Upleveling

Joy Lutz Joy Lutz, CPA, owner and founder of Aligned CPA, LLC, is passionate about empowering entrepreneurs to build better leaders, smarter systems, and bigger results. Since starting her business in 2012, Joy has gained firsthand experience in the challenges and rewards of growing a business, making her uniquely equipped to help fellow business owners master the mindset, strategies, and operational excellence needed to thrive.

As a Certified Tax Planner, Joy combines financial expertise with strategic vision, earning accolades such as “40 Under 40” CPA in 2015 and the Lake City-Columbia County Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year award in 2016. Her proudest recognition, however, is being named the 2023 Employer of the Year by the Chamber of Commerce, a testament to her leadership and dedication to fostering a thriving team.