Bryan grew up in the southwest suburbs of Chicago in the town of Westchester, Illinois, where his early passion for sports led him to play football at the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater. While balancing the demands of collegiate athletics, he discovered his passion for accounting, realizing it was the perfect blend of his love for Mathematics, analytical thinking, and problem-solving. He graduated, earning his bachelor’s in accounting with a minor in mathematics.
Following graduation, Bryan began his career in public accounting in Milwaukee with a nationally recognized Top 10 accounting firm, where he spent four years developing a strong technical foundation in both business and individual tax & advisory services. Seeking to be closer to family, he returned to the Chicago area and continued his career with a respected mid-sized public accounting firm, further expanding his expertise in complex business and individual tax compliance, tax planning, and strategic advisory services.
Throughout his career, he has built a reputation as a top performer with his quick learning ability focused on providing a high standard work product. His experience at both a large national firm and a smaller regional firm provided him with a well-rounded perspective, allowing him to combine technical expertise with a personalized approach to client service. He believes the most meaningful value comes from developing long-term relationships built on integrity, trust, and a genuine commitment to helping clients achieve their financial goals. Through the leadership, discipline, and teamwork developed on the football field, supported by years of technical experience and a commitment to continuous learning, Bryan is eager to join the Edge team expanding his professional network, and helping his clients and colleagues achieve lasting success.
Outside of the office, Bryan enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, including his two nephews in the Green Bay area. An avid fan of college football, he enjoys spending fall Saturdays watching games with friends and following the sport that has played such an influential role in his life. Looking ahead, he hopes to dedicate some of his spare time to helping coach high school football, giving back to the game that helped shape the person he is today while mentoring the next generation to come. Returning to Wisconsin, he is excited to continue growing with Edge, expanding his roots in Wisconsin, and building lasting relationships throughout the community while making Wisconsin his long-term home.
Contact
| M | 708.846.8908 |
| E | bryan.behrendt@edgeadvise.com |