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each office fully embraces that original ideal of providing unparalleledcustomer service with an unwavering commitment to each individualclient’s success.“Our relationships with our clients are very important to us,”noted Lammert. “This company has its roots in the Midwest, which isa very family-oriented region. That sense of family and community ispart of our business model today.”Rob Mendes CPA/ABV, CVA, Partner-in-charge in the Tracyoffice, noted, “Our job is not just about crunching numbers. It’s aboutserving our clients, and openly and honestly communicating withthem. We like to educate our clients, provide them with options andhelp them reach decisions that are fully in their best interests.”Rob’s specialty is in business valuation and tax work, yet his truetalents, according to Lammert, rest in developing a strong and dynamicstaff within the Kemper organization, helping to maintain continuityduring periods of growth and transition.As part of the educational process for their clients, Kemper offersvarious seminars throughout the year for their clients, with topicsranging from tax fraud to business valuation, and accounting litigationsupport for attorneys.One of the areas of specialty for Kemper CPA Group is thenot-for-profit area. Christine Franklin CPA, a Partner in the Stocktonoffice, specializes in consulting for local not-for-profit organizations,which includes helping non-profits with obtaining their exempt status,providing training in financial matters, and offering accounting, audit-ing and tax services as needed.Christine cited, “One of the most satisfying parts of the job isknowing that you have helped clients in being able to pursue their missionand reach their goals, whether it is a local not-for-profit organization,a business or an individual.”Of course, the firm’s commitment to its clients extends beyondthe parameters of their offices. The partners and staff, with generousand giving hearts, are actively involved in their communities. Severalpartners and professional staff in the local offices are involved in a wide‘‘‘‘Our big-service feel embraces service on apersonalized and local level, and our highlyskilledstaff operates as a dedicated team.range of civic organizations, such as Kiwanis, Rotary and Lions Clubs.In addition, they spend numerous hours volunteering for local organizationsand community events. Being involved and giving back to thecommunity is a very important part of the Kemper way of life.As Lammert put it best, “We are committed to creating anexceptional client experience and endeavor to help our staff grow andexpand as well. We want to be the best we can be to help ourclients.” ■For more information on the Kemper CPA Group, visit them online atwww.kempercpa.com. To reach a location nearest you, call 1-866-900-4236.HERLIFEMAGAZINE.COM 53