Thomas M. Brinker, Jr.

Thomas M. Brinker, Jr. holds dual academic roles as Adjunct Professor of Taxation and Special Needs Planning at The American College of Financial Services and Professor of Accounting at Arcadia University, where he also serves as Executive Director of the MBA program and School of Global Business. His expertise spans taxation, compliance, special needs planning, and international taxation. He has been honored with the PICPA Educator of the Year Award and Lindback Foundation Award for Distinguished Teaching.

Education:

• B.S. in Accountancy (cum laude), Saint Joseph’s University
• M.S. in Taxation and Accounting, Widener University
• J.D., Columbia Pacific University
• LL.M. in International Taxation (Outstanding Graduate), Regent University School of Law
• Certificate in Estate Planning, Villanova University Law School

Research & Practice: Brinker advises on tax planning, compliance, and special needs financial strategies. He previously worked at Coopers & Lybrand and Arthur Young & Company, and currently consults for Philadelphia-area CPA/law firms and the special needs community. He is a frequent speaker on tax topics and contributes to professional publications.

Awards:

• PICPA Educator of the Year Award
• Lindback Foundation Award for Distinguished Teaching

Grants & Advising: No specific grants or student advising details are listed in the provided text. His professional focus remains on teaching, consultancy, and tax practice.