About Arvo

Your business, your community. Maximized.

Arvo helps businesses across the United States grow their bottom lines by maximizing the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) and the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC). With the combination of our tax experts, industry-leading support and superior tax credit technology, we’ve helped businesses claim over $575MM+ in tax credits and more importantly, help their employees stay employed.

Our History

Launched in 2014 in Columbus, Ohio, by our founders Terracina and Brent, Arvo has saved its clients millions through Federal Employment Tax Credit Programs. Our team of experts with collectively 150+ years of tax experience is dedicated to helping our customers improve the economics of their business.

Our Values

At the heart of Arvo we’re driven by what we value: people, businesses, and community. By putting people first, supporting local businesses, and giving back to our communities, we strive to create a positive impact by helping businesses utilize the monetary benefits of WOTC and ERTC.

Terracina Maxwell

President & Co-Founder

Arvo was co-founded by Terracina Maxwell, who has a background in both accounting and law. Her degrees in Business Administration and Law from the University of Akron and The Ohio State University College of Law, respectively, along with her 8 years of experience at EY, give her a wealth of knowledge and expertise.

She has become a respected leader in her field through decades of experience in assisting businesses across all 50 States with employment-based tax credits.

 

Brent Johnson

Co-Founder

Brent has worked in tax incentives for over 30 years, starting at Deloitte for 8 years, helping develop complex tax strategies for corporate taxpayers, he then went on to lead the tax department at Safelite Autoglass, the largest manufacturer, and distributor of replacement windshields nationwide, where he helped them claim both R&D and WOTC. From 2004-2011 he acted as Managing Partner for Clarus Partners, a regional CPA firm based in Columbus, Ohio.

In 2012, he co-founded Clarus Solutions (now Arvo Tech), and since that time, Brent has focused on delivering the value of tax incentive programs to small and middle-market businesses through the use of specialized technology.

Make a difference with Arvo

Discover how you can impact businesses, communities, and people. Be a part of a team that encourages meaningful work and personal growth.

Helping Businesses Save Millions

We’ve helped businesses save millions through employment tax credit programs. Our team can help you maximize your tax credits.

Arvo Fast Facts

Arvo is here to help you navigate your business’s tax credits. Learn more about who we are and what we do today by reading our fast facts.

About Arvo

Your business, your community. Maximized.

Arvo helps businesses across the United States grow their bottom lines by maximizing the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) and the Employee Retention Credit (ERTC). With the combination of our tax experts, industry-leading support and superior tax credit technology, we’ve helped businesses claim over $575MM+ in tax credits and more importantly, help their employees stay employed.

Our History

Launched in 2014 in Columbus, Ohio, by our founders Terracina and Brent, Arvo has saved its clients millions through Federal Employment Tax Credit Programs. Our team of experts with collectively 150+ years of tax experience is dedicated to helping our customers improve the economics of their business.

Our Values

At the heart of Arvo we’re driven by what we value: people, businesses, and community. By putting people first, supporting local businesses, and giving back to our communities, we strive to create a positive impact by helping businesses utilize the monetary benefits of WOTC and ERTC.

Terracina Maxwell

President & Co-Founder

Arvo was co-founded by Terracina Maxwell, who has a background in both accounting and law. Her degrees in Business Administration and Law from the University of Akron and The Ohio State University College of Law, respectively, along with her 8 years of experience at EY, give her a wealth of knowledge and expertise.

She has become a respected leader in her field through decades of experience in assisting businesses across all 50 States with employment-based tax credits.

Brent Johnson

Co-Founder

Brent has worked in tax incentives for over 30 years, starting at Deloitte for 8 years, helping develop complex tax strategies for corporate taxpayers, he then went on to lead the tax department at Safelite Autoglass, the largest manufacturer, and distributor of replacement windshields nationwide, where he helped them claim both R&D and WOTC. From 2004-2011 he acted as Managing Partner for Clarus Partners, a regional CPA firm based in Columbus, Ohio.

In 2012, he co-founded Clarus Solutions (now Arvo Tech), and since that time, Brent has focused on delivering the value of tax incentive programs to small and middle-market businesses through the use of specialized technology.

 

Make a difference with Arvo

Discover how you can impact businesses, communities, and people. Be a part of a team that encourages meaningful work and personal growth.

Helping Businesses Save Millions

We’ve helped businesses save millions through employment tax credit programs. Our team can help you maximize your tax credits.

Arvo Fast Facts

Arvo is here to help you navigate your business’s tax credits. Learn more about who we are and what we do today by reading our fast facts.