WHO’S YOUR HERO?

One Revolution will celebrate stories of resilience and integrity through its Who’s Your Hero Tour - Seattle, WA (September 1, 2013)   –   San Diego, CA (October 31, 2013).

Everybody loves a hero.  It is human nature to love the hero’s story because we can live vicariously through the experience.  It makes us feel good.  However, so many of our heroes seem to be letting us down.  Youth today need heroes.  They need stories of resilience and integrity to guide them as they navigate the difficult terrain of childhood.  Our youth need to understand that when they face challenge, they have choices.

One Revolution’s Who’s Your Hero Tour is designed to highlight heroes—people that have demonstrated resilience and integrity.  While some of these heroes might be well known, others are not.  They are simply people who have made choices to stand up for what they believe and have demonstrated strength as they were confronted with struggle.

Heroes are an integral party of community, and community contributes to resilience. Help us in celebrating heroes and building community through individual stories of resilience and integrity! Who’s your hero? Send us your story to:  info@one-revolution.org, telling us who your hero is. These stories may be used to help inspire, and may be highlighted along our journey.

Beginning in Seattle, Chris Waddell and the One Revolution team will ride nearly 1,500 miles to San Diego, making Nametags TM educational presentations at schools and visiting adaptive sports and VA facilities along the way. Connecting with the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) Dodge Million Dollar Challenge in San Francisco on October 11th, One Revolution will join the MDC ride along the coast arriving in San Diego on October 18th. Additional Nametags TM presentations are being scheduled in Southern California following the ride.  Guest rider slots are available in various segments between Seattle – San Francisco.

No matter who we are, we will face challenges and adversity. Chris Waddell's achievements transcend what others believe he can achieve given his disability. The Nametags™ programs push people to challenge the assumptions and limitations that result from the labels that we give to ourselves and others. Nametags™ does not focus on disability, but rather the universal experience of challenge and the power of resilience. The program centers on the message: "It's not what happens to you. It's what you do with what happens to you". Nametags™ is endorsed by nationally recognized anti-bullying expert Joel Haber.

Nametags™ presentations are now being scheduled along the West Coast! To bring 13X Paralympian Chris Waddell to a school of your choice for a Nametags™ presentation, or host a screening of the award-winning documentary of Chris’s historic journey to the roof of Africa – 1 Revolution, call (801) 510-9684.

A coast-to-coast tour will take place in 2014, highlighting heroes across the nation! One Revolution’s mission is to change the way people see others with disabilities by highlighting our universal struggle.  We all face challenges in life; however, it’s not what happens to you. It’s what you do with what happens to you.

www.one-revolution.org

Submitting your story and/or photographs grants One Revolution Foundation permission to use your story in any print or digital media. First names only will be used to protect anonymity. Thank you for your support.

JAMES & CO. ADDS SHINAUT TO ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM

We are happy to introduce Kathleene Shinaut, who has joined the James & Co. team as Administrative Assistant. Along with her friendly disposition, Kathlene brings extensive experience to benefit the firm and our clients. Congratulations Kathleene - Welcome!

kathleene@jamescpas.com

JAMES & CO. PROMOTES VADNAIS TO MANAGER, ASSURANCE SERVICES

Travis Vadnais, MAcc, CPA, was recently promoted to Manager of Assurance Services at James & Co. Business Advisors/ CPAs.  His area of expertise encompasses audits, reviews and compilations, accounting and consulting services for various industries. Vadnais has extensive knowledge and experience in internal controls to assist clients in the prevention and detection of fraud as well.  He is a Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor, and is trained and experienced in QuickBooks training, setup and consulting, which is a part of the firm’s new small business services division.

Having previously served as Senior Accountant with the firm for four years, Vadnais earned a BS in Accounting and a Masters in Accounting from Southern Utah University. He has worked in public accounting for more than seven years including experience as an auditor with Moss-Adams LLP, one of the largest firms in the country. Vadnais is a member of UACPA, AICPA, Ogden/Weber Chamber, Sigma Chi, and the Breakfast Exchange Club of Ogden. 

Based in Ogden, UT, with offices in Salt Lake City and St. George, James & Co. is a value-added business advisory / CPA firm. Serving clients of all sizes throughout Utah and the western states, the firm specializes in the areas of automotive/truck dealerships, health care, construction/manufacturing, and non-profit organizations in addition to individual tax preparation.

For more information, contact Travis Vadnais at (801) 399-3377 or travis@jamescpas.com

JAMES TO SHARE EXPERTISE IN NETWORK SECURITY

Robb E. James of HP Enterprise Security, and strategic partner of James & Co. Business Advisors / CPAs, will be a participant of the “Expert Panel” at the Cyber Security Event on January 16, 2013. Co-Presented by Utah Technology Council, Mountain West Capital Network and the Association for Corporate Growth, registration is open to the public. We're excited to have Robb share his vast experience in network security as a representative of James & Co. Registration information can be found at the following:
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Specializing in fraud prevention, Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE) are on staff to assist clients in prevention, detection and deterring fraud. James & Co. Business Advisors/CPAs can assess risks and develop internal controls to safeguard your organization.  The firm's strategic partnership with HP allows for a holistic approach to fraud prevention by including the network security component.

Network Security

Protect your network and sensitive data in real time. James & Co is happy to partner with HP Enterprise Security to provide network security solutions to protect your network from fraud. Call or email Robb at James & Co. to mitigate threats and make your organization more valuable.

JAMES & CO. ADDS SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES DIVISION

James & Co. Business Advisors / CPAs now offers small business accounting and business advisory services to assist small and emerging organizations be more successful.  "For the small business owner, meaningful data and reporting allows them to make effective management decisions," said Dan E. James, MBA, CPA. 

The firm has traditionally served businesses with annual revenues from $1M - $500+M. "We are exceited to offer our experience to small businesses to compliment their growing team," said Mr. James.  

James & Co. provides the following services to help meet your small business needs:

Accounting services and consulting

New business set up / QuickBooks setup

Corporate and partnership tax return preparation

Individual tax returns / Schedule C accounting

Compiled monthly/quarterly financial statement preparation

Bank statement /credit card reconciliations

Budgeting and reporting

Cash flow analysis

Depreciation and amortization calculations and schedules

Job costing schedules

Payroll preparation, tax reports, calculate payroll tax liabilities

Payroll tax preparation, W2/Form 1099 preparation

Quarterly/annual sales tax reporting

IFTA (fuel tax – trucking)

Bookkeeping for seniors

Internal controls for small businesses

Budgeting and financial analysis

QuickBooks setup, sales and support with Certified Pro Advisors

Annual review of QuickBooks accounts and journal entry adjustments to tie to prior year                     returns

For more information or for a proposal of services, contact Paula Lewis at (801) 399-3377 or paula@jamescpas.com.

In the spirit of community, Dave Edwards, MBA, CPA, had the opportunity to assist Catholic Community Services in organizing and distributing all the makings of Thanksgiving dinner to those in need of assistance. Dave, Manager of Taxation Services with James & Co. Business Advisors / CPAs, serves on the Board of Directors of the Rotary Club of Ogden whom organized the service project.

And on Saturday, November 24, Travis Vadnais, Manager of Audit Services for James & Co. will be at Municipal Park in Ogden assisting the Breakfast Exchange Club with it's Shoes For Tots program.  Giving is always a gift!

Happy Thanksgiving from the James & Co. teamwww.jamescpas.com!

JAMES & CO. ATTENDS AICPA NATIONAL AUTO DEALER CONFERENCE

As new issues in the auto industry emerge, it’s becoming more critical than ever before to stay updated on the latest developments and refresh vital skills for continued success. The James & Co. leadership team recently attended the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) National Auto Dealership Conference including:

Dan E. James, MBA, CPA - President
Mary Markeson, MAcc, CPA – Director of Audit Services
Terri Ferran, CPA, CFE – Dealership Specialist
David Edwards, MBA, CPA – Manager of Taxation Services

The conference was geared toward both the CPA and financial professionals in the auto industry, with expert speakers, comprehensive sessions and networking opportunities to provide best practices and strategies for James & Co. to stay ahead of the curve as auto/truck dealership specialists.

Topics included the tough questions that dealership face today. Sessions include: IRS and NADA Regulatory Update; Advanced Attestation Services Issues – Workpapers and War Stories; Metrics for Evaluating a Buy/Sell Opportunity; Helping Your Dealer Get the Most Out of a Reinsurance Program / Opportunities and Maximizing Profitability.

Currently working with more than 25 dealerships in Utah and surrounding states, James & Co. has built a track-record of success in making their auto dealer clients more successful. James & Co. is a member of The Driving Force, Auto Dealer Consulting Group serving more than 400 dealers across the nation.

Serving middle-market clients, James & Co. is based in Ogden with offices in Salt Lake City and St. George. For more information, contact Dan James, MBA, CPA at (801) 399-3377.