Welcome

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We believe in the value of relationships. We view every client relationship like a partnership, and truly believe that our success is a result of your success.

We are committed to providing close, personal attention to our clients. We take pride in giving you the assurance that the personal assistance you receive comes from years of advanced training, technical experience and financial acumen. Our continual investment of time and resources in professional continuing education, state-of-the-art computer technology and extensive business relationships is indicative of our commitment to excellence.

About Our Firm

For years, Gowland, Strealy, Morales & Company PLLC has been providing quality, personalized financial guidance to local individuals and businesses. Our expertise ranges from basic tax management and accounting services to more in-depth services such as audits, financial statements, and financial planning.

Gowland, Strealy, Morales & Company PLLC is one of the leading firms in and throughout the area. By combining our expertise, experience and the team mentality of our staff, we assure that every client receives the close analysis and attention they deserve. Our dedication to high standards, hiring of seasoned tax professionals, and work ethic is the reason our client base returns year after year.

Our Mission

Our mission is to help clients maintain financial viability in the present, while taking a proactive approach to achieve future goals. This requires open communication to reach an understanding of our clients' needs through research and sound analysis. Gowland, Strealy, Morales & Company PLLC is dedicated to meeting these goals with high standards of excellence and professionalism. We have been a staple of the area's business community for years, and pride ourselves on the level of esteem we have earned.

Our dedication to hard work has earned the respect of the business and financial community in and around the area. We believe this to be a direct derivative of our talent and responsiveness to our client base. Whether you are a current or prospective client, rest assured that individuals and businesses who choose Gowland, Strealy, Morales & Company PLLC receive competent and timely advice.

Meet Our Partners

Tommy Strealy

Tommy Strealy received his CPA certificate in 1975 after graduating from Texas Tech University in 1971. He joined the present firm as an employee in 1971, becoming a partner in 1979. Tommy now serves as the audit partner in non-profit and governmental audits. Tommy served as President of the local CPA Chapter in 1983 and has served on various committees of the Texas Society including the 1987/88 Governmental Accounting and Conference Committee. He is past president of the Southern and Western Account Group. He has served on the MAP Quality Review Committee which reviews and approves all Quality Reviews conducted in the State of Texas and also served on the Texas School District Conference Committee. He is a member of the First Baptist Church where he teaches and has served as Chairman of the Deacons and of the Fiscal Committee. Tommy has also met the Association of Government Accountants certification requirement and has been granted the designation of Certified Government Financial Manager.

David Morales

David joined the firm in 1993 and became a partner January 1, 1997. He graduated from the University of Texas, Austin in 1983 with a BBA in Accounting. In addition to his years with the firm, he has had nine years of national public accounting with KPMG Peat Marwick and Grant Thornton, International. He currently serves as a Corpus Christi State Director to the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants. He was the 2002-2003 President of the Corpus Christi Chapter of the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants. He is a former member of the Southside Rotary Club, a former board member and Treasurer of Bayfest Inc., and served as a finance committee member of the United Way of the Coastal Bend for 4 years. He was 2003 Treasurer for a political action campaign, "Nurture Our Waterfront" and 2004 Treasurer for State Representative, District 34 campaign.

Jerry Spence

Jerry has been a CPA since 1987 and has practiced in both public and private sectors. He graduated from St. Mary’s University of San Antonio with a BBA in Accounting. He became a partner on January 1, 1999 and is responsible for the tax, estate and financial planning practice of the firm. Jerry is active in the Corpus Christi Chapter of the Texas Society of CPA's and served as President for 2007-2008. He is currently a State Director for the Corpus Christi Chapter, representing the Chapter at State society meetings. He is also active in the Rotary Club of Corpus Christi and served on the club's board of directors. Jerry is a member of the Corpus Christi Estate Planning Council and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants. Jerry and his wife, Patricia, have three sons and are members of Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, where he is active in the Boy Scout Troop.

Amy W. Twardowski

Amy Twardowski specializes in tax compliance and business consulting for a large variety of clients. Amy received her BBA and MS in Accounting from Texas A&M University in 2007 and her CPA license in 2008. She began her career at Deloitte Tax LLP in Houston where she advanced to the level of manager working for the Private Client Advisory Group. Amy has been named a 2013 Rising Star by the Texas Society of CPAs, 2011 Young CPA of the Year by the Corpus Christi TSCPA and 2014 Mentor of the Year by the Rotary Club of Corpus Christi. She has also received an honorary Paul Harris Fellow for her service to the Rotary Club of Corpus Christi. Amy serves on the Young CPAs and Emerging Professionals committee and has served on the Nominating Committee at the state level for the TSCPA. Amy is a member of the AICPA, TSCPA, Rotary Club of Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi Estate Planning Council, Rising Tide Society and Young Business Professionals of the Coastal Bend. She and her husband, Todd, enjoy spending time outdoors with their dogs and two young kids.

Betty Morales, CPA

Staff Professional

Betty has over sixteen years of experience in both public accounting and industry, including eight years as Chief Financial Officer of a bank holding company. She graduated from the University of Texas, Austin in 1982 and received her CPA certificate in 1984. Betty joined the firm in 1999.

Alan Lucke, CPA

Staff Professional

Jeffery Smith, CPA

Staff Professional

Greg Morales

Staff Professional

Greg started at the firm as an intern in December 2010. In August 2011, he was hired as a full time professional staff. Greg graduated with a BBA in General Business in December 2010 from Texas A&M – Corpus Christi. He is planning to continue his education at Texas A&M – Corpus Christi by pursuing a Masters Degree in Accounting.

Annette Flores

Staff Professional

Annette received her BBA in Business Administration with Summa Cum Laude honors and her Masters of Accountancy from Texas A&M - Corpus Christi. She has six years audit experience and left a local CPA firm to join our team in January of 2018. She is currently pursuing her CPA license.