Meet John
John is a Tax Manager based in Springfield, Missouri. He joined Mercer Advisors in 2023 after serving as Sr. Consultant at Abacus CPAs, LLC. He began his financial services career in 2013 at Commerce Bank. John earned a B.S. degree in accounting from Missouri State University and is a certified public accountant (CPA). John finds motivation in serving clients and his teammates by simplifying complex tax issues to help foster reassurance and confidence.
His working style
John is known for practicing with integrity, communicating effectively, and approaching challenges with a solutions-oriented mindset. He values collaboration, promotes transparency, and works to make complex issues clear and actionable. Through accountability and strong partnerships, John strives to deliver meaningful outcomes while contributing to the effectiveness of his team and colleagues.
John in real life
What keeps you busy outside of work?
Family time is a must for me. Playing with my young daughter and son and spending quality time with my wife is crucial. I also love serving in my local church, and I enjoy playing card games with friends.
Any words you try to live by?
Believe the intentions of others are good.
Why do you like working at Mercer Advisors?
Mercer Advisors provides ample opportunities for me to add value to my clients’ financial lives while being able to balance that responsibility with raising a young family.
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Meet John ’s Teammates
Keny Laspina Rivera
Tax Associate
What John Says
Keny is an amazing colleague to work alongside, as she brings a high level of organization, a new perspective, and a desire to help others. Her knowledge and care help us serve our clients in effective ways.
Steven Elliott
Director, Wealth Strategy — Tax Planning
What John Says
Steve cares about others and is an amazing mentor and colleague to work with, always willing to share his vast amount of technical knowledge. His ability to connect with others sets him apart and allows him to go below the surface issues to help provide impactful solutions.
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