Mentor Program

GENERAL PROGRAM OVERVIEW

NYSSEA Mentorship Program

Guiding the Next Generation of Enrolled Agents

The NYSSEA Mentorship Program was established to support new members as they begin their journey as Enrolled Agents and active participants within NYSSEA.

The program connects experienced professionals with newer members seeking guidance, support, and industry insight. Through meaningful mentor-mentee relationships, participants can strengthen professional skills, expand their networks, and build confidence navigating the tax profession.

Program Objectives

Participants complete an application outlining their background, experience level, interests, and goals. Based on responses, mentors and mentees are thoughtfully paired to encourage a productive and supportive relationship.

Once matched, mentors and mentees determine the communication style and meeting schedule that best fits their needs.

Who Should Participate?

Mentors

Experienced Enrolled Agents and professionals interested in supporting and guiding newer members.

Mentees

New or developing professionals seeking mentorship, guidance, and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits of Participation

Mentee Application     Mentor Application

Mentors

Koreen Jervis, EA
Korjé Tax Professionals Inc.

Koreen Jervis, EA. Owner of Korje Tax Professionals. Koreen has been an Enrolled Agent since 1998. She opened her own tax practice in 2005 in NYC and prepares Individual, Corporate, and Non Profit tax returns and also offers tax planning and accounting services. Koreen serves as a Trustee on the Board of the NAEA Education Foundation. She is a Board member of Make A Smile Foundation, NJ, a nonprofit organization that provides underprivileged children with back-to-school supplies, clothing, and toys. She is 2nd VP with Own Your Strength Corporation, a nonprofit organization that educates and provides medical, spiritual, and mental health care to underserved communities in the Caribbean. Koreen is currently the president of the New York State Society of Enrolled Agents. 

Phyllis Jo Kubey, EA, CFP, NTPI Fellow
Phyllis Jo Kubey, EA, CFP, NTPI Fellow

Phyllis Jo Kubey, EA CFP®, NTPI Fellow, has prepared tax returns and offered tax planning, representation, and consultation services since 1986. A strong advocate for IRS/practitioner dialogue, she served on the Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council (IRSAC) and testified before the U.S. Senate Finance Committee on IRS reform. She is a Past President of the New York State Society of Enrolled Agents (NYSSEA), Chair of the NAEA PAC board, President of Voices of Ascension, and a member of the Carnegie-Mellon University College of Fine Arts Dean’s Council. Phyllis also actively participates in several committees associated with NAEA, NYSSEA, and Voices of Ascension. Phyllis was recognized as one of the top must-follow Tax Twitter accounts for 2021 and 2022. She’s quoted frequently in the tax press and has written for Think Outside the Tax Box. Phyllis enjoys exploring the wonderful NYC parks and sharing her photos. Phyllis has an MM in voice from The Juilliard School and is a Certified Teacher of the Alexander Technique.

Eve M Lansing, EA
Lansing Enterprises

Eve has over 40 years of Tax & Accounting experience, has been an Enrolled Agent since 2011, and is licensed by the IRS to practice in all states. She holds an Associate's Degree in Accounting with a nationwide client base. Eve is a member of the National & NY Societies of Enrolled Agents as well as the National Association of Tax Professionals. Eve has also served as Treasurer, Board Member, and Capital Region Chapter Representative for the NYSSEA, as well as Board Member for Gateway House of Peace, A Hospice House. Currently, Eve serves on the Vestry of Christ Episcopal Church and The National Bottle Museum, both in Ballston Spa, New York. Trained by the IRS as an Instructor for Small Business Classes, Eve really enjoys teaching and helping others start new and grow existing businesses.

Frank S. Lin, EA, MBA, CPA

My name is Frank Lin, and it is a privilege to connect with you today as you embark on what I believe is one of the most dynamic and essential careers in the modern world: Accounting. For the last two decades, I have had the distinct pleasure of serving clients, primarily individuals and small businesses, as a practicing Enrolled Agent and CPA. Beyond my practice, I am deeply invested in the growth and integrity of our profession. I'm an active member of the New York State Society of Enrolled Agents (NYSSEA) and currently serve as Vice President of the Board. Additionally, I was a professor at CUNY Baruch, where I taught accounting classes and worked with aspiring accountants-all of you! I look forward to answering your questions and guiding you on your journey to becoming an Enrolled Agent. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me with any questions or concerns.

Matthew Metras, EA
MDM Financial Services

Matt Metras, EA, is the owner of MDM Financial Services in Rochester, NY. He has been practicing since 2003 and specializes in bookkeeping and taxation for cryptocurrency clients. He is a co-founder of the InCite Tax Community for tax professionals. He has instructed on Digital Asset (neé Cryptocurrency) Taxation and other topics for the National Association of Enrolled Agents, the National Association of Tax Professionals, the American Institute of Certified Tax Planners, and many other national organizations. Additionally, he is a contributing writer for thinkoutsidethetaxbox.com. Matt is the 2024 recipient of the NYSSEA Founders Award. He is also a passionate community advocate and recently completed two terms as the President of his local Board of Education.

Krishnamurthi (PK) Perinkulam, EA, NTPI Fellow
Phoenix ITIN & Tax Services, LLC
d/b/a North Phoenix Tax Relief

Krish Perinkulam (PK) EA, NTPI Fellow® is the President of North Phoenix Tax Relief based in Phoenix, Arizona. He has a Master of Science degree in Taxation from Golden Gate University, and an MBA with a specialization in Finance. PK is also a Certified Tax Resolution Specialist, a Certifying Acceptance Agent for ITINs, and a USTCP - United States Tax Court Practitioner, admitted to practice before the United States Tax Court as a Non-Attorney.
His current practice includes Tax Controversy, Audit representation, Tax resolution, Non-Filers, and Income Tax preparation for ex-pats and visa holders. He can be reached at [email protected], or through http://www.NorthPhoenixTaxRelief.com/.

Beyond his practice, PK serves on the NAEA Education Committee, specifically the NTPI Representation Committee, and is a member of the EA Journal Editorial Board. He is also a member of the American Bar Association and active with the Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC). He is also an active speaker, presenting for organizations including AZSEA, NYSSEA, and other professional associations.

Erinne Makeda Perry, CPA, EA, CB
LL Taxes & Accounting, LLC

Erinne M. Perry, CPA, EA, CB, is a woman of faith, devoted mother, entrepreneur, and college professor, who credits both her success and resilience to God’s grace and principles instilled by her late mother. With over a decade of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, and taxation, she’s built her career not just on numbers, but on a calling to serve by helping individuals navigate accounting and taxes and to empower entrepreneurs to manage their financials with clarity and confidence. As the founder of LL Taxes & Accounting, LLC and Practical Theory, LLC, Erinne is passionate about equipping both clients and students with the tools they need to succeed. Whether serving her clients or teaching her students, she leads with purpose, passion, and the quiet strength of a woman determined to leave a lasting legacy!