PROFESSIONAL TEAM:
I have extensive knowledge working with clients in the construction, real estate, non-profit, investment and wholesale/retail industries, which are mostly owner-managed entities. My primary responsibilities include accounting and assurance services, taxation and tax planning.
I am married to a wonderful husband and have two children. I spend all my free time with my family and like to travel whether it’s a daytrip or a longer trip out of town. I also love reading although I mostly have time to read children’s storybooks!
Email: olga@dsbca.com
Extension: 233
Language: English, Russian, Ukranian
I moved to this beautiful country in summer 2004. In the same year I started to attend Vancouver Training Institute (VTI) and graduated with Honors.
My post-secondary education started in my home country Ukraine where I earned my Bachelor degree in Finance.
I joined Dickson, Stojak, Brown right after graduation from VTI. Working for a CA firm means constant learning and I like this the most in my work. This inspired me to enroll into the CGA program. As a senior accountant I enjoy working with clients.
I use to be an acrobat and won many international and country competitions. I love to travel and I’ve been to many different countries in Europe and Asia.
In order to become a Canadian accountant, I attended BCIT and graduated with honor in 2004. I have been with Dickson, Stojak, Brown since 2005 and I obtained my CGA designation in 2007.
It is fun to work for Dickson, Stojak, Brown because the people are great and there is always something new every day. As a senior accountant, I assist our clients with their different needs, including accounting service, software training, tax planning etc. I am happy when I make my clients happy.
After work, I enjoy helping people. For two years, I have been a mentor for Success International Trained Professional Accountant Program. I’m also a board member of CGA BC Richmond Chapter. From these activities, I contribute to our community and gain more broad experience.
As for pleasure, swimming, hot yoga and travel are my favorite. Swimming makes me relax, hot yoga improves my physical flexibility and mental determination, and travel provides me the chance to meet different people and share their particular stories around the world.
Email: andrew@dsbca.com
Extension: 228
I focused on becoming an accountant when I was a teenager after talking to a fellow CGA who owned a BMW at that time.
In 1993 I joined Dickson Stojak Brown after graduating from British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT). In 1996, I obtained my Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation and in 1998 I was licensed as a Certified Financial Planner (CFP).
Email: linda@dsbca.com
Extension: 235
Language: English, Mandarin
I obtained my bachelor degree of engineering several years ago back in China. After working as an engineer for 5 years, I changed my career to accounting field. Since then, I have worked at different industries both in China and Canada, such as manufacturing, wholesale, retail, construction, property management, and public practice as an accountant.
Email: jenny@dsbca.com
Extension: 232
Language: English, Cantonese, Mandarin
I graduated, with honour roll standing, from the Sauder School of Business at UBC in May 2004 with major in Accounting. After that I joined Dickson, Stojak, Brown in November 2004. I obtained my C.A. designation in August 2007.
Email: cleo@dsbca.com
Extension: 230
Language: English, Mandarin
I joined Dickson Stojak Brown in January 2003. I have worked with many different types and sizes of clients in many different industries such as manufacturing, nursery, restaurant, retail, construction and related industries, investment, professionals and non-for-profit organizations.
I focus on serving business owners of family and privately owned businesses. With seven years of professional experience, I understand the needs of private businesses and recognize that those needs go beyond the core services of auditing, accounting and filing tax returns.
I am a graduate of British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) with a BTech degree. I also have a CPA designation in Delaware, USA.
As a business advisor, I help on growing and maturing private businesses and dealing with strategic planning, developing and implementing improved systems and processes, managing cash flow, developing key performance indicators and critical success factors, and obtaining financing.
Being a member of the Canadian west coast office of ROCG Americas, an international consulting firm, I specialize in providing business transition services to business owners to ensure a smooth and successful transfer of the business to successors at the maximum value.
In my spare time, I enjoy being a belly dance performer and practicing yoga. I love backpacking and I have backpacked in many national parks in Canada and States.
My biggest adventure so far was a one-month trip in Alaska, USA, it is a once in a life time experience. I have kayaked in a glacier lake, dog sledded on top of the glacier, and watched grizzlies fishing 50 meters away!! I look forward to many more adventures ahead of me.
As a senior accountant in Dickson, Stojak, Brown, I am responsible for various audits in the fields of real estate, property management and development and non-for-profit organizations.
I enjoy working with the talented professionals in our office. I learn something new everyday, and I enjoy the challenging work. I love to provide tax services to the various clients.
In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, skating, playing guitar, and watching NBA basketball games with my family. I love summer time in Vancouver because I can enjoy many kinds of outdoor activities.
As a manager in the firm I am responsible for the technology systems used in the practice, ensuring that all program updates are kept current, the training of new team members on the firm’s systems and procedures as well as assisting clients with technology issues.
I have attended RAN ONE Business Development courses and am part of the business development delivery team.
As a “Vancouverite”, I plan to travel and see the world, once my family gets older – (A decade or so to go). Besides accounting and tax, I enjoy running, biking and hockey.
Email: cathie@dsbca.com
Extension: 262
I was born in Winnipeg where I lived with my parents and three brothers. When I was ten my Dad, thinking that the Winnipeg winters were too mild, moved us all to Thompson, 740 kms north of Winnipeg. When we finally returned to our senses and to Winnipeg, I attended the University of Manitoba, receiving a degree in English Literature.
After marriage, my family and I moved to Vancouver where I attended BCIT and graduated from the Financial Management Accounting program. I earned my CA designation in 1993 and since then have worked in both industry and public practice. In 2005 I was proud to attend a ceremony in Calgary where my son Eric received his CA designation.
I serve as a director on the board of the Richmond Chamber of Commerce and, on the job, really enjoy helping my clients to maximize wealth and minimize taxes. Believe it not accounting can be fun!
Email: kriszti@dsbca.com
Extension: 226
I found a great team when I joined Dickson Stojak Brown in 2001. Since then, I received my CGA designation and a degree in Honors Bachelors of Commerce from Laurentian University - both in 2005.
I have worked on a variety of clients throughout the years and have gained valuable experience in many industries.
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