Sam Breed

About Sam Breed

Partners describe me as someone who \"consistently demonstrates the ability to think critically and strategically through challenging audit and technical issues\" while staying \"plugged into the broader team\" to spot challenges before they become problems. Over my 8+ year career at EY, now as a Senior Manager, I\'ve built what one partner described as \"a foundation of trust that is second to none.\" I do this by combining technical expertise with a people-first mindset. What this looks like in practice: • Leading complex global audits for a Fortune 10 company through challenging technical and regulatory issues• Building teams with exceptionally high retention• Being selected as Continuous Improvement coach for the Seattle office • Getting recognized as a subject matter expert, presenting to hundreds of professionals across the firm • Being the manager colleagues turn to when they face complex team or client challenges I believe we reach the best outcomes when our people feel genuinely supported. Whether I\'m working with senior client executives or developing junior team members, I focus on understanding what\'s really needed first. Then we create the conditions for success, together. I\'m passionate about creating environments where people thrive while delivering exceptional results for my clients.

Experience

1. Assurance Senior Manager

   EY

   Aug 2024 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

Education

• University of Portland

  Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Major: Accounting; Minor: Spanish

  2012 — 2016

Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Event Planning
• Time Management
• Public Speaking
• Teamwork
• Microsoft Word
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounting
• Financial Analysis
• Leadership