Richard Wilson, BBA, CA Richard received his BBA from Simon Fraser University in 1996 and his CA designation in 1997. Richard was raised on the Sunshine Coast but moved to Vancouver in 1992 to attend University and work. In 1997, Richard moved back to the Sunshine Coast with his wife and (now four) children and has lived on the Sunshine Coast since. Richard joined Brian Beecham in 2002 to become Beecham Wilson, after nine years of work with our affiliate firm Mackay LLP including four years in which he commuted into Vancouver to work. Beecham Wilson, CA's combined with Doug Cameron & Associates, CGA to become The Coast Group Chartered Accountants in 2006. Actively involved in his community, Richard is currently the treasurer for the Sunshine Coast Community Foundation and is a member of the Board of Directors of the Sunshine Coast Credit Union.
		Robert E. Flux, CA, CPA (Illinois), CFP Rob received his CA designation in 1999, his CFP designation in 2001, and completed the three-year Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants in-depth tax program in 2001. Rob moved to Gibsons in 2007 with his wife Christina and dog Chewy to enjoy the lifestyle that the Coast offers, and to join the Coast Group CA's. In 2008, Rob and Christina welcomed their daughter into this world, and in 2010 their son. Rob has gained a diverse range of experience managing and planning the taxability of all sizes of companies by working with some of the largest CA firms in Canada, and also with a public company for three years. Rob has specialized in owner-manager taxation and estate planning since 2005. In the community, Rob is a director of the Sechelt Downtown Business Association and he is always happy to present tax topics for various local groups and businesses.
		Lisa Kennedy, CGA Lisa received her Diploma in Business Management from Capilano College in 1992 and her CGA designation in 1998. Lisa has been working as a Senior Manager of The Coast Group until September of 2010 when she became a principal of the firm. Lisa has fifteen years of public practice accounting experience, and the part of her work she finds most fulfilling is building enduring business relationships with her clients. Lisa grew up on the Sunshine Coast and currently lives in West Sechelt with her husband and two children. When not at the office Lisa spends time with her family enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking and camping.
		Kristine Flag, CGA Kristine Flag received a BComm from the University of Northern BC in 2003 and her CGA designation in 2009. Kristine grew up on the Sunshine Coast but left to attend university and work. In 2005, Kristine moved back to the sunshine coast and began working for Doug Cameron, before The Coast Group, CA's came to be. Kristine had her second child in 2009 and returned to work in January 2010. When not working part-time, Kristine enjoys spending time with her family and taking advantage of what the coast life has to offer.
		Nadia Craye, CA, CPA (Illinois) Nadia received her B.Comm with Distinction at McGill University in 2007 and later both her Diploma in Chartered Accountancy with Honours at Concordia University and her CA designation in 2009. Nadia has worked in both small and multinational public firms, namely KPMG LLP, having an extensive experience in audit (assurance), advisory and special projects. She has as well enjoyed teaching and mentoring accounting students. Nadia is also fluent in French and Russian. She joined the firm in 2010 as our Audit Manager. She and her huband David actively enjoy hiking and fishing. Nadia also loves to read, travel, design cakes and volunteer.
		Alex Goddard, CA Alex received her Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in Accounting from Kwantlen Polytechnic University in 2004. Upon completing her articling at MNP in Chilliwack, Alex obtained her Chartered Accountant designation in January of 2009. Alex has a background in small and medium size business and enjoys helping cients with their various accounting needs. Alex moved to the Sunshine Coast in September of 2011 to achieve a more balanced lifestyle. In her spare time she enjoys exploring with her camera, taking in all the amazing views the Coast has to offer. In the spring and summer Alex enjoys playing softball, a sport she's enjoyed for 24 years.
		Nicole Turlington, A.C.I.A. Nicole was raised in Pender Harbour and has been employed with The Coast Group, CA's since graduating high school in 1990. At that time she worked with Brian Beecham, who has since retired from the firm. Nicole has successfully completed her Advanced Certificate in Accounting (A.C.I.A.) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants and will continue her studies to receive her CA designation in the future. Nicole enjoys spending time with her two children and exploring the outdoors with her husband, Ron.
		Pam Knowles Pam Knowles moved to the Sunshine Coast in 1964. She has twenty plus years of professional experience and her diversified career has taken her from banking, to accounting in industry, to spending the past twenty years working in Public Practice with Doug Cameron. Pam's experience enables her to handle a variety of aspects of accounting. From basic bookkeeping, setting up accounting systems, to preparing financial statements, to auditing, Pam's versatility makes her a valuable asset to our company. Pam and her husband Larry maintain an active lifestyle. Pam is a member of the Sunshine Coast Athletic Association which keeps fitness at the forefront. You can usually see her jogging around town, sometimes enduring a long run from Gibsons to Sechelt, participating in or teaching aqua fit classes, taking yoga classes, or working on her golf swing at the local courses. When she's not active athletically, she is also active musically, and can be found sitting at her drum kit backing up local musicians. Pam has been actively involved with numerous local organizations over the years.
		Emily Fenton Emily was born and raised in Sechelt and has been working in accounting since 1995. She joined The Coast Group in the fall of 2007 and is working towards of her CA designation. Emily has a keen, detailed oriented work ethic, which blends perfectly with her dynamic personality. She has an adventurous spirit, enjoys time spent outside, and with a spare moment alone she loves a long run. Emily lives in West Sechelt with her children Douglas, Cole, and Tianna.
		Gordon Hardwicke Gord has experience in public practice and non-profit accounting and is taking courses through the CA School of Business. As a graduate in both Business Administration and Business Technology, he provides our clients with both accounting and software solutions. Gord enjoys researching, nature and genealogy. He lives with his wife Terri and enjoys spending time with his family and in our beautiful surroundings.
		Alexis Harrington Alexis has a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English Literature from UBC and a Diploma of Business Administration from Capilano College, and she is currently continuing her studies towards her CGA designation. Alexis' diverse background includes working in advertising, creative writing, and the financial world, and all have proven her ability to combine creative and analytical thinking. Alexis is from Vancouver and spent all available time on the Sunshine Coast her entire life. In August 2006, she moved to the Sunshine Coast full time, and since then she has enjoyed every element of life on the coast. Alexis volunteers with the SC Botanical Garden Society, and she is a director for both the SC Natural History Society and the Sargeant Bay Society. Alexis enjoys the natural world, photography, and on a sunny weekend, she can usually be found in her garden.
		Ellen Rewuski Ellen Rewuski moved to the Sunshine Coast in 1993 and began working with Doug Cameron at Cameron & Associates in 1995. Ellen's high level of bookkeeping, payroll, and customer service skills along with many years of professional experience, make her a favorite with the clients. Ellen chose the Sunshine Coast as a healthy environment to raise her two daughters. Like other members of The Coast Group staff, Ellen maintains an active lifestyle power walking or participating in dragon boating.
		Cobi Vaughn Cobi received her diploma in Business Administration from Capilano Universtity in 2010 and is currently working towards obtaining her CGA designation. Cobi's experience with the full accounting cycle has given her the flexibility to answer not only our accounting needs, but bookkeeping support as well. She's our in-house QuickBooks expert and a resource person for our clients. Her extroverted personality enables her to communicate well with clients and build business relationships both in and out of the office. Beyond work and school, Cobi enjoys spending time with her daughter, Marissa. In her spare time she can be found either relaxing on the beach, playing on her slo-pitch team or absorbed in a good book. Cobi is also involved with her community and is currently the Treasurer of the Sechelt Minor Softball League.
		Jessica Kaiser Jessica and her husband, Andy, moved to the Sunshine Coast from Vancouver in the fall of 2009. She joined The Coast Group in September of 2012 and is working towards her CMA designation. Jessica brings to the team 15 years of bookkeeping and accounting experience working in small and medium sized private companies. Jessica enjoys living a heathly and active lifestyle as well as spending time with friends and family. In her spare time she enjoys hiking, kayaking and reading.
		Jody Brooks-Flatt Jody Brooks-Flatt joined The Coast Group in September 2007. Jody is always happy to greet you in the main reception area. She has worked as an Administrative Assistant in our firm until the summer of 2010 and has now assumed the role of Office Manager. As Office Manager she is responsible for overseeing our Administrative staff and providing support to the firm's accounting staff. In her 25 years of customer service experience Jody has worked within the community in many different professional capacities. Jody enjoys providing the highest quality of service possible to all of our clients. Jody grew up on the Sunshine Coast and is currently living in West Sechelt with her husband Dann and their three sons. She loves spending time with her family in the great outdoors as well as hiking and power walking. She's passionate about knitting and when time allows, enjoys a good book now and then.
		Karen Johnstone Karen joined The Coast Group in January of 2008 and enjoys her role as Administrative Assistant. She works part-time in the reception area with Jennifer and Jody. With a background in banking, clerking at the Canada Revenue Agency, and more recently selling insurance for 13 years (eight with Westland Insurance), Karen brings a background of varied experience to her role. Karen and her husband John moved to the Sunshine Coast from Coquitlam in 2000. The slower and more rural lifestyle was the big draw. Their two children, Shana and Jay, reside in the lower mainland. When not at work, Karen enjoys gardening, do-it-yourself projects and ballroom dancing.
		Jennifer Smith Jennifer joined The Coast Group team 2010. As an Administration Assistant, she cheerfully greets our clients as they come into the office, answers and directs calls and provides administration support for the firm on a full time basis. Jen has always worked in the customer service industry throughout her career and brings with her 13 years of banking experience. The banking industry has provided her with the necessary tools to ensure confidentiality, accuracy and a commitment to excellent client service. Jen and her husband Murray moved to the Sunshine Coast in 2005 from Northern BC. She delights in the snowless winters and the beautiful beaches the Coast has to offer. Together, with their two children, they enjoy hiking, camping, playing squash, going to the beach, crabbing and lounging on their deck with friends and family!
		RETIRED Douglas I. Cameron, CGA Retired April 2012 Doug Cameron received his CGA designation in 1980. Doug began his own public practice on the Sunshine Coast in 1987. Doug's practice, Cameron & Associates, CGA continued up until the combination as part of The Coast Group Chartered Accountants in 2006. Doug and his wife are active people and enjoy the outdoor lifestyle that the Sunshine Coast has to offer. Whether he is kayaking, horseback riding or just out for a run, Doug is a person who appreciates a balanced lifestyle. Doug has also been involved in the community in many different capacities and has been treasurer of the Sechelt Fire Protection District since 1994.
		RETIRED Brian Beecham, CA Retired April 2009 Brian, who received his CA designation in 1967, began public practice on the Sunshine Coast in 1979 after years of public practice in Whitehorse and Vancouver. In 2002, Brian went into partnership with Richard Wilson, forming Beecham Wilson CA's which operated as such until the combination with Cameron & Associates in 2006 when the new name, The Coast Group Chartered Accountants, was adopted. In Brian's 35 plus years of professional experience, Brian has worked with many different types and sizes of clients in many different industries but has always specialized in work with owner-managed business and personal taxes. Brian had always been involved in the community in various capacities and has recently retired from the Board of Directors of the Sunshine Coast Credit Union. Brian and his wife now reside in Hope where they enjoy their two adult children and five grandchildren.

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