STORYBOARD, founded by CPAs, has decades of experience providing the accounting services producers need to get their projects “greenlit,“ such as strategic planning, tax incentives, and financing. Our accountants and business consultants guide your project from creative spark through to successful production.
OUR TEAM
John Thomas, CPA
JOHN THOMAS, CPA
Partner
John is driven by sharing his knowledge with clients and will provide you with expert accounting, tax, advisory, and consulting services throughout the production process. With master’s degrees in accountancy and business administration and extensive experience serving closely held corporations and high-net-worth individuals, John specializes in implementing growth strategies for businesses and building value by opening doors for further development. He’s a member of the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
jthomas@storyboardfs.com
Kristy Clabaugh, CPA
KRISTY CLABAUGH, CPA
Partner
Kristy is motivated by working with clients to minimize taxes at both the state and federal levels, which is key to keeping your production budget on track. As a Certified Public Accountant with over fifteen years’ experience providing accounting, tax, and advisory services to businesses and high-net-worth individuals, Kristy can share her expertise in start-up structuring, budgeting, and implementing and meeting strategic goals. She serves on the executive board of directors as treasurer for both the Georgia Production Partnership and Women in Film & Television Atlanta (WIFTA). She is also a member of the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
kclaybaugh@storyboardfs.com
Dan R. Kelly
DAN A. R. KELLY
Manager of Production Accounting & Advisory Services
Dan combines his film industry knowledge with extensive accounting expertise for a holistic approach to your project. An established producer and screenwriter of internationally distributed features, shorts, and documentaries, his advisory services focus on strategies for maximizing tax incentives and reporting efficiencies throughout the production process.
dkelly@storyboardfs.com
Katy Womack
KATY WOMACK
Senior Tax Associate
Katy is a firm believer in supporting the local film industry and uses her tax and accounting knowledge to help clients minimize costs while bringing their projects to fruition. With bachelor’s degrees in both accounting and managerial science, she can provide you with expertise in corporate tax return preparation, compliance, audits, tax codes, and GA tax credit incentives, as well as business planning. Always looking to give back to the community, she serves as the treasurer for Women in Film & Television Atlanta (WIFTA).
kwomack@storyboardfs.com
Filip Borjeson
FILIP BORJESON
Production Accountant
Filip holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree and is focused on business strategy and analysis. He is very detail-oriented and can navigate the unique financial challenges that arise in the movie production industry. Filip is very passionate about the entertainment industry and is dedicated to contributing to the financial success of a movie production.
fborjenson@storyboardfs.com
Jared Whipple
JARED WHIPPLE
Staff Accountant
Jared values client communication and is inspired by providing the right tailored services to meet your needs. He combines hands-on experience in the film industry with a degree in accounting, and his specialties include tax accounting and production accounting.
jwhipple@storyboardfs.com
Karin Borjeson
KARIN BORJENSON
Practice Manager
Karin is driven by the stories behind the clients she serves, and has a genuine interest in the success of their productions. She brings knowledge and experience to the administration of STORYBOARD, with a bachelor’s degree in finance and a professional background in banking and finance, including over ten years in administration at CPA firms in the Metro Atlanta Area.
kborjeson@storyboardfs.com
PARTNERS IN GROWTH
Moving Film Forward
Big things are happening, and STORYBOARD is proud to be a part of it. We’ve teamed up with organizations promoting advocacy, education, and empowerment within Georgia’s growing film and media industry.
These non-profits support the local film community by improving the portrayal of women in film, providing grants to independent filmmakers, inspiring audiences with the Atlanta Film Festival, protecting Georgia’s production tax incentive, and much more.
Heart of Creativity
We’re located in Cabbagetown, the heart of Atlanta’s creative community. This inspiring neighborhood with urban art gallery vibes is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Its kinetic energy fuels our passion for serving the local film industry.