Rusty Fontenot

Principal

Jonesboro, AR

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How I help . . .

I specialize in building lasting relationships with clients, guiding them through complex financial challenges and the audit or attest process with clear, actionable insights. As a collaborative partner, I work to understand your unique goals and obstacles, offering tailored solutions to help you navigate industry regulations, mitigate financial risks and enhance decision-making. By breaking down complex issues into simple terms, I empower you to stay ahead in a competitive landscape while focusing on your long-term success.

MEET RUSTY

I combine my public accounting expertise with valuable experience from outside the industry to provide practical, client-focused solutions to the construction industry.

Q&A with Rusty

What does above+beyond mean to you?

It means putting in extra effort, showing exceptional commitment and delivering results that stand out.

What does being a strategic ally mean to you?

It means understanding the big picture and working closely with others to provide valuable insights, resources and support. A strategic ally goes beyond just providing services; they collaborate, anticipate needs and offer guidance to help navigate challenges and seize opportunities.

What are you most proud of any why?

In short, my family. They successfully tackle challenges every day in pursuit of their goals, whether it be my wife crushing medical school and excelling in residency, my eight-year-old son facing competitors at Brazilian jiu-jitsu tournaments or the excitement my two-year-old daughter exudes when she sings her ABCs.

What does your typical day look like?

It varies by day and time of year. In general, I am up between 5-6 a.m. to either hit the gym or help get the kids ready for the day. I typically get to my desk around 7:30 a.m. to start the day. I try to stop working around 5:30 p.m. to have dinner with my family and spend time with them before the kids go to bed. If needed, I will work a little more in the evening.

What do you enjoy most about your work at Adams Brown?

Being part of an outstanding team that works together to solve complex issues clients face.

Life Outside the Office

Hobbies & Interests

Family time
Traveling
Working on projects around the house

Frequented Websites

Schwab

Little Known Facts

I spent nearly 10 years in the Arkansas Army National Guard as an engineer officer resulting in two deployments to Iraq.
I worked as an operations manager in manufacturing prior to entering public accounting.