Linda has always had a strong interest in small business, entrepreneurship, accounting, and nonprofit work. She has over 25+ years’ experience in working as an accountant with small business owners and leaders of nonprofit organizations. Before starting her CPA practice, she worked as a staff accountant, payroll accountant, senior tax accountant, accounting department supervisor, and financial controller. Her volunteer experience includes serving as treasurer for several nonprofit organizations and currently as a SCORE certified business mentor assisting women-owned business owners and nonprofit startups. She teaches financial, managerial, tax, and nonprofit accounting; auditing, and accounting information systems as an adjunct online instructor at the college level.
Professional Certifications:
- Certified Public Accountant
- Certified Business Advisor®
- Accredited Small Business Consultant®
- Certified QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor
- Advanced Certified QuickBooks Desktop ProAdvisor
Educational Background:
- B.S. Degree – Business Administration
- M.S. Degree – Accounting
- M.A. Degree – Entrepreneurship/Small Business (In Progress)
Professional Memberships:
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Association of Small Business Consultants
- National Association of Tax Professionals
Community Involvements:
- Central Pinellas/Largo Chamber of Commerce
- Christian Chamber of Commerce of Tampa Bay
- SCORE of Pinellas County
- Women in Networking (WIN)
