Pete Blum, CPA

For over 35 years, Pete’s career has spanned a number of industries and sectors that have given him a unique blend of skill and experience in both the business and nonprofit worlds. He earned his accounting degree in 1986 from Oral Roberts University and his CPA in 1989. In 2002, he studied for his Masters in Theology at Faith Seminary in Tacoma.

Pete brings a passion in leadership that is felt at the personal and organizational levels and joined our team at Battershell Nichols & Blum in 2018. As a pastor and CPA, Pete leads our Remote Accounting Services (RAS) team, providing experience and insights to our church clients and leadership to our RAS team.

Pete describes his work as “being on mission”. This phrase captures the calling he feels to serve the Church and Christian community to bring excellence and clarity to their financial picture. As a pastor, he resonates with the challenges and opportunities they uniquely face, and as a CPA he provides solutions and confidence to move forward with their vision.

Pete is a family man, married to Mary Kay since 1985, and has three grown children – Katie (married), Aaron (married), and Austin. He has a granddaughter and grandson and loves pouring into his kids and grandkids. He is active in his church and community as a volunteer. He enjoys hiking, skiing, and being outdoors. He is an avid reader.