The Board of Tax Appeals consists of three members: a chairman and two associate members. Members of the Board are appointed by the Governor to six-year terms. Each member of the Board must be a qualified elector, have a bachelor’s degree and a special knowledge of taxation and revenue.
Chairman
Sara M. Fox of Brandon, MS, was appointed by Governor Phil Bryant to begin her term on July 1, 2012 as an associate board member. Effective July 1, 2016, Mrs. Fox began a new term as Chairman of the Board. She has practiced law in the areas of estate planning, probate law and business transactions. Mrs. Fox holds an accounting degree from Mississippi State University, a law degree from Ole Miss and a Masters of Law in Taxation from New York University School of Law.
Associate Member
John M. Robinson of Tupelo, MS, was appointed by Governor Phil Bryant to the Board effective July 1, 2016. Mr. Robinson was a partner in a regional CPA firm for over 30 years and was an officer in a regional bank’s wealth management department. He is actively involved in his real estate holdings and other business interests. Mr. Robinson graduated from Mississippi State University with an accounting degree.
Associate Member
Marcus J. Martin of Laurel, MS, was appointed by Governor Tate Reeves to the Board effective June 24, 2025. Mr. Martin previously served on the Board during the Haley Barbour Administration. Mr. Martin is a CPA with over 40 years of experience including his time as a partner with a national CPA firm. Mr. Martin graduated from Mississippi State University with an accounting degree.