Cindy Brado, CPA

Assets:  

I have an ability to solve puzzles/problems by attacking the issue from different directions.  When one method leads to a mystery, I can usually try another to solve the problem.

Liability:  

My quest for perfection often times prevents me from accepting that close counts in certain situations.  I have been known to beat a problem to death because I can’t reconcile an amount to the penny.

Bottom Line:  

I try to drill to the root of a problem and will analyze the situation to recommend the best possible solution for my clients.

Expertise that Counts:  

Following a short stint with a home town Credit Union serving as their controller, I joined the present firm in 1987 as a staff accountant, earning my CPA in 1988.  I became a shareholder in 2000.  

Education:  

Originally hailing from small town Coulee Dam in eastern Washington, I left Cougar country to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the University of Washington in 1982.  

Activities:  

I currently serve as treasurer on three local non-profit boards, Cowlitz County Chaplaincy, Southwest Washington Symphony and Cowlitz County Guidance Association.  In addition, I have been a member of P.E.O. Sorority for 26 years.

Family:  

Married to Mike Althauser for 17 years.  When at home, my four pampered pooches always make sure I have 16 little paws underfoot;  I enjoy watching the deer and elk roam in my back yard.

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Jim Lampitt, CPA

Assets:  

Patience is his virtue.  And if you have spent any time with his grandkids you would see that this is a good thing.  He takes the time to listen, explain, and make sure you understand.

Liability:  

Computers, Computers, Computers.  In his mind it was much easier when it was paper and pencils.  

Bottom Line:  

Give him a task, and it will get done.  

Education:  

Washington State University

Activities:  

Rotary

Family:  

Married to Nancy Lampitt, (you’ll see her here during tax season).

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Anne DeFrancisco, CPA

Asset: 

Loves doing income taxes and helping clients with tax and business concerns.

Liability: 

Technology stuff is a passion – is our resident “technogeek”

Bottom Line: 

Tenacious.  Can lose all track of time when trying to figure out a problem or computer glitch.

Expertise that counts: 

Started practicing accounting locally in 1973.  Discovered she loves doing income tax and working with computers.  She is the tax manager and in house computer guru who keeps the office computers humming.

Education: 

Undergraduate work at University of Puget Sound, MBA from University of Portland.

Activities: 

Anne is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Washington Society of CPA’s, and very involved in the community.  She is currently serving of the boards of the United Way, Residential Resources, and is the current president of Altrusa International of Longview-Kelso.  She loves to sing (sang with the Sweet Adelines for over 20 years) and now sings in church choirs.  In her spare time loves to travel and go RVing in her motor home.

Family:

Widow, with grown daughter and a grandson in the Navy.

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Addie Ashby, CPA

Asset:

A driven individual that loves what she does.  Whether it’s tackling a client’s financial issue, or training for a triathlon, she loves challenges and successes.  

Liability:

Traveling the world is a great excitement, yet it’s hard to decide which of the 900+ pictures are worth keeping.  

Bottom Line:

Addie wants to be the extra set of hands that makes your project go smoother.  Whether she’s there to plan a path to lead you in the right direction, assist you with the current situation, or help you clean up after you’ve tried your best, she loves to be available to help.

Expertise That Counts:

Addie joined DeFrancisco Lampitt & Brado in 1998.  She obtained her CPA license in 2000.  She is a certified consultant with both QuickBooks© and Sleeter Consulting Group.

Education:

BA, accounting, Washington State University

Activities:

Addie is a member of Washington Society of CPA’s, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and treasurer for Longview Kiwanis.

Family:

Addie is married to Garrett Ashby.  They have two kids, a girl that’s eight, and a boy that’s four. 

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Debbie Watenpaugh

Education:

Debbie grew up in the local area and graduated form Kelso High in 1979.  She received two associates degrees in Accounting from Lower Columbia College in 1992 and 1993.  She also received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration in 1995 from Washington State University in Vancouver, Washington.  

Expertise That Counts:

She joined the staff of DeFrancisco, Lampitt & Brado, PS in 1996 as a staff accountant. She has done varies duties at the firm, mostly bookkeeping and tax preparation. She has worked on various clients from fast food restaurants to auto repair shops.

Family:

Debbie is married with two grown children, three grown step-children and three grandkids. She enjoys quilting and scrapbooking.

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Kristi Stamp

Asset:

A dedicated individual who enjoys the work presented to her. From the smallest project to the greatest challenge, she’s always up for the adventure.

Liability:

You’ve heard that a bad day fishing is better than a good day at work you can believe it, it’s true! And, grandkids are truly a blessing!

Bottom Line:

Kris is there to assist you in your challenges big or small. Together we will work through the issues and find a solution.

Expertise that Counts:

Kris has been through many of the firms transitions. Starting out in 1983 as a receptionist and converting to the bookkeeping and tax side of the business in 1993. She became an enrolled agent with the Internal Revenue Service. QuickBooks is also one of her strong points.

Education:

Lower Columbia College

Family:

Kris is married to Gary McVicker. Her children are grown with 3 grandchildren. She makes her home with the furry “kids”, Sasha, Brownie & Brutis.

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Monica King

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Rachael Strough

Asset:

She has the ability to organize anything and everything. Organization is her passion.

Liability:

Don’t ask her about the movie plot, because she was way to busy assessing the scene design and decor.  She is always looking for any new decorating ideas.

Bottom Line:

Rachael is the friendly face behind the counter that tries to make your visit an enjoyable one. She keeps the office running smoothly with her eye on details.

Expertise That Counts:

Rachael joined DeFrancisco Lampitt & Brado PS in 2006. She brought with her a keen sense of organization.

Family:

Married to Terry Strough, she is the mother of three grown children, and grandmother of five.

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Phyllis Westervelt

Asset:

Long-time employment in the community.  She can’t get enough of making numbers balance and assisting new as well as long-time clients.

Liability:

Part-time hours can make it challenging to “get the job done”, but Phyllis takes her duties seriously and is fully present and committed.

Expertise that Counts:

Phyllis joined DeFrancisco, Lampitt & Brado PS in 1998. It was a good fit due to many years of experience in the banking field.

Education:

Attended Lower Columbia College

Activities:

Phyllis is active in P.E.O. and in her church. She serves as treasurer for both.

Family:

Phyllis is married to John Westervelt. Their son is a Chief Petty Officer in the U.S. Navy.  Their greatest joy is their grandchildren.

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