Tara Lowe
Tax Manager, CPA
• American Institute of CPAs (AICPA)
• TX Society of CPAs

Career Background

Tara joined Bankler Partners in 2022. Following a brief hiatus in 2025, she rejoined the team in 2026. Tara attended the University of Texas at San Antonio, where she earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting in 2002 and Master of Business Administration (MBA) in 2005. She obtained her CPA license in 2013. Prior to joining the firm, Tara spent 6 years in public accounting and 16 years of industry experience in controllership and management roles. In her free time, Tara enjoys spending time on the farm with her family and animals, grilling on the patio, wine tasting, and quick workouts.

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