Barbara Smejkal

Barbara Smejkal is an experienced tax professional currently serving as Tax Manager at Hands Off Sales Tax since September 2020. Previously, Barbara held the position of State Tax Director at Texas Tax Group, Inc. from December 2018 to September 2020, and worked as a Senior Tax Analyst at CLEAResult between December 2016 and December 2018. Barbara's extensive background includes over 14 years at Whole Foods Market, where roles included Global Coordinator, Operational Tax, Associate Team Leader, Operational Tax, and Store Accountant. Additional experience includes serving as Wilderness Program Director at Tahoe Turning Point Heavenly and various positions with North Carolina Outward Bound School and Sunnyhills Children's Garden. Barbara holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Recreation from Texas State University and has completed Sales Tax School I & II through the Institute for Professionals in Taxation, as well as earning a Wilderness First Responder certification from Clemson University.