David Spray
Host of The IC-DISC Show
Export Advisors was founded by David Spray and is based in Houston, Texas, at the heart of the export industry.
Export Advisors differentiates itself from other firms dedicated to tax savings by focusing exclusively on the IC-DISC incentive program. David’s career as a former CPA and serial entrepreneur has given him an edge in understanding how to add measurable value to exporting entrepreneus while providing them with a simplified way to access their maximum tax savings with the IC-DISC.
Since 2006, Export Advisors has partnered with hundreds of clients to help them save more than $100 million in taxes. A typical client of ours enjoys more than $100,000 in annual net tax savings (after all fees paid).
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David Spray has hosted 61 Episodes.
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Ep013: Setting Up for Success with Neal Block and David Berek
January 28th, 2020 | 1 hr 1 min
Today we have a very special episode of the IC-DICS Show. We're talking with Neal Block and David Berek of Baker McKenzie, on the day before Neal's last day as he retires after 50 years with the firm, with David taking over as Neal's successor.
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Ep012: A People-First Business with Chris Hanslik
January 14th, 2020 | 52 mins 48 secs
Today on the IC-DISC Show, we're talking with Chris Hanslik, the chairman of law firm Boyar Miller in Houston. Boyar Miller has a really different approach to their law practice. They view themselves as entrepreneurs whose service just happens to be the law.
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Ep011: Building a Business with John Ryan
December 19th, 2019 | 1 hr 33 secs
Today on the IC-DISC Show we're talking with Johnny Ryan, the former CEO of Alexander/Ryan Marine & Safety. Johnny was a longtime client of ours until he sold the company to a private equity firm about six years ago, and this was a great interview with a very successful, self-made entrepreneur who really came from nothing to build and sell a very successful company.
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Ep010: Buying or Selling a Firm with Brannon Poe
December 3rd, 2019 | 57 mins 14 secs
Today on the IC-DISC Show we have a great interview with Brannon Poe, who's company, Poe Group Advisors, facilitates the sale and acquisition of accounting firms.
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Ep009: The IC-DISC Difference with Cory Jackson
November 19th, 2019 | 55 mins 17 secs
Today on the IC-DISC Show we're talking with Cory Jackson, the president of CT Gasket, a company that makes high-end mission-critical gaskets and seals here in Houston, Texas. Cory is the first client we've had on the show. His is a third-generation...
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Ep008: Engineered Solutions with Julio Gonzalez
October 29th, 2019 | 41 mins 38 secs
Today on the IC-DISC Show we're talking with Julio Gonzalez, CEO of Engineered Tax Services. This was a great conversation discussing some of the tax incentives his company specializes in, and it's another example of how you can benefit by working...
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Ep007: Handling Tax Controversy with Brandon Frenza
October 15th, 2019 | 51 mins 42 secs
Today on the IC-DISC Show we're talking with Brandon Frenza of the law firm Cantrell and Cantrell, based in Houston. Brandon's a little younger than most of our guests, and he brings a more youthful perspective, but it's his interesting background...
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Ep006: Increasing Your Bottom Line with Hans Stronck
October 1st, 2019 | 47 mins 46 secs
Today on the IC-DISC Show we’re talking with Hans Stronck, from Expense Reduction Analysts. I’ve known Hans for many years and really appreciate the help he’s provided to our clients in the past. I’m excited to be able to share his ideas with...
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Ep005: The IC-DISC Differentiator with Adam Traweek
September 17th, 2019 | 54 mins 3 secs
Today on the IC-DISC Show I had a great conversation with Adam Traweek of Amegy bank in Houston, Texas. As a banker, Adam's able to give us more of a lay person's perspective of the IC-DISC and how he uses it as a potential differentiator when talking...
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Ep004: The First 50-Years with Neal Block
September 4th, 2019 | 1 hr 4 mins
Today on the IC-DISC Show I am really excited to have the opportunity to interview Neal Block of Baker & McKenzie. Neal is referred to as the godfather of the IC-DISC. He has been doing IC-DISC work since its inception in 1971, and he really has...
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Ep003: Developing a Firm with John Flatowicz
August 20th, 2019 | 1 hr 2 mins
Today on the IC-DISC Show we're talking with John Flatowicz, former managing partner of Briggs and Veselka, the largest independent CPA firm in Houston, Texas. John has a great back story, and it was interesting to hear how he joined Briggs and...
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Ep002: Meril Markley
August 1st, 2019 | 43 mins 58 secs
Today on the IC-DISC Show we’re talking with Meril Markley. It’s a great conversation. Merrill has a unique perspective on tax law having previously work on the staff of Congressman Kevin Brady, who was subsequently chairman of the House Ways and...
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Ep001: The IC-DISC Show
July 30th, 2019 | 3 mins 6 secs
Welcome to the first episode of the IC-DISC Show. I wanted to share this quick introduction with you and set the scene for the shows to come. I'm very excited by this project, and can't wait to share the stories and insights of the fantastic guests we...