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7 July, 2025

Karl Grimmett

Karl Grimmett, CPA, serves as CEO and Managing Partner at DrillDown Solution, where he oversees firm strategy, drives technological innovation, manages human resources, and leads tax planning and review efforts. Since joining the firm in 2006, Karl has grown alongside DrillDown—rising from intern to partner and eventually taking the helm as managing partner. He is known for his practical leadership style, unwavering work ethic, and deep commitment to both team development and client success. 

With over a decade of experience working with both dental and general business clients, Karl offers a blend of strategic foresight and practical, hands-on expertise. He has a particular strength in helping practice owners understand and optimize their financial position, from proactive tax planning to business structure evaluation. Whether reviewing complex returns or guiding high-level decisions, Karl believes in empowering others with knowledge and clarity. 

Karl’s professional philosophy is simple: care about your clients. He is driven by the belief that hard work, accountability, and a willingness to learn from mistakes lead to long-term success.  

Karl earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Utah Valley University, where he graduated summa cum laude and was honored as the Outstanding Student in Accounting. He later completed his MBA with an accounting emphasis at Utah State University. Prior to becoming Managing Partner at DrillDown, Karl worked for 13 years at Lunsford Peck, where he advanced through multiple roles from payroll specialist to partner. 

Originally from Salt Lake City, Karl now lives in Saratoga Springs, Utah, with his wife and their three daughters. Outside of work, he enjoys staying active through fitness, OneWheel riding, snowboarding, and Spartan races—and most of all, spending time with his family. 

 

Education 

  • Utah Valley University 
  • Bachelor of Science in Accounting, 2007 (Summa Cum Laude) 
  • Utah State University 
  • Master of Business Administration, Accounting Emphasis, 2010 

Designations 

  • Certified Public Accountant (Utah License #8258761-2601) 

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