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Charles J. Kelly, CPA

Charles J. Kelly, CPA

(@CJtheSmartGuy)

US-based CPA & Multi-Business Entrepreneur

Building innovative solutions across tax services, communications, consulting, and Bitcoin ventures. From tax expertise to entrepreneurial vision, creating impact through technology and business innovation.

About Me

Charles J. Kelly, known as 'CJ the Smart Guy,' is a Certified Public Accountant and entrepreneur specializing in blockchain and Bitcoin. A graduate of Texas Southern University with degrees in finance and accounting, CJ began his career at BNSF Railway before pursuing his CPA license and entrepreneurial ventures.

After earning his CPA, CJ became a leading Bitcoin educator through Black Bitcoin Billionaires and Najah Roberts, later contributing to Jay-Z and Jack Dorsey's 'The Bitcoin Academy.'

Today, CJ serves on the board of the Bitcoin Transformation Community, where he teaches financial literacy through Bitcoin and helps provide jobs in the bitcoin mining industry.

Speaking & Events

Sharing insights on entrepreneurship, technology, and business innovation at conferences and industry events worldwide.

The UNCONFERENCE 2025
The UNCONFERENCE
July 12, 2025
Sarit Expo Center, Nairobi, Kenya

The Unconference is a unique and transformative gathering place which brings together like-minded people around large scale conversations that matter!

Invest Fest 2025
Invest Fest
August 22-24, 2025
Georgia World Congress Center

An in-person experience combining investing, entrepreneurship, pop culture, and entertainment

National Business League/All Black National Convention 2025
NBL/ABNC
August 21-23, 2025
Hilton Atlanta Hotel

This is Dr. Boyce Watkins' battle-tested blueprint for Black financial freedom.

Pacific Blockchain Summit 2025
Pacific Blockchain Summit
September 12, 2025
Inspiration Hawaii Museum

Leading blockchain and cryptocurrency conference in the Pacific region

Black Blockchain Summit 2025
Black Blockchain Summit
September 26-27, 2025
Howard University

Where Black Innovation Leads Blockchain Revolution.

East Africa Regional Conference 2026
East Africa Regional Conference
February 14, 2026
Zetech University, Nairobi, Kenya

Bringing together regional leaders to explore business, technology, and innovation collaboration across East Africa.

Africa AI Finance Summit 2026
Africa AI Summit
March 27, 2026
GTC Pan Pacific Serviced Suites, Nairobi, Kenya - Virtual Speaker

A gathering of innovators and thought leaders exploring the future of artificial intelligence across the African continent.

Bitcoin Nairobi Conference 2026
Bitcoin Nairobi Conference
June 24-26, 2026
A.S.K Dome, Nairobi, Kenya

A premier gathering exploring Bitcoin adoption, innovation, and financial sovereignty across East Africa.

Available for Speaking
Entrepreneurship & Business Strategy
IRS Compliance and Tax Strategies
Cryptocurrency & Innovation
Multi-Business Management
Book Consultation/Speaking Engagement

Get In Touch

Ready to discuss opportunities, collaborations, or speaking engagements? Reach out or connect online.

Contact Information

Email
info@smartguytaxes.com
Phone
+1 (832) 356-3254

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