Mauldin & Jenkins, a top 100 accounting and advisory firm, is proud to announce
the appointment of seven professionals to Partner, effective September 1, 2025. This
advancement marks an impressive career milestone and reflects the firm’s commitment to
recognizing outstanding leadership and client service.
“These promotions recognize the professionals who embody the values and vision of Mauldin &
Jenkins,” shared Managing Partner Hanson Borders. “Each of our new Partners has
demonstrated impressive technical skill and a strong dedication to mentoring the next
generation of leaders. Their commitment to excellence, leadership, and integrity is evident, and
their contributions will play a critical role in guiding the firm’s continued growth and success.”
Newly appointed Partners include:
LeAnn Bagasala, CPA: LeAnn, a Partner in the firm’s Raleigh, North Carolina office, brings 15
years of expertise to her clients. She earned her BSBA and MSA from East Carolina University.
LeAnn specializes in providing assurance services to various governmental entities, with a
particular focus on counties and municipalities in North Carolina and Virginia. She is an active
member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the North Carolina
Association of CPAs (NCACPA), and the Virginia Society of CPAs (VSCPA).
Kevin Dodge, CPA: Kevin, a Partner in the firm’s Savannah, Georgia office, specializes in
income tax planning and preparation for closely held businesses and individuals, as well as
client advisory services. He is a graduate of Berry College and earned his Master’s degree in
Accounting from Rider College in 2014. Kevin is an active volunteer with the local YMCA,
serving on the board, and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
(AICPA), and the Georgia Society of CPAs (GSCPA).
Ryan W. Jones, CPA: Ryan, a Partner in the firm’s Atlanta, Georgia office, started his public
accounting career in 2009 after earning a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting
from the University of New Mexico. He has extensive experience working with both government
and private sector clients. Since 2020, he has exclusively served state and local governmental
entities across the Southeast. Ryan is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public
Accountants (AICPA), the Georgia Society of CPAs (GSCPA), the Government Finance Officers
Association (GFOA), and the Georgia Government Finance Officers Association (GGFOA).
Johannes S. Kingma (Joe): Joe, a Partner who serves as the firm’s General Counsel and
Chief Risk Officer, brings over three decades of litigation experience to the role. His practice
spans a broad range of issues, including audits, trusts and estates, and tax. Joe has
successfully represented auditors before major federal agencies, and he is a Fellow of the
American College of Trial Lawyers, one of the profession’s most prestigious honors. Joe is a
member of the Atlanta Bar Association and the State Bar of Georgia.
Ben Peterson, CPA: Ben, a Partner in the firm’s Atlanta, Georgia office, specializes in serving
clients in the Private Client Services Practice. Ben brings extensive expertise in attestation and
consulting services for clients in the construction, manufacturing, technology, and finance
industries, including private equity-owned companies. He is a member of the American Institute
of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Georgia Society of CPAs (GSCPA), the Association
of General Contractors (AGC), and the Association of Builders and Contractors (ABC).
Jamie Quinn, CPA, CFE: Jamie, a Partner in the firm’s Athens, Alabama office, focuses on tax
advising, planning, and preparation for individuals and small businesses. Jamie’s industry
experience is diverse, encompassing clients in agri-business, manufacturing, professional
services, real estate, and retail. Jamie is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public
Accountants (AICPA), the Alabama Society of CPAs (ASCPA), the Mississippi Society of CPAs
(MSCPA), and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE).
Chris Thorpe, CPA: Chris, a Partner in the firm’s North Fulton office, brings over 25 years of
expertise in corporate, partnership, and individual taxation to clients. He specializes in guiding
closely-held businesses, providing owners with tailored consulting on a variety of business and
tax-saving strategies. His extensive experience spans a wide range of clients and industries.
Chris is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the
Georgia Society of CPAs (GSCPA).
