2026 tax changes

Vice President of U.S. Tax Policy and Government Relations, Avalara

Scott is a nationally recognized expert on sales tax policy, administration, and automation. Prior to joining Avalara, Scott was the first executive director of the Streamlined Sales Tax Governing Board and director of the South Dakota Sales Tax Division.

Principal, Advocacy Practice, Ryan

Argi is a Principal at Ryan, LLC, where she provides tax strategy advice and audit assistance. Before joining Ryan, Argi was a Deputy Commissioner with the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, leading the Civil Enforcement Division and Office of Professional Responsibility, and previously led the Department’s litigation strategy in tax controversy matters.

General Manager of Cross-Border, Avalara

Craig leads the development and growth of cross-border and global trade business at Avalara. He joined Avalara via its acquisition of TradeStream Technologies, which built automated product classification and landed cost software. He brings deep expertise in global ecommerce and logistics.

Lead Marketing Writer and Developer, Avalara

Gail joined Avalara in 2012. Her year-round reporting on tax policy changes culminates in the annual Avalara Tax Changes report.