About Wayfinder

William Ryan is a leading Senior Property Tax Agent with a robust background in multifamily property taxation. With a bachelor’s degree in accountancy from Arizona State University, William’s expertise is backed by over a decade of experience in the property tax sector, where he’s known for achieving exceptional results.

As an Arizona Certified Public Accountant and a holder of the prestigious CMI-Property Tax designation from the Institute for Professionals in Taxation, William has consistently proven his ability to navigate complex tax challenges. His tenure as a partner at a national property tax firm before founding Wayfinder equipped him with a unique perspective on tax minimization across various industries, enhancing his strategic approach to client savings.

At Wayfinder, William’s strategic vision has transformed property tax savings for multifamily property owners. His dedication to specialization ensures that clients receive unsurpassable service and significant tax reductions. A respected presenter at national conferences, William shares actionable insights for effective tax appeal processes, emphasizing his commitment to thought leadership in the field.

Driven by a commitment to Integrity, Accountability, and Excellence, William has made Wayfinder synonymous with character, strategic efficiency and client-focused results. His professional journey not only demonstrates his command of his field but also his passion for delivering value to his clients.

Since joining Wayfinder Tax Relief at its inception in 2018, Alyson has been instrumental in shaping the company’s brand voice and ensuring message consistency across all platforms. Her unique ability to embody the client’s perspective makes her a vital contributor to team discussions and business decisions. Her dedication to representing the client’s viewpoint has ensured that Wayfinder’s brand voice remains client-centric, making complex tax issues understandable and actionable. Through her relentless pursuit of excellence, Alyson continues to drive Wayfinder forward, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and high performance.

Kaitlin, a Southern California native, entered the property tax field in 2016. With a foundation in Liberal Studies from California State University, San Bernardino, her academic background has been integral to her holistic approach to client management and tax consulting.

Starting her career at a national tax firm, Kaitlin quickly distinguished herself as a reliable advocate for a diverse clientele, managing complex issues for a portfolio valued in the billions.

In 2021, Kaitlin’s career trajectory led her to Wayfinder Tax Relief, where she was attracted by the firm’s stellar reputation for excellence and client satisfaction. At Wayfinder, Kaitlin has been instrumental in shaping a client-centered culture, ensuring that every strategy is tailored to meet individual client needs while upholding the highest standards of integrity and efficiency. She is dedicated to delivering exceptional results and nurturing long-term relationships with her clients.

Introducing Alex Browning, the visual storyteller and creative force whose high-quality video productions and content creation elevate the team’s ability to showcase our client solutions. Alex possesses a keen eye for detail and a visionary’s foresight, qualities that enable him to produce not just content, but experiences that captivate and educate our audience.

His remarkable talent for documentation is paired with an innate ability to ‘show versus tell,’ making abstract concepts concrete and client benefits vividly clear. With a strategic mindset, Alex charts a course toward future successes, turning foresight into action and goals into achievements.

Alex is a voracious learner, constantly absorbing and integrating new ideas with agility, ensuring that his knowledge is as current as it is comprehensive. His focus is laser-sharp, always attuned to the next trend, enabling him to stay not just on pace but a step ahead of the competition. His dedication to growth and excellence is not just a personal ethos but a distinct competitive advantage that propels the team forward.

Jay comes with an extensive background in multifamily and the mortgage industry.  He is a passionate and people oriented individual with over a decade of leadership experience in the service industry, and two years of leadership experience in the multifamily housing industry. His professional career has been heavily focused on client interaction, problem solving, and empathy, bringing my attention to detail, dependability, and team focus to bear to foster a culture of excellence in client success. Jay’s analytical perspective has allowed him to envision new processes and streamline workflows, while his care for people has made him a trusted advisor and leader. With experience in client success, project management, business development, branding/marketing, and administration, Jay understands how to accomplish team objectives by fostering a collaborative environment and maintaining detailed focus without losing sight of the big picture.

Daniel brings a thoughtful, steady presence to the world of property tax consulting, shaped by a background in science education and biomedical engineering. After years in the classroom, he transitioned careers to pursue greater work-life balance—and quickly found purpose in the precision, strategy, and client advocacy that Wayfinder champions.

Daniel approaches each case with a clear focus and steady patience, carefully piecing together proven strategies to fit the unique challenges he encounters. Rather than relying on a single formula, he adapts his methods thoughtfully, balancing attention to fine detail with an understanding of the bigger picture. One of his greatest pursuits is to build and maintain the trust of his clients and colleagues, not just with responsiveness, but because he communicates with intention and follows through consistently—qualities that turn complex situations into manageable solutions.

Beyond his professional role, Daniel continues to invest in his former school community by mentoring students through an after-school engineering club—a reflection of his lasting commitment to growth, curiosity, and service.