About SRS Consulting Services, LLC

Kim Westbrook Strach

Partner/CEO

Kimberly Westbrook Strach is a seasoned leader with extensive experience in public administration, investigations, and organizational compliance. She currently serves as the CEO and Managing Partner of SRS Consulting Services, LLC, where she leads a dynamic team providing consulting services to public and private sector clients in forensic accounting, investigations, elections and campaign finance, organizational compliance, technology solutions, and crisis communications.

Kim's career includes a distinguished tenure as Executive Director of the North Carolina State Board of Elections (2013–2019), where she served as the state’s Chief Election Official. In this role, she managed the oversight of elections in all 100 counties, ensuring integrity and compliance with election and campaign finance laws. Her leadership encompassed the administration of statewide training programs, election oversight, and high-profile investigations into election irregularities and campaign finance violations.

From 2019 to 2020, Kim supported the UNC System Presidential Search Committee as Executive Director, guiding the recruitment, vetting, and selection of the UNC System President. Her work involved engaging stakeholders, identifying leadership qualities, and managing the selection process that led to the appointment of Peter Hans as President.

With a proven track record in organizational leadership, investigations, and public accountability, Kim is dedicated to positioning the SRS team as a trusted resource for clients nationwide.

Tim Reilly

Partner

Tim Reilly is a seasoned financial investigator with over 27 years of expertise in combating financial crimes, including money laundering, public corruption, and tax fraud. His distinguished career includes serving as a Supervisory Special Agent for the U.S. Treasury Department, IRS–Criminal Investigation, where he led high-profile cases against political figures and dismantled complex financial schemes.

Throughout his career, Tim has demonstrated exceptional skill in forensic analysis, investigative strategy, and managing informants, earning a 98% conviction rate in his supervisory role. He has worked extensively with federal and state law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and defense counsel, providing invaluable insights in high-stakes cases.

Tim’s expertise extends to consulting roles, where he has applied his investigative knowledge to uncover fraud in post-COVID stimulus programs and develop innovative solutions to combat financial crime. A five-time recipient of the Department of Justice Award for Public Service, Tim is also an accomplished educator, having lectured at prestigious law schools and trained professionals worldwide on financial crimes and investigative techniques.

With a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Pace University and over two decades of holding a Top-Secret security clearance, Tim brings unparalleled depth and commitment to his work in financial investigations and public service.

Chuck Stuber

Partner

Charles W. (Chuck) Stuber, Jr. is a distinguished former FBI Special Agent, forensic accounting expert, and holds a law degree from UNC-Chapel Hill. With a remarkable career spanning over 30 years, Stuber is best known for his expertise in investigating complex financial crimes and high-profile corruption cases. Throughout his career, he has worked on hundreds of cases, uncovering significant fraud and corruption that shaped public policy and brought justice to light.

FBI Experience

Stuber’s FBI career began in 1985, where he quickly gained recognition for his investigative expertise. Early on, he tackled multimillion-dollar Ponzi schemes, including a $316 million investment fraud case, the largest in Colorado’s history at the time. While serving in the FBI’s Washington Field Office, he was a key member of a task force investigating the U.S. House of Representatives Bank. This high-profile case involved analyzing financial accounts for over 300 members of Congress and resulted in several convictions for bribery and election law violations. For this work, Stuber received the U.S. Attorney General’s Distinguished Service Award.

In North Carolina, Stuber spearheaded the development of a public corruption program, leading to the conviction of numerous prominent political figures, including N.C. Speaker of the House Jim Black and Governor Mike Easley. His investigations resulted in over $10 million in forfeitures and spurred significant legislative reforms.

Forensic Accounting Expertise

Stuber, a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and holder of the Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF) credential, brings extensive expertise in financial analysis and fraud detection. Renowned for his ability to unravel complex financial records, Stuber has played a key role in uncovering fraudulent activities. As both a witness and expert witness, he has delivered compelling courtroom testimony on forensic accounting and investigative matters, offering critical insights into highly challenging cases. Currently, Stuber shares his knowledge as an instructor, teaching Forensic Accounting and Cyber Security at Wake Technical Community College.

Additional Accomplishments

After retiring from the FBI, Stuber served as Chief Investigator for the North Carolina State Board of Elections, where he led investigations into campaign finance violations and election fraud. His work resulted in over 30 cases being referred for prosecution, including high-profile cases involving campaign finance mismanagement and voter fraud. He also developed policies and procedures for investigative teams, leveraging the FBI’s investigative philosophies.

With decades of experience in investigations and forensic accounting, Charles Stuber is a trusted authority in combating corruption and fraud. His career reflects a commitment to integrity, transparency, and justice.

Sheryll Harris

Chief of Operations and Research

Sheryll Harris is the Chief Operating Officer at SRS Consulting Services, bringing more than two decades of expertise in banking and financial investigations. With a proven track record of leadership and results, Sheryll leverages her extensive experience to ensure operational excellence and deliver exceptional outcomes for clients.

Before joining SRS, Sheryll served as the Deputy Director for Campaign Finance at the North Carolina State Board of Elections for seven years. In this role, she played a pivotal part in enforcing compliance with campaign finance and ethics laws, overseeing statewide disclosure requirements and supporting the integrity of the electoral process.

Renowned for her digital investigative skills, Sheryll has been instrumental in uncovering complex financial schemes, leading to successful resolutions for SRS clients. Her expertise in navigating intricate financial networks and leveraging technology has made her a trusted leader in the field.

As COO, Sheryll is committed to driving innovation, efficiency, and accountability at SRS Consulting Services, ensuring the highest standard of service for clients nationwide.

Brian Neesby

Brian brings his expertise as a Data Scientist and Solution Architect to provide solutions for our clients. Brian's passion for data analytics, precision, and AI applications drives his success in IT and cross-functional roles at SRS Consulting. Known for his groundbreaking work with the State Board of Elections, he designed an innovative Election Audit Program and managed a 30-member team overseeing North Carolina’s IT infrastructure.

Brian’s team—comprising developers, DBAs, data scientists, and application designers—has over 120 years of combined experience, offering high-level expertise. In collaboration with clients, Brian assesses immediate needs, re-engineering databases to resolve issues and strengthen IT crisis management effectively.