Dannielle Lewis

Dannielle Lewis, CPA

Partner, Wipfli Advisory LLC

Dannielle Lewis is a partner in the tax practice, focused on serving clients in the construction and real estate industry. She leads Wipfli's team of Qualified Opportunity Zone specialists and is a frequent speaker on this topic. She also advises clients on complex tax transactions involving partnership interest exchanges or business sales. Dannielle stays up to date on the ever-changing tax laws and recognizes opportunities for new and potential clients to help save and structure their funds. She leverages her proactive planning and advising to ensure clients reach their goals and are successful.

  • Complex tax compliance and strategic planning
  • Pass-through and individual taxation
  • Business income tax planning, compliance, and structure guidance
  • Opportunity zone structure and technical guidance

  • Certified Public Accountant

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) - Member
  • Minnesota Society of Certified Public Accountants (MNCPA) - Member
  • Minnesota Real Estate Journal (MREJ) - Panelist and active participant

University of Minnesota
  • Master of business taxation degree
  • Bachelor of arts degree in English
St. Cloud State University
  • Bachelor of science degree in accounting
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