About
The discipline of a CPA and the experience of an operator.
Lynn Bain founded Mend Advisory after two decades spanning Big 4 accounting, management consulting, and then exiting two companies built from the ground up. In every engagement, she brings the expertise of someone who has sat at the owners' table.
Why Mend
Mending is a fly fishing technique used to lift and reposition the line, eliminating drag and causing the fly to move exactly as it should. Lynn has spent years fly fishing with her father reading water and making precise adjustments. That discipline is at the heart of how Mend Advisory works.
Over time, businesses develop drag as well through misaligned financials, unclear strategy and leadership gaps that pull them off course. Mend lifts the line, reads the current and repositions your business toward sustainable growth.
Experience
2003 – 2006
Ernst & Young
Senior Accountant · Assurance & Advisory
Big 4 foundation in audit and due diligence for public and private companies. Managed staff through complex engagements across diverse industries.
2006 – 2014
JTaylor & Associates
Stakeholder & Senior Associate
Eight years delivering management advisory, operational consulting, and valuation engagements. Led cross-department initiatives and built financial models informing major business decisions.
2014 – 2025
Boxwood Hospitality & Catering
Co-Founder & CEO
Built one of the largest third-party event venue operators in Texas — 300+ annual events, eight exclusive venues, 25%+ YoY revenue growth. Both companies acquired in 2025.
2026 – Present
Mend Advisory Services
Founder
Helping small businesses align financial data to operational outcomes and culture. Bringing Big 4 discipline and operator experience to clients across industries.
CPA
Texas Board of Accountancy
CVA
Certified Valuation Analyst
BBA · Accounting & Finance
Texas A&M University
“She is one of the rare CPA-trained individuals that can process numbers while connecting data to the big picture. Her keen people skills result in trusted relationships at all levels of her teams.”
Anna K. Brewer — Partner, Consulting Services · JTaylor and Associates
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Every engagement is led by Lynn, not delegated. Two decades of experience beginning with the initial conversation.
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