Senior Staff

Allen B. Bostrom, CPA

Mr. Bostrom is President and CEO of Universal Accounting. He has over 30 years experience assisting businesses of all sizes in profit-making strategies. Under his leadership, Universal has become one of the fastest growing companies in the nation having been in the Inc 500/5000 3 years in a row. Allen is a much sought-after speaker and presenter promoting the importance of using accounting information in business decision-making.

He is the Author of several books, including "In the Black," now in its 4th printing, and available in Japanese. He has taught marketing to thousands of small business owners, CPA's, Accountants and Bookkeepers for the purpose of building their business nationwide. His latest book, "Red to Black in 30 Days" teaches strategies for taking a business from a loss position to full-profitability with relative ease.

Miriam J. Coons, PHR

Miriam Coons is Universal Accounting's Director of Human Resources and Administration, overseeing recruiting, and administrative operations. With over 7 years of experience at Universal, Miriam ensures that Universal is a place where employees feel safe and enjoy their jobs. Previously working as Office Manager and Admissions Administrator, Miriam is intimately aware of Universal’s processes and procedures.

Miriam earned her "Professional in Human Resources (PHR)" designation from Utah State University. Six years ago she also earned Universal’s Professional Bookkeeper designation, giving her first-hand experience with Universal’s professional training.

Roger A. Knecht, PB

As the Vice President of Operations for Universal Accounting, Mr. Knecht oversees all national and international trainings offered by Universal Accounting to help those enrolled improve their accounting and tax careers or firms. With his bachelor's degree in communications and his background in marketing and recruiting,

Mr. Knecht has proven himself to be an invaluable asset to Universal graduates. Mr. Knecht has been instrumental in launching and growing thousands of accounting practices. Roger is a past Vice President of Education for IMA — Utah Chapter. He also has extensive experience in the Accounting Staffing industry. He earned his degree in Communications from Brigham Young University.

Clay Neves

Mr. Neves currently serves as the Director of Practice Development for Universal Accounting. He leads the planning, coordination and implementation of Universal seminars and workshops throughout the United States and Canada, as well as Universal’s Master Coaching programs and marketing services on behalf of Universal students.

Mr. Neves earned his BSBA Degree in Marketing and has 30 years of experience in sales, marketing and management, specializing in the education and training field, and has served as a Chamber of Commerce Executive Director. He has trained and coached thousands of small business owners to marketing success.

Jeff Stone, PB

Jeff Stone is the latest addition to Universal Accounting’s Senior Staff. As the Internet Manager. He is responsible for all internet sales, including marketing and revenue. He works closely with a team of talented web and database developers, graphic designers and copy writers to manage and continually improve Universal's online presence.

Jeff received his Bachelor’s of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) and has 10 plus years of experience in sales, sales training and sales management. His information technology expertise, strong sales background, and experience working with Universal make his role a natural fit. With his sales and technical writing skills and a logic-driven mindset, Jeff’s goals are focused on improving the users’ online experience while continuing to increase the number of student enrollments.