Mitchell Salamon
About Mitchell Salamon
Mitchell Salamon serves as the Chief Tax Officer at Advance, a position he has held since 2012. With a background in law and extensive experience in tax administration, he oversees tax strategy for a company operating in the media, communications, and technology sectors.
Work at Advance
Mitchell Salamon has served as Chief Tax Officer at Advance since 2012. In this role, he oversees the tax strategy for the company, which operates in the media, communications, and technology sectors. His responsibilities include managing personal income and estate tax planning on a global scale. Salamon's extensive experience in tax administration and planning supports Advance's diverse operations.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Advance, Mitchell Salamon held various positions in the tax field. He worked at American Airlines from 2004 to 2012 as Chief Tax Officer and previously as Managing Director and Senior Tax Counsel from 1998 to 2003. His earlier roles include Senior Auditor at KPMG from 1986 to 1988 and Staff Tax Accountant at Ernst & Young from 1985 to 1986. He also practiced law as an Attorney at Lewis and Roca LLP for one year in 1991-1992.
Education and Expertise
Mitchell Salamon earned a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from the University of California, College of the Law, San Francisco (formerly UC Hastings) from 1988 to 1991. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Business Administration from the University of Arizona, where he studied from 1981 to 1985. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in tax administration and planning for diversified, privately-held companies.
Tax Planning and Strategy
In his role as Chief Tax Officer, Mitchell Salamon is responsible for developing and implementing tax strategies that align with the company's objectives. His focus on personal income and estate tax planning on a global scale reflects his commitment to effective tax management. Salamon's extensive experience in the field enables him to navigate complex tax regulations and optimize tax positions for the organization.