Client Services Team

You can contact Dan at: dbackus@kirschcpa.com

Janis Bergeron, CPA

At work:

Janis graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a Bachelor of Arts and the University of Windsor with a Bachelor of Commerce. She scored 19^th in the country of Canada when she took her Chartered Accountant exam in 1995.

Janis is a licensed CPA, as well as a Canadian Chartered Accountant. She is a member of the Ohio Society of CPA's.

Janis previously worked for a national CPA firm in Canada. She joined the Kirsch CPA firm in 2001, where she is presently a manager. Janis handles tax planning and compliance, as well as accounting and auditing for businesses and non-profit organizations.

At leisure:

When Janis is away from the office, you will most likely find her at the Goggin Ice Center on the campus of Miami University. Her husband, Chris, is the varsity coach of the Miami Redhawks ice hockey team. When the Redhawks are not playing, Janis is still at the ice center watching their two sons during skating practice or participating in their own ice hockey games.

Janis enjoys relaxing by watching television or reading a good book. She also loves to go shopping.

Janis and her family have limited time to vacation, but they have enjoyed a trip to Disney World and vacations in Hilton Head, South Carolina. One fact that you may not know about Janis is that she has a twin sister, Janey.

You can contact Janis at: jbergeron@kirschcpa.com

Becky Byrd

At work:

Before joining the Kirsch CPA Group in 2001, Becky had done private accounting. Her experience includes work with corporations, partnerships, farms and sole proprietors.

Becky has recently completed her accounting classes at Indiana University, where she earned an Associates degree in Accounting.

At leisure:

One of Becky’s favorite activities is fishing. She and her husband, Malcolm, have a private pond on their property at home where they can fish whenever they want.

Becky has two sons, who are devoted fishermen. Both boys also enjoy hunting for bugs around the pond and surrounding area.

Vacation time usually means a family trip somewhere to fish, especially in Nova Scotia, where there is lots of seafood to enjoy. Another desired fishing location can be found at Red Lake, Ontario.

At home, Becky enjoys gardening, where she has both flower gardens and vegetable gardens. She also enjoys walking and hiking.

You can contact Becky at: bbyrd@kirschcpa.com

Rhonda Cassidy

At work:

Rhonda joined the firm in 2001 and assists businesses as well as individuals with tax planning, accounting and strategic business planning. Rhonda helps businesses with the design and implementation of accounting software and is a Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor.

The outsourcing work Rhonda completes includes bill paying, invoices, and updating books for several corporations.

Rhonda received her Associate's degree in Accounting from Miami University.

Away from work:

In the past, Rhonda has been involved with the Hamilton Chamber, where she has had some leadership roles.

At leisure:

Rhonda enjoys volunteering at her son’s school, helping the students in the computer lab. She would like to spend more time working on scrap booking, but her time is presently occupied taking care of her 2½ year old son.

Rhonda and her husband, Steve, enjoy spending time with their two sons at King’s Island, particularly in the Water Park. They have been on a family vacation in Florida at Disney World and Gatlinburg, Tennessee.

You can contact Rhonda at: rcassidy@kirschcpa.com

Jill Frieden, CPA

At work:

Prior to joining the firm in 2004, Jill worked in public accounting for two years.

Jill received her Bachelor and Master degrees in Accountancy from Miami University. She placed 8th in the state of Ohio on the November 2002 CPA examination.

Jill assists businesses with tax planning, accounting and strategic business planning.

At leisure:

Jill and her husband, Vince, enjoy attending sporting events at Miami University in Oxford. They regularly attend the Miami Redhawks football and basketball games.

Leisure time for Jill and Vince usually includes visiting family members. They have been on several vacations with different members of Jill’s family.

Jill enjoys relaxing at home watching her favorite television programs or reading a good book.

You can contact Jill at: jfrieden@kirschcpa.com

Melinda Hannah, CPA

At work:

Pr:ior to joining the firm in 1997, Melinda worked in the banking industry for twelve years. Serving as a supervisor, Melinda assists individuals and businesses with tax planning and accounting.

Melinda is a member of the Ohio Society of CPAs. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from NorthernKentuckyUniversity and a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from NorthernKentuckyUniversity.

Away from work:

Melinda has been a guest speaker in Butler Tech parenting classes assisting the class members with budgeting, finances, and credit.

Melinda is instrumental in planning service projects for the Kirsch CPA team. Last year, at Christmas time, the firm helped to wrap and purchase Christmas gifts for the local One Way Farm.

At leisure:

Melinda enjoys getting together with her family for summer picnics, where a friendly card game usually follows the meal. She likes cooking and has been the chef for a large family reunion at NorrisLake for the past few summers.

Melinda is an enthused fan of all sports, particularly NCAA basketball, college and pro football and baseball. She played basketball for her high school basketball team and has been on the church softball team.

Traveling is another activity where Melinda likes to spend her time. She has visited Israel, Europe, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. She spent 20 years working in Youth ministry, where she traveled on many mission trips both in and out of the country.

Melinda has recently been active in the Northern Lights Emmaus Community, where she served on the Board of Directors for three years and was the Community Lay Director for one year. She has been a team member for many Emmaus weekends.

When Melinda has some time to relax, she will probably be reading or watching a black and white movie classic.

You can contact Melinda at mhannah@kirschcpa.com

Jackie Powell

At work:

Jackie assists businesses with tax planning and accounting. As a Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor, she helps businesses with the design and implementation of accounting software.

Prior to joining the firm in 1995 Jackie worked in industry. She received her Bachelor's degree in accounting from Miami University.

At leisure:

Jackie enjoys the company of her husband, Lu, and son.

You can contact Jackie at: jpowell@kirschcpa.com

Stephanie Rupnik, CPA

At work:

Stephanie joined the Kirsch CPA firm in November, 2007. She previously worked for three years in public accounting in Louisville, KY. and one year of private accounting in Mason, OH.

Stephanie received her Bachelor and Master degrees in Accounting from Miami University. She is a licensed CPA and a member of the Ohio Society of CPAs.

Stephanie serves clients by completing compilations, business and individual returns, and audits.

Away from work:

Stephanie currently serves on the finance committee of the Warren County United Way.

At leisure:

Stephanie is married to Frank, a Presbyterian minister and Navy chaplain reservist. He recently returned home after serving time in Afghanistan. They are blessed with a very active two year old son.

Stephanie spends most of her leisure time at their church in Loveland, participating in a wide variety of church activities. She is a youth group leader and Deacon at the church; she is also the chairperson of the missions committee and women’s group.

You can contact Stephanie at: srupnik@kirschcpa.com

Sue Schloemer, CPA

At work:

Sue joined the firm in 2004 and is a licensed CPA. Prior to joining the firm, Sue worked for a national CPA firm. She received her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Northern Kentucky University and is a member of the Ohio Society of CPA's.

Sue handles tax planning, compliance, and accounting for businesses and buisiness owners.

At leisure:

Sue and her husband, Steve, have two children. They enjoy family vacations, bike riding, and Cincinnati Reds' baseball games. Sue spends much of her leisure time watching her children participate in various sports' activities.

You can contact Sue at: sschloemer@kirschcpa.com

Robin Singer

At work:

Robin joined the Kirsch CPA Group team on May 14, 2007. Prior to working at the firm, Robin worked for thirteen years as an assistant controller for a group of car dealerships in Richmond, Indiana. She received the Ford Accounting Excellence Award while working at her previous job. Robin has a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Ball State University.

The tax preparation work that Robin completes usually involves work with corporations, S-corps, and non-profit organizations.

At leisure:

Robin and her husband, Ron, are the proud parents of a son and a daughter. Much of her leisure time is spent watching her son play baseball and basketball. Robin also enjoys watching her daughter’s tap lessons and recitals.

Being from Indiana, Robin is a huge Colts fan; she watches NFL football regularly. She also enjoys golfing with her husband. When she has some time to spend alone, Robin enjoys reading.

Vacation times have taken Robin and her family to a variety of places, including Disney World, Cancun, and Las Vegas.

You can contact Robin at: rsinger@kirschcpa.com

Leslie Wilkens, CPA

At work:

Leslie joined the firm in 2005. She has a Bachelor Degree in Accounting from West Virginia University and a Master of Accountancy from Miami University.

Leslie assists businesses in a variety of capacities, including outsourced accounting functions, tax planning and preparation and financial analysis.

At leisure:

While at West Virginia University, Leslie competed on the Women's soccer team, which ranked nationally each of her four years. Leslie still occasionally plays indoor soccer for fun, but finds that the sport was much more enjoyable when she was in shape.

Leslie recently got married in October 2008. She and her husband, Brent, enjoy vacationing anywhere with a beach and sunshine. One the weekends, they enjoy relaxing and hanging out with friends and family.

You can contact Leslie at: lwilkens@kirschcpa.com

Debra Weber, CPA

At work:

Debbie joined the firm in 2001 as a supervisor and a CPA. Prior to joining the firm she worked for a local accounting firm in Cincinnati. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from the University of Cincinnati.

Debbie enjoys working with entrepreneurs, helping them grow their businesses and minimize their taxes. Some of her clients include businesses in the fields of transportation, service, retail/wholesale and manufacturing.

Debbie is a member of the Ohio Society of CPAs, the American Institute of CPA, and the Kentucky Society of CPAs. She has certification as a Quickbooks Pro Advisor and has published works in business journals.

Away from work:

Debbie is the past president of the Cincinnati chapter of the American Society of Women Accountants. She has also served as the president of the Cincinnati chapter of the American Business Women’s Association.

At leisure:

Debbie and her husband, Dave, have a daughter in elementary school. Debbie enjoys volunteering at her daughter's school, helping in the cafeteria, assisting in the classroom and working at the school festivals.

Debbie spends additional leisure time watching her daughter play basketball and volleyball; she also helps with Girl Scout activities.

You can contact Debbie at: dweber@kirschcpa.com