Mary Bain Clair

Chief of Staff & Partner @Five Stone Tax Advisers

Austin, TX, US

As Chief of Staff, I work as a confidante and advisor to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). My role serves as an internal resource to the CEO in the oversight and management of the operations and administrative functions of Five Stone to achieve company goals. I identify issues and offer creative solutions, while facilitating and consulting with expertise in relationship building and development. I manage vendor relations and Five Stone associates to leverage strengths and maximum operational efficiency. I am an experienced manager with a consistent track record of improving efficiency in office operations. My role consists of leading, cultivating, and recruiting long-term associates, and managing key human resource responsibilities, such as training new hires, mentoring existing staff, and managing office operations and budget.