Any small business is much more likely to succeed when they surround themselves with a good team. This is because good teamwork creates synergy, meaning the combined effort of the team is greater than the effect of one individual’s efforts. We are no exception. We have worked hard to build our best team so we can pass the benefits of that good teamwork on to you. We are proud to introduce you to that team now.
Piper Gottfried is our Social Media Coordinator and Data Entry Clerk. Her goal is to help the company grow through social media and curate informative content for our clients and followers. Piper says she loves her job because “I get to collaborate with an amazing group of people and I learn new things from them every day.” Piper studied Literature at Oklahoma State University, where she wrote for the school newspaper, The Daily O’Collegian. Prior to Moving to Tulsa last year, she worked for the Muskogee Daily Phoenix as a Sports Correspondent. In her spare time, Piper enjoys travelling with her husband and playing with their dogs Frida and Bowie. Her hobbies include reading, hiking, kayaking, team trivia and photography.
Kristina Handshy is our Staff Accountant and the newest member of our team. Changing careers after 13 years in dentistry, she says the best part of her job is problem solving. Kristina is a Microsoft Office Specialist, holds an Associate’s degree in business and is currently working towards her Bachelor’s degree in accounting from Northeastern State University. Originally from Denmark, she loves spending time with her 9 year old daughter, her husband, their three dogs, and their cat. She also enjoys swimming, scuba diving and going on cruises and vacations with her family. When asked about her long term goals, Kristina said “to help the company grow, and to become a more involved member of my community.”
Jaime Reynolds is our Client Service Coordinator, payroll expert and resident multi-tasker. Her goal is to help clients better understand the sometimes complicated accounting languages and processes. Jaime says she loves her job because she is always busy and always learning something new. A lifelong Tulsan, Jaime loves her family, gardening, and finding unique furniture to restore for her home.
Cheryl Fisher is our Sales and Marketing Manager and Warren’s other half. Cheryl loves getting to know our clients, helping them build their businesses and seeing them reach their goals. A devoted Jayhawk, she received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Kansas. She then moved to Fort Worth where she received her MBA from Texas Christian University. Cheryl began working with Warren 21 years ago, before their twins were born. This professional partnership allowed her the flexibility to work while also having the ability to be home when necessary. Outside of the office Cheryl is an avid reader (historical fiction is her favorite.) She also enjoys spending time with Rachel and Ryan, now 20, and trail riding with her horse Dusty.
Warren Fisher is the owner of Warren C. Fisher, CPA & Associates, PC. He founded the company 25 years ago, starting with two clients, and built it from the ground up. Like many small business owners, he knows the challenges of building a business from personal experience!
Before venturing out on his own, Warren was employed by Fortune 500 companies in the banking, oil & gas, and pharmaceutical industries. He received his Master of Business Administration degree from Texas Christian University with an emphasis in finance and his undergraduate degree from John Brown University with a double major in Accounting and Business Administration.
Warren is a member of the Oklahoma Society of Certified Public Accountants and the QuickBooks ProAdvisor Program.
His passions outside of work are spending time with his family and the great outdoors.
One of the most valuable members of our team, Bear Fisher, is our Employee Liaison. Bear’s primary duties include boosting employee morale with lots of love, pets, and the occasional game of fetch. Bear has been employee of the month for the last 30 months. When not at work, Bear never stops moving. He enjoys accompanying Warren on outdoor adventures, chew toys, and playing with his pack.
Kayla Furry is a Staff Accountant. She began her career in the industry 11 years ago, after receiving her accounting certificate from Career Point. Kayla loves taking on projects that need a lot of TLC. She says her favorite part is “seeing records go from a jumble of numbers to a comprehensive report of a business’s financial standing.” Her goals are to keep learning and to help our clients understand and navigate their bookkeeping and financial needs. Kayla is originally from Bartlesville, but she has spent the last 12 years in Tulsa. Creating memories with her loved ones and serving her community are some of the most important things to Kayla. “I enjoy spending time with my sons, going to concerts, attending community events and volunteering at Iron Gate Tulsa.”
|