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CHRISTIAN BRIM
CMA
cbrim@coregroupus.com"I graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Accountancy. I enjoy spending time with my wife and three children, and the very occasional golf game. In addition to firm administration, I handle Business Advisory services and business succession planning for our clients. Mostly, I enjoy watching our clients successfully grow their businesses."
CLAUDIA ARRANTS
Administrative Assistant
carrants@coregroupus.comEmployed with Core since January of 2009 after taking two glorious years off of "the grind" to spend time with my husband and our five children (three of which have fur & four legs). Prior to my self imposed sabbatical, I held clerical positions with various organizations and have extensive experience in the fields of legal and mortgage administrative work as well as being a certified customer service representative . I truly enjoy getting lost in my work and providing high-level support for all Core team members. Quoting one of my favorite mottos "the Devil is in the details" would describe a days work.
KAREN GARRISON
Marketing Director-Oklahoma City/Western Oklahoma
kgarrison@coregroupus.comcoming soon
JEFF HENDERSON
Relationship Manager
jhenderson@coregroupus.com"I've worked here as an accounting manager since 2003. My responsibilities are providing financial statements, tax return preparation and general business consultation to our clients. As a financial professional for over 30 years it is very rewarding to me to be able to share my expertise and experience. My wife is a registered nurse and we enjoy traveling and being with our children and grandchildren."
CINDY PUTMAN
Payroll Manager
cputman@coregroupus.com"I joined the Core team in 2003. I am responsible for new client set-ups, managing our payroll specialists, payroll tax compliance, our own corporate payroll, software evaluations, conversions and implementations, office manager responsibilities for the OKC office, and basically any type of responsibility thrown my way. I enjoy getting to know my clients and taking care of their needs whether it be small, big, or just a nice little chit chat. I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and am proud to be the first one in my family to graduate from college.
My husband, Justin, and I married June 6, 2009 which was the very first time for both of us. We are looking forward to the new and exciting things marriage will bring to our lives. We currently have three, four-legged children. Rufus is a 76 lb brindle American pit bull/big teddy bear. Patches is a 10lb white, short haired weenie dog. Coco is a fat 16lb chocolate, long haired, weenie dog. If you knew them, you would swear they were all weenie dogs. I also have 3 nephews and 1 niece that are young, very entertaining and bring lots of excitement to our family get-together's.
When not at work, you will most likely find me on a softball field, on my Harley, or out mug bogging in our 1985 K5 blazer. I enjoy being outside in nice weather and am definitely not a couch potato. I have played and coached softball competitively for over 20 years. The Harley thing is really new to me and I liked riding with my husband for about a month, then I decided I wanted my own. We really enjoy being able to ride together on our own bikes. Plus I like to rev my bike next to him cause it is louder than his-lol. Mud bogging is fun but I will say I enjoy watching the excitement on my husbands face when we go, it is like he is a little kid all over again and he is in hog heaven."
DAWN LAWSON
Bookkeeper
dlawson@coregroupus.com"I have worked for our firm since November 1st, 2001 as a bookkeeper. I enjoy being able to meet our diverse clients and get to learn about different types of businesses. Being able to take some of the stress and worry from someone by doing my job is a great joy for me.
I have two children, Denisa and Robert and have lived in the Oklahoma City area for the majority of my life. I am currently a middle school soccer coach and bowl on a team at least once a week. I am very excited about the fact that I am in the process of becoming a Certified Bookkeeper and will be able to gain more knowledge to help my clients in this process."
TRACY ROBISON
Relationship Manager
trobison@coregroupus.com"I have been with Core since August 2004. I received a promotion in July 2006 to Relationship Manager. I handle a wide variety of tasks, ranging from preparation and review of financial statements, personal and corporate tax returns, and financial/tax planning. I enjoy the great relationships I have built through my contact with my clients. Helping them understand their financial welfare and having them say "Thank you for taking the time to listen and help us, what would we do without you" is the greatest compliment and makes the long hours and hard work worth it at the end of the day. My husband Kris and I are raising two great children, Daniel & Juliauna. I graduated from the University of Phoenix with my Bachelors degree in Accounting in October 2008 and I am currently enrolled at Southern Nazarene University, where I am getting my MBA and will graduate in December 2011."
JANE WILSON
Quick Books Pro Advisor
jwilson@coregroupus.com"As an Advanced Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor and Intuit Solution Provider, I work closely with our clients to help them get the most out of their QuickBooks software. In addition to providing one-on-one training, I also conduct webinars and workshops.
Other services I provide to our clients include assistance with HR issues such as hiring employees and creating employee policies or handbooks, Peachtree training and support, and conduct our New Client webinars which focus on Net Client, virtual hosting of QuickBooks and other topics.
I have a bachelor of science in management and ethics from Mid-America Christina University and a master of business administration from the University of Central Oklahoma. In addition, I am a published author and enjoy writing and promoting my book."
ALICIA BROOKSHER
Junior Payroll Specialist
abrooksher@coregroupus.comAlicia Brooksher joined Core Group in November of 2010 as a Jr. Payroll Specialist. Prior to coming to work for Core, her background is in administrative support. When she is not working she enjoys spending time with her husband and young son. In her spare time she enjoys scrapbooking, going to car shows and watching her husband race the quarter mile.
NATHAM BRIM
Managing Partner - Tulsa
nbrim@coregroupus.com"I moved from our Oklahoma City office to Tulsa in 2003 to open our second location. I am responsible for managing many client relationships, including preparation of tax returns and business consultation. Helping clients understand their financial situation and solving their problems are the most enjoyable aspects to me.
My wife and I enjoy spending time with our toddler son, travelling, and taking care of our two dogs. I also enjoy playing golf and watching OU football. Boomer!"
PATRICIA SYNDER
Relationship Manager
psynder@coregroupus.com"I graduated from Oral Roberts University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting. I passed the CPA exam within six months of graduating college. I worked at a small, traditional public accounting firm for 10 years before joining Core Business and Financial Services in August 2007. As a Relationship Manager, I have enjoyed working with my client's and learning about their businesses over the last several years. My goal is to help them manage their company's finances and tax obligations so that they can enjoy many prosperous years in business.
I have lived in Tulsa for over 20 years. When I am not working, I enjoy reading, yoga, anything organic, and gardening. I have also been involved in mentoring programs and have participated in volunteer community service projects. I also help coordinate my firms involvement with Junior Achievement, a non-profit agency which works to educated students about entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and work readiness."
JEREMY DOORN
I graduated from the University of New Mexico in 2001 with a bachelors in Business Administration. I moved to Tulsa in 2007 and started working at Core in 2009. I do a little bit of everything at the office from bookkeeping to managing client relationships.
On the weekends, I enjoy watching just about any sport that is on TV, especially basketball and football. Also, I enjoy playing music (drummer) and golf with my friends and spending time with my lady.
SABRINA DICK
I joined Core in June 2011. I am responsible for all of the Tulsa client's bookkeeping, as well as performing various administrative duties daily. I have over 6 years of experience in the financial industry where I served as an Assistant branch manager at Bank of Oklahoma. I thoroughly enjoy working in a finance related field and love being able to assist clients in any way I can. I enjoy learning new things everyday and getting to know all of my clients and co-workers. I am looking forward to many opportunities in my future years with Core.
I was born and raised in Oklahoma. My fiancé, Louis, and I have a beautiful, 2 year old daughter named Alyssa. She is my pride and joy and most of my spare time is spent with her and the rest of my family and friends.
MARNIE KERN
mkern@coregroupus.com"I've just celebrated my 10th anniversary with Stanfield, and look forward to continued work with tax preparation, audits and financial statements. Helping clients in their financial management and planning is my passion.
My husband and I have been married 33 years, and we moved to Oklahoma upon his retirement from the Navy in 1997. When not working, I love to participate in ballroom dancing, downhill skiing and competitive swimming. "
SANDI FIGUEROA
Administrative Assistant
sfigueroa@coregroupus.com"I have been the Administrative Assistant of the Lawton Office for over 21 years. In addition to the administrative duties, I am responsible for client accounting services including payroll for several of our Lawton clients and preparing tax returns during tax season.
I am an Arkansas native and moved to Lawton 32 years ago on my wedding day. My husband and I have two children, Miracle and Michael, a cocker spaniel and a cat. Our family is very involved with Special Olympics Oklahoma. "
LYNDA RAMMING
lramming@coregroupus.com"I am a CPA with 23 years of experience, 17 of which I worked for Stanfield & O'Dell, P.C. (now Stanfield & Brim). My primary focus had previously been in the audit area; but I have more recently focused on tax return preparation, reviews, and compilations. I currently work as a seasonal employee, only during tax season.
I was born and raised a Lawtonian, and born and bred a Sooner. During the 'non-tax season' part of the year, I help my family run their gift and clothing stores. I have been married for sixteen years. My husband and I both enjoy traveling, cooking, and spending time with family and friends."
SUSAN GODLOVE
sgodlove@coregroupus.com"I am responsible for audits of financial statements and tax preparation. My family consists of three Irish Setters, who live up to their reputation as a breed. I enjoy walking and playing with my dogs, who are the total joys of my life."
ROBERT HINMAN
rhinman@coregroupus.com"I am the temporary Manager of the Lawton, Office. I am a Certified Public Accountant and have been practicing public accounting since January 2, 1961. My responsibilities in the Lawton Office relate to servicing our clients needs and supervision of our teem members. Providing clients with quality and timely service is my goal.
I enjoy gardening, watching football and some other sports programs on TV, and cooking. I love to cook but do not like to clean up the mess, but it works out in our household, since my wife of 44 years does not enjoy cooking , but does not mind cleaning up the mess I make."
AMANDA SOWARD
asoward@coregroupus.comBorn and raised Californian. Traveled to OK to be with my future husband and soon to be father of our 1st child. When I'm not working I'm enjoying spending time cooking, watching movies, hanging out with friends and getting ready to become a mom. I'm hoping to in the near future look into courses to finish my general ed.
DARRYL TURNBULL
dturnbull@coregroupus.com"I am a CPA and had my own practice prior to joining CORE. In 2009 I merged with Stanfield & Brim PC and my staff and I became part of the CORE family.
I have a BS in Accounting, but also have 10 years of experience in manufacturing and production as an operations manager. That practical experience helps me to understand the challenges that my clients face in managing their business each day. I enjoy being able to help clients find ways to increase profit and better understand the costs related to business decisions. It is the most satisfying part of the work I do.
I am married and have 4 children: 1 twenty-one and 3 eighteen year olds yes...triplets. I've been scuba diving since 1979 and I am still amazed by the peace and tranquility that you can find floating in that other world. I have been golfing twice in my life and managed to not hurt anyone, but I know I'll never have the time and patience to be any good at it so I don't torment myself. Away from the work enjoy cooking and entertaining friends and family, traveling and camping.
I am a life-time member of the Sooner Nation and love college football. I cheer for OU and anyone playing against Texas."
APRIL GALLAGHER
agallagher@coregroupus.com"I am dead set on making sure every client I work for has be best product possible. During tax season, I mainly work on tax returns for individuals and businesses, but in the summer I complete audits, financial statements, and anything else I can get my hands on. I have been a CPA since 2008 and will earn my Masters Degree in Accounting June 2011.
My husband and I are originally from Cedar Rapids, Iowa and were high school sweethearts. We have been married 11 years and have a beautiful 9 year old daughter. On our free time, we like driving our '72 Vette, geocaching, and playing and watching paintball."
CISCO DELUCA
cdeluca@coregroupus.com"I have been in accounting/finance/banking since I was 17. My mother was the best teacher as she worked in all of those fields as well. For Stanfield and Brim, my position is a bookkeeper. However, during tax season, I am a "go-to-girl" for the preparers. If I don't know how to do it, I'll figure it out.
When I am not working, I am with my daughter. Together we enjoy spending time in our Bible ministry. This allows us to teach others Bible truths by volunteering our time. This is a most rewarding activity! We are learning ASL (American Sign Language) too. Being able to help deaf ones really increases our joy and happiness."
ELEANOR TUCKER
etucker@coregroupus.com"After graduating High School (St. Francis Academy, Brentwood, PA) I joined my Aunt and Uncle in Oklahoma and went to work as bookkeeper for a Dry Cleaner/Laundry. I loved bookkeeping and never wanted to do anything else.
I have been with Stanfield & Brim for 2 1/2 years. It's a great place to work and great people to work with. I plan to be here for many more years.
I am married, have 5 daughters (all grown & married - phew!) and two dogs."
ELEANOR TUCKER
etucker@coregroupus.com"After graduating High School (St. Francis Academy, Brentwood, PA) I joined my Aunt and Uncle in Oklahoma and went to work as bookkeeper for a Dry Cleaner/Laundry. I loved bookkeeping and never wanted to do anything else.
I have been with Stanfield & Brim for 2 1/2 years. It's a great place to work and great people to work with. I plan to be here for many more years.
I am married, have 5 daughters (all grown & married - phew!) and two dogs."
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