Meet The Team

Carlos Samaniego, EA, CTRC, NTPI Fellow®

Founder & The Tax Debt Detective™

Before he became The Tax Debt Detective™, Carlos Samaniego was saving lives in a different way.

A former U.S. Army medic and EMT for over 11 years, Carlos has always been called to protect people in crisis. Today, he’s still saving lives — only now they’re financial ones.

Since 2000, he’s helped people rebuild from bad credit, mortgage struggles, and real estate challenges. After fighting his own IRS nightmare, he turned that battle into a mission to guide others through the same fire.

Becoming a tax professional in 2012 — and later an Enrolled Agent in 2017 — Carlos built one of the most trusted rescue operations in the country.

A best-selling author, award-winning speaker, and NTPI Fellow®, he helps families and business owners stand toe-to-toe with the IRS (The Collector) and California’s FTB (CaliClaw).

For nearly two decades, Carlos has led the fight inside the Tax Underworld — rescuing families, protecting businesses, and restoring peace of mind. His books, media appearances, and hands-on advocacy have made him one of the most recognized and trusted names in tax resolution today.

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Elizabeth "The Heart" Samaniego, CTEC

Chief Operations Officer & Co-Founder | Tax Debt Consultants LLC

The steady hand behind the empire. The heartbeat of every rescue.

Elizabeth co-founded Tax Debt Consultants alongside Carlos, transforming one man's IRS nightmare into a business built on second chances, dignity, and lasting relief.

While Carlos runs into the fire and Andrew builds the systems, Elizabeth keeps the heart beating—client care, case coordination, operational excellence.

The Heart of the Syndicate.

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Andrew Samaniego, EA, CTRC

Chief Strategist & Board Member | Tax Debt Consultants LLC

U.S. Naval Academy graduate. Former Navy Lieutenant. Licensed Enrolled Agent.

Andrew operates as licensee of Tax Debt Consultants LLC, where he architects the strategic frameworks, systems infrastructure, and tactical protocols that power nationwide IRS rescue operations.

Navy-trained precision. Logic-driven strategy. The Anchor of the Syndicate.

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"Mama' Millie , Accountant

Senior Tax Advisor, CTRC

Known affectionately as Mama Millie, she’s the foundation every great mission needs.

From her kitchen table in Redlands back in 1990, Millie began helping families file taxes — and unknowingly laid the cornerstone for what would become a multi-generational legacy of trust, service, and protection.

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Christine "The Shield" Walker, EA

Groton, CT Office

Enrolled Agent & East Coast Partner | Divine Financial Services

Partnered with Tax Debt Consultants LLC

Federal authority. Local roots. Tribal strength.

Christine Walker is an Enrolled Agent licensed by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and a proud member of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation. As founder of Divine Financial Services and East Coast partner to Carlos Samaniego's Tax Debt Consultants, she brings national firepower and Connecticut expertise to families facing IRS and DRS nightmares.

The Shield of the East Coast.

Jenero Jordan

Tax Specialist

Jenero Jordan brings real-world experience and street-level wisdom to the team.

He’s the bridge between everyday entrepreneurs and the complex IRS code — translating government jargon into clear, practical steps that help people regain control of their financial future.

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Pete "The Marine" Kici, EA - Orlando

Orlando, FL office

Tax Resolution Specialist

A U.S. Marine veteran and seasoned tax professional, Pete Kici has spent over 25 years in financial combat.

From our Orlando office, Pete applies Marine-level precision and integrity to every case — dismantling IRS challenges and ensuring no taxpayer is left behind. He leads our Florida Team.

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