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Lorenzo Brown

Chief Executive Officer
Co-Founder, Lorenzo Brown leads the organizations strategic direction, growth initiatives, and long-term market positioning.  His leadership focuses on expanding the firm’s services divisions, strengthening partnerships, and implementing technology-driven solutions that support scalable business operations.

Under his guidance, 5 Star Group has evolved from a traditional tax service into a multi-division professional services firm offering taxation, insurance, biometric fingerprinting, and corporate consulting.  His forward-thinking approach continues to position the company for sustainable growth while maintaining the professionalism and trust that clients expect.

Lorenzo is committed to building an organization that delivers structured services, reliable solutions, and long-term value for individuals, families, and businesses.

Retired, after 28 years of service in the United States Navy & Illinois National Guard, he uses the same dedication, devotion, honor and integrity that he put forth in the military with his clientele. Lorenzo strategically advises clients on business endeavors, guiding them from conception to implementation to achieve their goals.

As a proud husband and father of 5, he enjoys spending quality time with family. His hope is that in the future, 1 if not all their children, will build off the legacy he and his wife are building.

B.A Degree in Psychology, Chicago State University, 2022

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Adrienne (Green) Brown

Chief Operating Officer
Co-Founder, Adrienne oversees daily operations and client strategy at 5 Star Group.  With a corporate background in Human Resources leadership and business operations, Adrienne has spent over 20 years helping organizations build stronger systems, improve compliance, and operate with greater efficiency.

Known for her structured approach and attention to detail, Adrienne has expanded the firms’ services beyond tax preparation to include insurance solutions, financial consulting, and biometric services such as Live Scan fingerprinting.  Her focus is ensuring every client receives professional, organized, and dependable service.

A Stage 3 Ovarian Cancer Survivor, Adrienne is honored to educate individuals on Insurance and the protections it can provide for personal, family and business needs. As a Licensed Broker, she is able to offer personalized choices to fit client’s individual needs. When she isn’t working, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her husband, their children and extended family.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Human Resources/ Accounting

University of Illinois at Chicago, 2004

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