Professional Resume

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Stephen M. Yoss, MS, CPA

Stephen is a certified public accountant, the CEO and partner of Devmatics, LLC, a continuing education instructor for financial professionals, a professional speaker at live events, and a licensed pyrotechnician. While his interests and skills are varied, they all share a common thread—his love for and skill in finding technology-based solutions.

Whether it’s teaching in the classroom, consulting clients in a boardroom, or shooting a fireworks display, Steve brings passion, hard work, value—and above all else—technological expertise to each of his clients. With an open, honest approach, he creates a unique strategy for each client specifically designed to benefit their needs and streamline their operations in order to create efficiency and maximize their financial potential.

 
 

Education & Professional Licenses

  • May, 2017
    Master of Science in Information Systems & Technology
    Claremont Graduate University
    Claremont, California
  • August, 2010
    Certified Public Accountant
    State of California
    License #109744
  • December, 2007
    Bachelor of Science, Accounting
    Loyola Marymount University
    Los Angeles, California
  • December, 2007
    Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business Loyola Marymount University
    Los Angeles, California
  • December, 2006
    Licensed Pyrotechnician
    State of California
  • May, 2003
    Graduate Damien High School
    La Verne, California

Recent Professional Career

Devmatics, LLC | CEO & Partner

Salem, Oregon, USA | 2017 - Current​
  • Focused on helping existing businesses develop and implement long-term technology strategies.
  • Strong abilities and experience in the operation of Cloud and Open Source technologies
  • Special emphasis on the development of learning systems for corporate education clients.
  • Designed and implemented technology projects valued in excess of $500,000.
  • The primary author of the business plan and manager of day-to-day operations.

CPE Today & K2 Enterprises | Author & Speaker

USA & International | 2009 - Current
  • Invited speaker to 75+ live events and 50+ virtual events for professional continuing education per year.
  • Presented live and virtual training courses to 10k+ working professionals throughout career.
  • Authored 40+ continuing education courses for accountants and financial professionals throughout career.
  • Primary research and writing is focused in areas of efficiency, business productivity, privacy, and security.
  • Courses are aimed at helping working professionals better utilize technology in their organizations.

Awards, Affiliations & Memberships

  • 2017
    Alpha Delta Gamma Man of the Year
    Los Angeles, California, USA
  • 2005
    Crimson Circle Service Organization
    Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California, USA
  • 2004
    Entrepreneurship Fellow (Diamond)
    Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California, USA
  • 2004
    Alpha Delta Gamma Fraternity
    Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California, USA
  • 2003
    Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
    Claremont, California, USA

Specialties & Interests

System Architecture

Helping organizations design, build and maintain their internal systems.

Business Development & Growth

Helping organization better utilize technology to help grow, gain efficiency, and promote effectiveness.

eLearning & Training

Building systems to facilitate self-paced and live online learning.