Hank Adler

Hank Adler is a Clinical Associate Professor at the George L. Argyros College of Business and Economics, Chapman University. He holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Business Administration from UCLA, and his academic career follows 34 years in public accounting, including 20 years as a tax partner at Deloitte & Touche.

His research focuses on taxation theories and board governance. Recent work analyzes wealth tax proposals (2019) and Biden's death tax plan (2021), emphasizing constitutional issues, charitable contribution erosion, and asset liquidation challenges. Publications span Tax Notes, Wall Street Journal, and Townhall.com, where he contributes over 1 million monthly readers.

Key article trends include tax reform, corporate tax strategies, constitutional tax debates, and estate tax implications. His co-authored book Ethical Beginnings (2009) explores decision-making principles. Media appearances on California business exodus and Trump tax policies highlight his public engagement.