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Derek Peterson

Founder | CPA | MBA

Derek has worked as a CPA for over 26 years starting his career at Deloitte & Touche before moving on to work in a variety of both large and small companies including start-ups. 


He has served in many financial roles including CFO. Early in his career, Derek also earned his MBA from The University of Texas at Austin. Over this time, Derek was also instrumental in being a Founder in two private schools and has served on several non-profit boards. 


In 2014, Derek started a successful local CPA firm, Peterson CPA Group, which has given birth to Atteign LLC. These firms have served hundreds of businesses and individuals primarily in Texas and throughout the nation. Derek has been married to Carrie for over 26 years and have together raised 7 beautiful children.

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"Competence and timeliness come to mind when I consider Atteign. And, just as important, Mr. Peterson offered valuable tax advice when I requested it."


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