Chris R. Rhodes is a new Associate in Assurance and Taxation Services in the Marion office. He started at JPS as an intern while completing his B.S.B.A. in Accounting from Appalachian State University, where he was a member of Beta Gamma Sigma International Honor Society. He is working toward a Master of Accountancy at Western Carolina University beginning in the fall. He is originally from Old Fort, NC, and enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, and spending time with his wife and two children.
Aaron R. Pryor is a new Associate in Taxation Services in the Asheville office. He started at JPS as an intern and will be completing his B.S. in Accounting with a minor in Management from the University of North Carolina Asheville in December. He will begin working toward a Master of Accountancy at Western Carolina University in January 2017. Aaron is originally from Hendersonville, NC and enjoys hunting, fishing, working on his angus cattle farm, and, spending time with his finance, family and friends.
Jess Bankhead joined JPS in 2015 and is an Associate in Taxation Services in the Boone office. He started at JPS as an intern while completing his Master of Science in Accounting from Appalachian State University. Upon graduation, he joined the firm full time. He also holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Appalachian State University and is a member of Beta Gamma Sigma International Honor Society. He is originally from Shelby, NC, and enjoys hiking, playing volleyball, fishing, and being involved with his church.