Thurman Brooks

With more than 25 years of diverse experience across public accounting, corporate finance and banking, Thurman knows that delivering an optimal financial solution—much like mastering a swing on the golf course or taking on a tough match on the racquetball court—requires continuous learning, deep focus and prioritizing the relationships that matter most.

Today, Thurman serves as the Founder and Managing Partner of TLBJCPA, leading a client-focused firm designed around individualized attention, strategic guidance and lifelong learning. When he isn’t helping businesses and individuals navigate complex accounting landscapes, you can usually find him connecting with his family, playing racquetball, or working on his golf game (where he currently plays to a 17.9 index—and trending downward).

Career Highlights

• 25+ Years of Multidisciplinary Leadership: Thurman has spent over two decades cultivating deep expertise across public accounting, corporate financial management, capital allocation, human resources and commercial banking.

• Continuous Education & Modern Methodology: A firm believer that standard requirements are just a baseline, Thurman holds a Bachelor’s in Accounting and a Master’s in Instructional Design from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, blending technical tax precision with clear, consultative client guidance.

• Professional Attestation & Standards: Thurman is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and an active member of both the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Missouri Society of CPAs (MOCPA).

Whether he is tailoring a tax minimization strategy for a business owner, advising high-net-worth clients, or lining up a drive on the fairway, Thurman’s approach is defined by intentional listening, dedicated partnership and a commitment to helping every client succeed.