Name: Sean Bryant

Title: Supervising Senior - Audit
Education: B.S. Accounting - Utah State University; B.S. Marketing - Utah State University; Master in Professional Accountancy - Weber State University
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: My expertise is in audits of SEC registrants.
Short background of pertinent work experience: I have been an accountant/auditor for almost 12 years. Over the course of my career, I have been a revenue accountant, senior internal auditor, and am now actively involved in public accounting.
Outside hobbies and interests: Work has been my hobby for the last three years. Prior to that, and still on occasion, I spend my waking time with my wife and three lovely daughters. When my family is tired of me, or they're asleep, I sneak out and swim, bike, or run. I enjoy competing in triathlons and marathons, reading, and just relaxing on a beach somewhere, mostly Bear Lake.

Name: Kristina P. Chamberlain

Title: Supervising Senior - Audit
Education: B.S. Accounting - Utah State University; MBA - Utah State University
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: My expertise is in the auditing field, with an emphasis in partnership and non-profit organizations that receive money from HUD and USDA-RD.
Short background of pertinent work experience: After graduating from Utah State University, I spent a year away from accounting while my husband finished up his degree in Logan, Utah. I joined Child, Van Wagoner & Bradshaw as an intern in January 2003, and was hired full time in May of that year.
Outside hobbies and interests: I enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and camping, and I also like to cross-stitch and crochet. As for some of my favorites; my favorite scripture is D&C 50:41-44, my favorite hymn is "How Firm a Foundation," and my favorite book is Les Miserables by Victor Hugo. My favorite author is Charles Dickens, my favorite composer is Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and my favorite artist is Lanette Pace (my mother).

Name: Missy Dennis

Title: Senior Accountant - Tax
Education: B.S. Accounting - University of Utah
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: My expertise is in the field of taxation, accounting, payroll, and consultation.
Short background of pertinent work experience: I started out my career at Higginson & Morrell, and I have been at Child, Van Wagoner & Bradshaw and its predecessors since October of 2004.
Outside hobbies and interests: I have a passion for all sports and enjoy playing them. I also coach competitive youth soccer teams. I enjoy gambling, friends, and spending time with the ones I love.

Name: Crystal Makin

Title: Supervising Senior - Tax
Education: B.S. Accounting - Utah State University; MPrA Accounting - University of Utah
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: My expertise is in audits, payroll, tax, Quickbooks, and consulting; focusing particularly on helping small business owners learn how to implement and maintain their accounting systems and software.
Short background of pertinent work experience: I worked with Smith & Co. as a receptionist and on a contract basis for five years (1996-2001). Then, after earning my bachelors degree, I accepted a position as a staff accountant. I have been working in that capacity with Smith & Co, and then with Child, Van Wagoner & Bradshaw from 2001 to the present.
Outside hobbies and interests: I love spending time with my family and, since buying my home, have become the "official" family hostess for get-togethers. I love to travel and take every opportunity to do so, but I always come back to "my" mountains. I especially love to shop while traveling. There's nothing quite like the moment when you find something completely unique to take home as a souvenir. Reading and movies are also great. My newest hobby is repainting my house (white walls be gone) and infusing it with my personality.

Name: Natalie Murphy

Title: Supervising Senior - Audit
Education: MPAcc, Financial Audit Emphasis - Weber State University; B.S. Accounting - University of Utah/Weber State University
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: I specialize in audits of SEC registrants and privately held small businesses.
Short background of pertinent work experience: I joined Child, Van Wagoner & Bradshaw and its predecessors in 2001. Although my initial work with the firm involved HUD and not-for-profit entities, the majority of my career has been focused on serving private and publicly traded companies. I have also been affiliated with professional organizations such as the Davis Chamber of Commerce and UACPA.
Outside hobbies and interests: I have studied gymnastics and piano for over 20 years and currently perform in a professional music trio with a cellist and violinist. Since I'm in denial about getting old, I take gymnastics classes and coach gymnastics and cheerleading (I cheered in high school and college). I am an avid runner and frequently participate in marathons, 5K's, cross-country relays, etc. This addiction has given me permanently tan legs and white feet! As a food and sports fanatic, I can out-eat any man and talk/play sports with the best of them. I am also very active in my church. My husband and two daughters make me crazy, but are my greatest joys!

Name: Katrina Baird

Title: Staff Auditor
Education: B.S. Accounting -- University of Utah
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: My area of expertise is in auditing, specializing in SEC audits.
Short background of pertinent work experience: I started working for Child, Van Wagoner & Bradshaw, PLLC in 2008. Before my career at CVB, I worked at Larson & Rosenberger for two years preparing compilations and tax returns.
Outside hobbies and interests: I am a ballerina and modern dancer. Unfortunately, I don't get to enjoy these activities during busy season. I love to play video games like Guitar Hero, Rock Band, and anything on my Wii. I love underground punk music and going to concerts to support the bands I love. I have recently become a soccer fan and enjoy having season tickets to ReAL Salt Lake with my husband and several of our friends.

Name: David Borsos

Title: Staff Accountant - Tax
Education: Bachelor, Accounting - University of Utah; Masters in Accounting, emphasis in taxation - University of Utah
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: My expertise is in the tax field.
Short background of pertinent work experience: I have worked as an accountant for a local law firm for the past four years. I also worked at Child, Van Wagoner & Bradshaw as a tax intern from January-August 2007.
Outside hobbies and interests: I enjoy playing basketball and racquetball, playing the piano, watching college football, and spending time with my family.

Name: Fei Cheng

Title: Staff Accountant -- Audit
Education: M.S. Accountancy -- Utah State University B.S. Law -- Nanjing University, China
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: My expertise is in SEC audits.
Short background of pertinent work experience: I got my bachelor's degree from a law school in China and then worked in a law firm for two years. I joined Child, Van Wagoner & Bradshaw, PLLC in January 2009.
Outside hobbies and interests: I have been enjoying playing ping-pong since I was 7 years old. I played in a semi-professional ping-pong club for several years when I was in China. I like to play ping-pong with some friends here and attend tournaments whenever I have a chance. I also enjoy traveling, fishing, and cooking. I like to watch NBA games since my husband is a big fan of the Utah Jazz.

Name: Nathan Cook

Title: Staff Accountant - Audit
Education: B.S. Accounting, Finance, & Economics - Utah State University
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: My expertise is in the auditing field - non-profits and mortgage companies.
Short background of pertinent work experience: I previously worked as an accounting manager at the University of Utah.
Outside hobbies and interests: I enjoy sports - hiking, basketball, and running. I also enjoy spending time with my family.

Name: Eric Dow

Title: Staff Accountant - Tax
Education: Bachelor of Accountancy, Brigham Young University; Master of Accountancy, Brigham Young University
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: My expertise is in the tax field.
Short background of pertinent work experience: I was Assistant to the Controller of the College of Life Sciences at BYU for a year prior to coming to Child, Van Wagoner & Bradshaw in January 2008.
Outside hobbies and interests: I enjoy being outdoors - hiking, camping, canoeing, especially in Maine where I grew up. I love spending as much time as possible with my wife and baby boy.

Name: Kristopher Heaton

Title: Staff Accountant - Audit
Education: B.S. Accounting - Brigham Young University; Masters of Accountancy - Weber State University
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: My expertise is in investment accounting
Short background of pertinent work experience: I worked for a large industrial bank for the last four years. I spent three years working with investments and one year working with commercial loans.
Outside hobbies and interests: I enjoy spending time with my family, playing sports and watching a movie once in a while.

Name: Ryan Hiller

Title: Staff Accountant - Audit
Education: Associate of Arts - Salt Lake Community College; B.S. in Accounting - University of Utah; currently enrolled in Masters of Accountancy program at the University of Utah
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: I specialize in the auditing field.
Short background of pertinent work experience: I worked for the law firm of Christensen & Jensen, P.C.
Outside hobbies and interests: I enjoy doing anything outdoors. I like camping, fishing, and hiking, especially in the Uintah Mountains. I also love to play and watch sports. My favorite sports to play are tennis and basketball.

Name: Cory Hunter

Title: Staff Accountant - Tax
Education: B.A. Accounting - Weber State University
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: My expertise is in the tax field.
Short background of pertinent work experience: Before joining Child, Van Wagoner & Bradshaw, I was an accounting and finance assistant for Marriott Vacation Club.
Outside hobbies and interests: I love to play any kind of sports, especially golf, basketball, and baseball. I also enjoy camping, fishing, and wakeboarding. Fall is my favorite time of the year because college football and MLB playoffs begin.

Name: Caroline Klein

Title: Staff Accountant - Tax
Education: B.S. Accounting - University of Utah
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: My expertise is in the tax field.
Short background of pertinent work experience: I joined Child, Van Wagoner & Bradshaw in January of 2008. Prior to this position I was an intern for JCPenney in their corporate accounting center.
Outside hobbies and interests: I enjoy reading, watching movies, and spending time with my husband. I've also played the violin for about 13 years, and love classical music as well as country music.

Name: Cameron Pribble

Title: Staff Accountant - Tax
Education: B. S. Accounting - Weber State University. I will graduate from Weber State University in May of 2009 with a Masters of Accountancy with an emphasis in Tax. I plan on sitting for the CPA exam after graduation.
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: I specialize in individual and business income taxes
Short background of pertinent work experience: Before working at CVB, I was a full-time student and a part-time Recreation Supervisor at Clinton City Recreation
Outside hobbies and interests: I am an Assistant Basketball Coach at Northridge High School. I enjoy golfing, playing basketball, and gardening in my spare time.

Name: Conrad Smith

Title: Staff Accountant - Audit
Education: BA in Accounting with Spanish minor -- Weber State University
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: My expertise is with SEC audits.
Short background of pertinent work experience: I have worked in various areas of the banking industry. I have also worked for a number of years in the accounting department at a local contract manufacturer.
Outside hobbies and interests: You will always find me outdoors if it is at least 60 degrees or more. I am not a huge fan of the cold weather, but it helps me enjoy the summer that much more. My life revolves around summertime. I am usually found wakeboarding and boating on the greatest lake in Utah - Pineview Reservoir. The best thing about summer is the Fourth of July. I like cycling, running, hiking, etc; anything where there is sun and a challenge. I am sad Utah does not have a beach, but I guess that is why we have California and Florida. I love basball, especially those Boston Red Sox's. I enjoy music, especially concerts. I don't play a musical instrument, so I tend to enjoy it that much more.

Name: Jeremy Snitker

Title: Staff Accountant - Audit
Education: B.S. Accounting - Weber State University
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: I specialize in the auditing field with an emphasis in non-profit organizations that receive funding from USDA-RD and HUD.
Short background of pertinent work experience: Before joining Child, Van Wagoner & Bradshaw in January of 2008, I helped manage and run a small family business before deciding that accounting was the right career for me.
Outside hobbies and interests: I live for the outdoors, especially in the fall! I like to spend my time golfing, fishing, camping, hunting and spending time with my family. I also enjoy cooking, reading and watching a good movie. I believe the saying "Life's short, play hard" sums it all up!

Name: Jennifer Sorensen

Title: Staff Accountant - Audit
Education: B.S. Accounting-University of Utah
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: My expertise is in SEC audits.
Short background of pertinent work experience: I began working for Child, Van Wagoner, & Bradshaw in January 2008.
Outside hobbies and interests: My favorite thing to do is travel to warm sunny places. I love to go boating with my family, shopping with my friends, and just hanging out with Cody (my husband).

Name: Brit Summerill

Title: Staff Accountant - Audit
Education: Bachelor's of Science in Accountancy from Weber State University, and pursuing my Masters of Accountancy at Weber State University
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: Hud, Rd, and mortgage company
Short background of pertinent work experience: Vice President of Beta Alpha Psi
Outside hobbies and interests: I enjoy skiing and running

Name: Amy Thoman

Title: Staff Accountant - Audit
Education: B.A. Accounting - Weber State University; Currently in process of obtaining Masters of Accounting from Weber State University
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: Expertise in the auditing field, with an emphasis in housing authorities and non-profit organizations receiving funding from USDA-RD and HUD.
Short background of pertinent work experience: I joined Child, Van Wagoner and Bradshaw in January of 2008 as an audit intern. Before coming to CVB, I worked for a credit union as a loan processor/underwriter. My duties at the credit union involved assisting the credit union in preparing to be externally audited. My duties also included reviewing financial statements and tax returns for high wealth individuals and companies interested in receiving large loans.
Outside hobbies and interests: I love outdoor adventures and activities. I love boating, rock climbing, hiking, biking, the beach (I am originally from San Diego and I would choose the beach over the mountains any day), and I absolutely love my family and spending time with them

Name: Weiwei Xie

Title: Staff Accountant - Audit
Education: M.S. Accountancy, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, U.S.A; B.S. Accounting and B.A. English Literature, Jinan University, P.R. China
Areas of Expertise / Specialization: My expertise is in the auditing field, especially internal control area.
Short background of pertinent work experience: While accomplishing my accounting B.S degree, I started to sail in my career at a local Chinese accounting firm as an intern-to-hire for 3 months; then in 2004, I decided to accept the offer from University of Illinois to pursue my master level of education for almost 2 years; after graduation from University of Illinois, I worked at ACCO Brands Co. as a financial analyst; to chase my dream as an auditor, I switched to work at Sears Holdings Corporation as an internal auditor; now I am on external auditing track at Child Van Wagoner & Bradshaw since May 2008.
Outside hobbies and interests: I love cooking and exploring varieties of recipes in the world, either through my friends or from foodnetwork; hiking, tennis and table tennis are also my favorite outdoor activities when I am off work; and reading is my "never-feel-tired" relaxation anytime, anywhere.