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"We firmly believe that our clients' success is closely tied to our own. In order to achieve this, we make it a priority to actively listen, collaborate, and work closely with our clients to help them reach both their personal and professional goals. Rather than viewing obstacles as roadblocks, we see them as opportunities for growth and development. We approach each situation with a personal touch and a strategic mindset, with the ultimate goal of helping our clients achieve long-term success."

Partners
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Gwendolyn Young
CPA | CVA
Gwen Young is a University of Kentucky graduate with extensive public accounting experience dealing with clients in the areas of audit, tax, accounting, business consulting, business valuations, and litigation support.
Her practice emphasis is providing audit and tax services to not-for-profit organizations, employee benefit plans, manufacturing and distribution, and construction companies.
She provides management advisory services to not-for-profits including internal control evaluations, best practices, and organization management.
Education & Certifications
• University of Kentucky – Bachelors and Masters in Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA)
Mark Wadlington
CPA | CFM
Mark Wadlington has more than 20 years in public accounting experience dealing with clients in the areas of tax, accounting, real estate, and management advisory services.
His practice emphasis is providing tax and management advisory/outsourced CFO services to small and medium businesses and nonprofits.
In addition to public accounting, Mark also served as a Vice President and CFO of a private university in Central Kentucky.
He possesses a strong background in management consulting, particularly in assisting businesses in financing, operational efficiencies and strategic planning.
Education & Certifications
• Transylvania University – Bachelors of Arts in Accounting, Magna Cum Laude
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Fund Manager (CFM)
Diana Hughes
CPA | CVA
Diana Hughes is a University of Kentucky graduate with more than 35 years in public accounting experience dealing with a vast array of clients in the areas of audit, tax, accounting, business consulting, business valuations and litigation support.
Her practice includes providing services to not-for-profit organizations and local owned businesses including real estate, construction companies and professional organizations.
Education & Certifications
• University of Kentucky – Bachelor of Science in Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA)
Our Team
ADMIN/ACCOUNTANT
Diane Johnson
Office Manager/Accounting
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MANAGER
Liz Hill, CPA
Accounting/Advisory/Tax
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SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Marissa Lee, CPA
Assurance/Tax
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SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Christy Crutcher
Tax Services
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Accounting/Assurance
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Skylar Beard
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Accounting/Assurance
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Grant Wadlington
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800 Corporate Drive, Suite 230

Lexington, Kentucky 40503

(859) 475-1010

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