Michael-Tod Trzaska
President & Co-Founder, of Tax Network USA Inc.
Michael-Tod Trzaska is the President and Co-Founder of Tax Network USA, one of the largest and most respected tax resolution firms in the industry. With over a decade of
experience in tax consulting and financial services, Michael-Tod brings a wealth of hands-on expertise, leadership, and entrepreneurial vision to the firm.
A natural leader from a young age, Michael-Tod began coaching little league basketball
in his late teens and early twenties—an experience that helped shape his understanding
of teamwork, mentorship, and perseverance. His entrepreneurial journey started even
earlier, launching a landscaping business as a teenager while simultaneously working in
cement masonry. He later founded and managed ventures in pool maintenance, real
estate contract assignments, penny stocks and medical supply resale, each contributing
to his dynamic approach to business.
Before launching Tax Network USA, Michael-Tod helped start and served as Vice
President at a prominent tax firm, where he gained experience across all facets of the
business—from sales and client relations to managing the legal and sales department
while also serving as one of the leading tax consultants. That hands-on foundation
inspired him to build something of his own.
Together with his business partner Josh Hanna, Michael-Tod has grown Tax Network
USA into a powerhouse with over 120 employees, known for delivering exceptional
outcomes and personalized support to clients nationwide.
Joshua Wesley Hanna
Vice President & Co-Founder, of Tax Network USA Inc.
Joshua Wesley Hanna is the Vice President and founder of Tax Network USA Inc., a top
national tax resolution firm now serving over 8,000 clients annually and more than 30,000
total. Despite never attending college, Joshua built the company on faith, hustle, and a clear
mission—saying proudly, “God is my JD.”
He pioneered the company’s conservative marketing infrastructure at a time when he was
told not to, ultimately making Tax Network USA one of the most openly conservative brands
in the industry.
Joshua also leads FYSI, a consulting firm helping businesses scale, integrate AI, and position
for sale. His newest venture, ElectraX, is a blockchain project funding a U.S.-based electric
vehicle company and smart community, aiming to create thousands of jobs and push
American innovation forward.
Rooted in faith and driven by results, Joshua leads with vision, values, and impact.
Jim Pearce
Jim has been a California licensed Certified Public accountant for over 30 years. With a wide
variety of corporate and individual taxation experience. He graduated from California State
University Northridge with a degree in Business Administration/Accounting and began his career
in public accounting. Very shortly specializing in taxation. Joining the tax departments of large
publicly traded corporations. Gaining experience with complex domestic and foreign tax issues.
Doing so while maintaining experience and proficiency in individual taxation by returning to
public accounting between corporate engagements.
An ethical, responsible, and committed tax professional whose motivation is to bring Tax
Network USA clients the largest amount of allowed tax savings possible.
Jerry Barnes
Jerry Barnes began his career in the tax field as a preparer while still a freshman in college and
continued in that role throughout his Navy and Army service. After completing his military
career, he worked with the USPS as a carrier while also assisting the financial department on a
part-time basis. He then transitioned to the FTB as a Tax Specialist before being promoted to
Tax Auditor. Following the recall of Governor Gray Davis, he was laid off from FTB and returned
to USPS, resuming his role as a manager.
His career took a new direction when the IRS extended an interview opportunity, leading to his
hiring as a Bankruptcy Specialist and subsequent promotion to Revenue Officer. It was in this
role that he gained firsthand experience in how the IRS collects taxes and the procedures
involved in the process. Over the years, he has developed a deep appreciation for tax law and
its application to individuals and businesses.
Specializing in compliance, tax resolution, tax preparation, and tax law, Jerry emphasizes the
importance of helping clients understand that solutions exist for their unique tax matters. He
firmly believes in the two guarantees in life—death and taxes—and has built a career mastering
both.
