Meet Rachel
Rachel Ellis
Alumni Relations Chair
Rachel S. Ellis, CPA, CISA, is the founder and CEO of Ellis CPA, LLC, a certified MBE, DBE, and ACDBE firm, Ms. Ellis has extensive experience in financial statement audits and business consulting across multiple sectors, including small businesses. With over 11 years of experience, including executive leadership roles at two Big Four accounting firms, Ms. Ellis has developed a deep understanding of accounting and finance. Her work with the State of Maryland as a subject matter expert for the Maryland Business Opportunity Center (MBOC), has given her unique insights into the intricacies of running a successful business.
Ms. Ellis’s expertise is further enhanced by her active involvement in professional organizations. As a MACPA Champion and member of the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business Accounting Advisory Board, she stays at the forefront of industry trends and best practices in entrepreneurship. Recognized as a Forbes Best - In State CPA nominee, Ms. Ellis brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to help businesses successfully compete for and win lucrative state contracts in Maryland.