John Sallese

John Sallese

Director of Strategic Accountant Solutions & Partnerships

Avalara

John has over 25 years of tax compliance and audit experience, to include Sales / Use, Telecommunications, income and Property Tax. John has worked in various roles supporting Sales, Marketing, Tax Operations and Processing, Implementation and Training through webinars, speaking engagements and on-site presentations.

Featured Sessions

Tuesday, May 20, 2025
8:00 am

As firms strive for growth, integrating advanced automation and in-demand services, including sales tax compliance, into your firm’s tech stack is no longer optional—it’s the key to growth. By embedding various solutions, firms can streamline operations, elevate client satisfaction, and expand their client base. However, successful implementation requires more than technology; it demands a holistic approach that aligns people, processes, technology, and market strategies.

 This interactive session provides an opportunity to collaborate with industry experts and peers to develop a strong business case for adopting transformative solutions. Together, you’ll create a compelling value proposition and define actionable business objectives to drive innovation and secure stakeholder buy-in.

What you’ll learn:

  • Identify high-impact services that support key milestones of the compliance journey.
  • Learn why sales tax compliance can be a growth area.
  • Discover proven practices for onboarding staff, identifying clients, and building a thriving services practice.
  • Understand technology’s role in supporting clients at all stages of the compliance journey.