Brandon Young, CPA

Brandon Young is LSL’s Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Business Development Executive, as well as a Partner in the firm’s Assurance & Advisory – Government practice. Since joining LSL as a staff accountant in 2012, he has grown into a firm-wide leadership role while staying connected to his roots in government advisory services.

As COO, Brandon oversees LSL’s internal operations—including HR, IT, accounting, and marketing—ensuring the firm has the infrastructure, processes, and accountability to support long-term growth. He focuses on streamlining workflows, fostering a culture of responsiveness, and enabling the firm to adapt quickly to clients’ evolving needs.

In his role as Business Development Executive, Brandon serves as the face of LSL, building strong relationships with prospective and current clients, identifying opportunities that align with LSL’s core values, and connecting organizations with the services that will drive their success. His approach goes beyond compliance, aiming to deliver solutions that help organizations achieve their next level of growth.

Brandon continues to work closely with government clients, overseeing audits, serving on committees, and providing creative solutions to fill operational gaps in finance departments. His collaborative, team-oriented mindset—rooted in his background as a college athlete—shapes both his leadership style and his client relationships.

Outside of work, Brandon enjoys life with his wife, Lauren, and their five young children. A former collegiate baseball player and NAIA Capital One Academic All-American® in 2012, he’s an avid sports fan, especially of the Los Angeles Kings and Denver Broncos. He also enjoys playing golf whenever he can.

Professional and Civic Involvement:

Firm member, PrimeGlobal
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA)

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Vanguard University