Newsroom
Catch up on all news and updates from the team at Mitchell T. Fontenote CPA, Inc.
From key announcements to helpful tax season reminders, our archive keeps you in the loop.
January 15, 2026
Electronic Organizers are on their way!
Contact our office if you prefer a printed organizer or have any other questions.
January 15, 2026
Electronic Organizers are on their way!
Contact our office if you prefer a printed organizer or have any other questions.
November 4, 2025
Welcome Melissa Lundberg to the Team!
We’re excited to welcome Melissa Lundberg to the Mitchell T. Fontenote CPAs family! Melissa brings over 14 years of accounting experience—including 5 years at the CPA level—and a proven track record of leadership, accuracy, and dedication to client service.
A graduate of Lamar University with both a Master of Science in Accounting and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting, Melissa has extensive experience managing teams, preparing complex tax returns, and streamlining processes to boost efficiency. Her background also includes deep expertise in bookkeeping, payroll management, and sales tax services, making her a valuable resource for both our clients and our team.
Melissa is known for her strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and her ability to mentor others while maintaining a positive and productive work environment.
We’re thrilled to have Melissa’s expertise and enthusiasm on board as we continue to grow and serve our clients with excellence. Please join us in giving her a warm welcome!
October 30, 2025
Welcome Rachael Raymer to the Team!
We’re so excited to welcome Rachael Raymer to our team! Rachael brings 8 years of experience in payroll, bookkeeping, and financial reporting, along with a passion for helping businesses stay organized and compliant. She’s known for her attention to detail, reliability, and friendly approach to every client she works with.
Rachael studied Business Administration at Lamar University and got her start in public accounting. In 2018, she added tax preparation for individuals and businesses to her skill set, and she’s been helping clients reach their financial goals ever since!
Outside of the numbers, Rachael loves building great relationships and finding ways to make financial processes simpler and more efficient.
Join us in giving Rachael a big, warm welcome. We’re so happy to have her on the team!
September 16, 2025
One Big Beautiful Bill
Changes to Your Personal Taxes in 2025
August 12, 2025
Welcome Rachel Brammer Mullins, CPA to the Team!
We are excited to welcome Rachel to Mitchell T. Fontenote, CPA, Inc. as our new Tax Services Manager.
Rachel brings nearly a decade of hands-on experience in public accounting, with a strong focus on individual, business, estate, and trust taxation. A proud graduate of Lamar University, she earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting in December 2018 and has been preparing tax returns since 2016.
After earning her CPA license in 2022, Rachel expanded her role to include client advising and tax return review—strengthening both her technical skills and her commitment to exceptional client service.
We’re thrilled to have Rachel on board and look forward to the expertise, leadership, and dedication she brings to our clients and team.