Our Team

Chris Ritz, CPA

Chris has been a CPA for over twenty-five years, with experience in auditing and tax at regional firms, Eide Bailly and Crowe Horwath, before joining the current team almost fifteen years ago. He also spent five years as a trader of financial futures in Chicago. This diverse background provides a broad range of experience in handling client attestation services and outsourced bookkeeping, as well as small business and individual tax planning and compliance work.

Chris graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a degree in accounting in 1997. After stops in Indianapolis and Chicago, he is now back home, living in Lakeville, MN with his wife Amanda and their three boys – Ben, Nate and Jake. He spends his free time on a diamond or in a gym, coaching his sons’ basketball and baseball teams.

Chad Marble, CPA, MBT

Chad has over thirty years of experience in industry and public accounting, he brings a wealth of knowledge and a practical, client-centric approach to every engagement. He began his career at RSM McGladrey and has spent the last two decades at a family office, where he developed a specialized expertise in serving family-owned businesses and high-net-worth individuals.

Chad has a solid foundation in accounting and advisory services and enjoys helping clients navigate their tax matters with clarity and confidence.

Outside of work, you will find Chad cheering on Minnesota sports teams or spending quality time with his wife Resha, their two kids, Ashlyn and Zach, and their dogs.

Kyle Nees, CPA

Kyle joined Ritz & Associates in 2018 after twelve years of experience as an auditor and financial planning & analysis professional throughout the public accounting, retail, and restaurant industries. This diverse background has prepared Kyle well to assist clients with an array of accounting and attestation needs in a professional and efficient manner. He appreciates being a trusted and valuable accounting resource for any business.

Kyle graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with a degree in accounting in 2007 and earned his CPA in 2012.

Kyle lives in St. Michael with his wife Rachel and their two children – Bennett and Harper. When he’s not traveling or enjoying time with his family, you can find him on the golf course, testing a new recipe on his smoker, or cheering on Wisconsin sports teams.

Brian Wagner, CPA, MBT

Brian started his career in public accounting at CliftonLarsonAllen in 2012, where he worked with small businesses and their owners to proactively manage their tax liabilities. After spending three years in industry, he joined the Ritz & Associates team in 2025.

With more than a decade of expertise in tax planning, compliance, and strategy, Brian helps entrepreneurs and high-net worth individuals minimize their tax burdens, strengthen financial stability, and make informed decisions. Known for a practical, client-focused approach, Brian works closely with business owners to navigate complex regulations, optimize deductions, and develop long-term tax strategies tailored to each unique situation.

Brian attended the University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management for his undergraduate Accounting and Masters in Business Taxation degrees.

Brian lives in Prior Lake with his wife Karly and their young son Miles.  Outside of work he loves to golf, fish, and travel to national parks across the country. He believes “this is the year” one of his Minnesota sports teams puts it all together.

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Craig DeBerg, CPA

Craig has over forty years of experience providing professional services to the public finance industry in all fifty states. Prior to joining Ritz & Associates, Craig led the public finance practice for three nationally recognized CPA firms – KPMG, Grant Thornton, and RSM.

Craig has cultivated numerous long-term relationships in his field and his work in the industry is well-known throughout the country.

Craig lives in Edina with his wife, Gloria, and has three grown sons making their way in the real world. He is still actively involved in Edina youth basketball.

Craig has never been a party to litigation or administrative challenge resulting from his services to Public Finance clients.

Jane Myers

Jane’s professional career began working with the original founder of the firm at a Big Four public accounting firm thirty-five years ago. She was part of the firm when it was founded in 1994 and has been here ever since. Her roles within the team are almost too numerous to list, but include tax preparation, third party bookkeeper for clients, and administrative assistant.

Jane’s general knowledge of all facets of our business at Ritz & Associates provide a valuable resource to both staff and clients alike. Her clients know that if something needs addressing, she will see it through until it is complete.

Jane is a new resident of Shakopee and spends her free time with her three grown children and their families, siblings, and extended family as well as her 4-legged friends.

Brenda Jorde

Brenda Jorde joined the team in 2003 as the office manager and administrative assistant. Along with keeping the firm up and running, Brenda also processes the firm’s attestation reports, tax returns, and assists with administration of the public finance department.

Brenda lives in Minnetonka with her husband, Eric, and they have two sons – Joe and James. She also has other frequent visitors at her home, as she is actively involved with Helping Paws, Inc., as a foster trainer for future service dogs.

Alex Moronge

Alex joined Riz & Associates in 2025 after beginning his career as a Tax Associate at a large global CPA firm, where he gained two years of experience working with diverse clients and complex tax matters. He is committed to delivering accurate, timely, and personalized tax solutions that help individuals and businesses navigate ever‑changing regulations with confidence.

Known for his attention to detail and clear communication, Alex focuses on building long‑term client relationships grounded in trust, transparency, and exceptional service. His goal is to make the tax process straightforward and stress‑free while ensuring every client receives the guidance they need to make informed financial decisions. In addition to tax preparation, he also supports clients with third‑party bookkeeping and tax planning.

Alex lives in Coon Rapids and dedicates much of his time to volunteering at the Boys and Girls Club of Minnesota. Outside of work, he enjoys singing, acting, and exploring new restaurants with friends.

Rajitha Kacham

Rajitha is an Enrolled Agent who started her professional career in 2010 working on individual returns. She later gained specialized experience working with high net-worth individuals.

Rajitha has worked for Block Advisors for the last fifteen years as well as at various CPA firms in California before relocating to Minneapolis in 2025.

Rajitha has a wide range of experience, from working on individual returns to dealing with the IRS and multi-state audits and instructing Basic Income Tax Classes for H&R Block.

Rajitha enjoys cooking, going on long walks, and painting in her free time.