Kruggel Lawton is pleased to announce Brandon Gritton, CPA, has joined the firm at the director level.

Gritton, who is based in Kruggel Lawton’s (KL) South Bend, Indiana office, will serve as the firm’s Director, State and Local Tax Practice Leader, a newly created role. He brings nearly a decade of experience focused on State and Local Tax (SALT) and an expansive financial background. Prior to his career in public accounting, Gritton served as a Financial Management Technician in the United States Air Force where he honed his skills in financial analysis and management.

“Over the past year we have been strategically focused on strengthening and building our SALT practice,” said Barry Hall, CPA, CGMA, Managing Partner. “We are excited to have Brandon join us. His specialized knowledge and expertise will enable us to expand our service offerings in this niche area, greatly benefiting our clients.”

"I am thrilled to join Kruggel Lawton and lead the SALT practice," said Gritton. "This is an incredible opportunity to leverage my experience and help KL clients navigate the complexities of state and local tax regulations. I look forward to working with my new colleagues and helping our clients achieve their financial goals.”

Gritton graduated from Ferris State University with a B.A.Sc. in Accounting. He holds an active Indiana CPA license and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.