Get to Know Our Team
Our team of professionals is bursting with personality, and we are ready to get to know you so that we can help with your accounting, income tax, financial planning and wealth management needs. Get to know our team by reading their biographies and learning more about their dedication to helping you.
Ames Office
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Debra Anderson
Staff Accountant
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meDebra joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 and is a Staff Accountant in the Ames office. She is responsible for individual, partnership and corporate tax return preparation, as well as working on our audit team. In addition, she assists with payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
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John Elliott, CPA
Audit Manager
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meJohn joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2016 with over 30 years of accounting experience. He is a Audit Manager in the Ames office. He prepares and reviews complex tax returns and is involved in tax and business planning/consulting. John also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for nonprofit organizations and commercial entities.
John is a graduate of both Northwest Missouri State University and Iowa State University. He has B.A. degrees in Accounting and History. Outside of work, John enjoys spending time with his wife, Teri, and their two daughters. He cheers for the Iowa State Cyclones, UNI Panthers and NWMSU Bearcats. He is also a shareholder of the Green Bay Packers.
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Dennis Pyle, CPA
Senior Tax Manager
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meDennis joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2016 after operating his own CPA firm in the Ames area for many years. Dennis serves as a Senior Tax Manager in the Ames office. He performs research on a variety of complex tax-related topics and prepares and reviews complex tax returns. Dennis also is involved in tax and business planning/consulting.
Dennis graduated from Iowa State University with a B.A. degree in Accounting. He is married to Amy and they have two daughters, two sons and four grandchildren. Dennis enjoys fall bird hunting, snow skiing, weightlifting at the local gym, biking, water skiing, surfing and sailing.
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Dominique Bryant, CPA
Senior Staff Accountant
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meDominique joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 and is a Senior Audit and Tax Accountant in the Ames office. She is an experienced tax professional and assists with the preparation of individual, partnership and corporate tax returns. Dominique also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities.
Dominique is a graduate of Buena Vista University with a B.A. in Accounting. Outside of work, Dominique enjoys spending time with her family and cheering on the Iowa State Cyclones.
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Sonal Patel, CPA
Senior Tax Manager
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meSonal joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019. Sonal serves as a Senior Tax Manager in the Ames office. She prepares and reviews complex tax returns and is also involved in tax and business planning/consulting.
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Andy Harris, CPA
Senior Tax Manager
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meAndy joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 after operating his own CPA firm in the Ames and Ankeny area for many years. Andy serves as a Senior Tax Manager in the Ames and Ankeny offices. He performs research on a variety of complex tax-related topics and prepares and reviews complex tax returns. Andy also is involved in tax and business planning/consulting.
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Hailey Davis, CPA
Senior Staff Accountant
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meHailey joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 is a Tax/Audit Senior Staff Accountant. She is responsible for individual, partnership and corporate tax return preparation. In addition, she also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities.
Hailey graduated from Iowa State University with a B.S. degree in Accounting.
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Nick Aarsen, CPA, EA
Partner
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meNick joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2014 and is a Partner with the firm. Nick supervises preparation and the review process of individual, partnership and nonprofit organization income tax returns, as well as providing estate tax planning services. He also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities. Nick also specializes in cost segregation studies to assist clients in uncovering potential income tax benefits.
Nick graduated from Northwestern College with a B.A. degree in Accounting. He is married and has three sons. Outside of work, Nick and his family enjoy boating, fishing and doing any outdoor activities. He also enjoys cheering on the Dallas Cowboys and Oklahoma Sooners.
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Diane Furry
Staff Accountant
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meDiane joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2016 and is a Staff Accountant in the Ames office. Her responsibilities include payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
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Angela Geisinger
Senior Staff Accountant
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meAngela joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2016 and is a Senior Staff Accountant in the Ames office. Her responsibilities include payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
Angela graduated from AIB College of Business with B.A. degrees in Accounting and Business Administration. Outside of work, Angela volunteers with the Colo Firefighter’s Association as an EMT and firefighter, currently serving as Lieutenant. She is married to Rodney and they have two daughters, Katelynn and Allison.
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McKenzie Harreld
Staff Accountant
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meMcKenzie joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 and is a Staff Accountant in the Ames office. She is responsible for individual, partnership and corporate tax return preparation, as well as working on our audit team. In addition, she assists with payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
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Jacki Harris
Administrative Services Professional
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meJacki joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 and serves as an Administrative Services Professional in the Ames office. She supports our firm with many administrative functions and is responsible for providing excellent service to our clients.
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Myra Jackson
Administrative Services Professional
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meMyra joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2016 and serves as an Administrative Services Professional in the Ames office. She supports our firm with many administrative functions and is responsible for providing excellent service to our clients.
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Stephenie Keat
Tax Manager
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meStephenie joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 and is a Tax Manager in the Ames office. She performs research on complex tax-related topics and is responsible for preparation and review of individual, partnership and corporate tax returns. She also performs payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
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Kara Schaudt
Administrative Services Professional
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0013 Get in touch with meKara joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2020 and serves as an Administrative Services Professional in the Ames office. She supports our firm with many administrative functions and is responsible for providing excellent service to our clients.
In her free time she enjoys hanging out with friends and spending time with her family.
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Jaqueline Schutt
Staff Accountant
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meJaqueline joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 and is a Staff Accountant in the Ames office. She is responsible for individual, partnership and corporate tax return preparation, as well as working on our audit team. In addition, she assists with payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
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Kayleen Thomas
Staff Accountant
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meKayleen joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2020 and is a Staff Audit and Tax Accountant in the Ames office. Kayleen is responsible for individual tax return preparation, as well as working on our audit team. In addition, she assists with payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
Kayleen graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. in Accounting. In her free time she likes to hangout with friends and spend time with her family.
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Judith Venegas
Senior Staff Accountant
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meJudith joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2020 and is a Staff Audit and Tax Accountant in the Ames office. Judith is responsible for individual tax return preparation, as well as working on our audit team.
Judith has B.A. degree in Accounting from Iowa State University. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
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Darci Wolf
Senior Staff Accountant
Location: Ames Office Division: Ames Phone: (515) 232-0533 Get in touch with meDarci joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2016 and is a Senior Staff Accountant in the Ames office. Her responsibilities primarily include providing payroll services and payroll tax reporting for a variety of clients.
Darci received an Associate’s degree in Accounting from Des Moines Area Community College.
Ankeny Office
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David Hartwig, CPA
Staff Accountant
Location: Ankeny Office Division: Ankeny Phone: (515) 964-7581 Get in touch with meDavid joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 and is a Staff Accountant in the Ankeny office. He is responsible for individual, partnership and corporate tax return preparation, as well as working on our audit team. In addition, he assists with payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
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Debra Nabity, CPA
Senior Staff Accountant
Location: Ankeny Office Division: Ankeny Phone: (515) 964-7581 Get in touch with meDebra joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 and is a Senior Tax Accountant in the Ankeny office. Debra prepares and reviews complex tax returns and is also involved in tax and business planning/consulting.
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Robb Way, EA
Senior Tax Accountant
Location: Ankeny Office Division: Ankeny Phone: (515) 964-7581 Get in touch with meRobb joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2020 and is a Senior Tax Accountant in the Ankeny office. Robb prepares and reviews complex tax returns and is also involved in tax and business planning/consulting.
Robb graduated from University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. degree in Accounting. In his free time he enjoys playing golf and spending time with his family.
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Nick Aarsen, CPA, EA
Partner
Location: Ankeny Office Division: Ankeny Phone: (515) 964-7581 Get in touch with meNick joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2014 and is a Partner with the firm. Nick supervises preparation and the review process of individual, partnership and nonprofit organization income tax returns, as well as providing estate tax planning services. He also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities. Nick also specializes in cost segregation studies to assist clients in uncovering potential income tax benefits.
Nick graduated from Northwestern College with a B.A. degree in Accounting. He is married and has three sons. Outside of work, Nick and his family enjoy boating, fishing and doing any outdoor activities. He also enjoys cheering on the Dallas Cowboys and Oklahoma Sooners.
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Kameo Johnson
Administrative Services Professional
Location: Ankeny Office Division: Ankeny Phone: (515) 964-7581 Get in touch with meKameo joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 and serves as an Administrative Services Professional in the Ankeny office. She supports our firm with many administrative functions and is responsible for providing excellent service to our clients.
Cedar Rapids Office
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David Celarier
Staff Accountant
Location: Cedar Rapids Office Division: Cedar Rapids Phone: (319) 366-8267 Get in touch with meDavid joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 is a Tax/Audit Staff Accountant. He is responsible for individual, partnership and corporate tax return preparation. In addition, he also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities.
David graduated from Bob Jones University with a B.S. degree in Accounting. He volunteers for Heartland Youth for Christ afterschool programs, is a taekwondo instructor and in his free time he plays guitar and ultimate Frisbee.
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Kevin Ballard, CPA
Senior Tax Manager
Location: Cedar Rapids Office Division: Cedar Rapids Phone: (319) 366-8267 Get in touch with meKevin joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 1986 and is a Senior Tax Manager in the Cedar Rapids office. Kevin is responsible for key client relationships, working with a variety of clients and industries. He is experienced in individual, partnership and corporate tax planning and preparation, audit services, business consulting, succession planning and wealth management services.
Kevin is a member of the Marion Kiwanis Club and Cedar Rapids Elks Lodge and serves on the Marion Senior Living Community Board. He is also a past board member of the School Tuition Organization for the Archdiocese of Dubuque and is the past president for the Cedar Valley Running Association and Cedar Rapids Area Estate Planning Council. Kevin has been married since 1979 to his wife, Diane, and has three grown daughters.
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Jennifer Decker, CPA
Partner
Location: Cedar Rapids Office Division: Cedar Rapids Phone: (319) 366-8267 Get in touch with meJennifer joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2005 and is a Partner with the firm. In addition to managing the operations of the Cedar Rapids office, Jennifer plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities. In addition, she supervises the tax preparation and review process of individual, partnership and corporate tax returns. Jennifer is also responsible for key client relationships, working with a variety of clients and industries.
Jennifer graduated cum laude from the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. degree in Accounting. She serves on the school board for St. Joseph’s Catholic School and participates on the Public Relations Committee. She was previously the president of the Chargers Organization at the school. Jennifer is an officer for the Cedar Rapids Area Estate Planning Council and a board member of the Student Tuition Organization for the Archdiocese of Dubuque. Jennifer and her husband, Nick, have three children. Her favorite sports teams are the UNI Panthers, Chicago Cubs and whatever teams her children play on!
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Dave Meade, CPA
Senior Tax Accountant
Location: Cedar Rapids Office Division: Cedar Rapids Phone: (319) 366-8267 Get in touch with meDavid joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2008 and is a Senior Tax Accountant in the Cedar Rapids office. David prepares and reviews complex tax returns and is also involved in tax and business planning/consulting.
David graduated from the University of Iowa with a B.A. degree in Accounting. He enjoys spending time with his wife, daughter and grandsons.
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Brooke Dobel, CPA
Audit Manager
Location: Cedar Rapids Office Division: Cedar Rapids Phone: (319) 366-8267 Get in touch with meBrooke joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2007 and serves as an Audit Manager in the Cedar Rapids office. Brooke plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities, specializing in employee benefit plans. Brooke also is an experienced tax professional, preparing complex individual, partnership and corporate tax returns.
Brooke graduated summa cum laude from the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. degree in Accounting. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their children and dog.
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Julie Brandt, CPA
Senior Tax Accountant
Location: Cedar Rapids Office Division: Cedar Rapids Phone: (319) 366-8267 Get in touch with meJulie joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2020 and is a Senior Tax Accountant in the Cedar Rapids office. She performs research on complex tax-related topics and is responsible for preparation and review of individual, partnership and corporate tax returns.
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Skye Kanne
Senior Staff Accountant
Location: Cedar Rapids Office Division: Cedar Rapids Phone: (319) 366-8267 Get in touch with meSkye joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2016 and is a Senior Staff Accountant in the Cedar Rapids office. Skye is responsible for responsible for individual, partnership and corporate tax return preparation. She also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities. In addition, she assists with payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
Skye has B.A. degrees in Accounting and Financial Planning. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, crocheting and shed hunting for deer antlers in the spring. She also likes to cheer for the Minnesota Vikings and the Duke basketball team.
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Amy Lamphier
Senior Staff Accountant
Location: Cedar Rapids Office Division: Cedar Rapids Phone: (319) 366-8267 Get in touch with meAmy joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2016 and is a Senior Staff Accountant in the Cedar Rapids office. Amy’s responsibilities include payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
Amy and her husband, Todd, have two children. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, spending time with family and camping. She likes to cheer for the Iowa Hawkeyes, but occasionally will cheer for the Cyclones as long as they are not playing the Hawkeyes.
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Terrye Pic
Administrative Services Professional
Location: Cedar Rapids Office Division: Cedar Rapids Phone: (319) 366-8267 Get in touch with meTerrye joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2008 and serves as an Administrative Services Professional in the Cedar Rapids office. She supports our firm with many administrative functions and is responsible for providing excellent service to our clients. She also helps provide our staff with computer support.
Outside of work, Terrye enjoys spending time with her husband, three grown children, one grandchild and two dogs. She volunteers at her church and has been on an Honor Flight with a Korean War veteran.
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Jordan Walt
Administrative Services Professional
Location: Cedar Rapids Office Division: Cedar Rapids Phone: (319) 366-8267 Get in touch with meJordan joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2020 and serves as an Administrative Services Professional in the Cedar Rapids office. She supports our firm with many administrative functions and is responsible for providing excellent service to our clients
Mason City Office
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Veronica Barrus
Senior Staff Accountant
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meVeronica joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2016 and serves as a Staff Accountant in the Mason City office. Her responsibilities also include payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
Veronica received an Associate’s degree in Business from North Iowa Area Community College and a B.A. degree in Accounting from the University of Phoenix. Veronica is married to her husband, Bo, and they have five kids – Hailey, Easton, Madison, Allison and Brody.
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Jeremia Bostrom
Staff Accountant
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meJeremia joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 and is a Tax/Audit Staff Accountant. He is responsible for individual, partnership and corporate tax return preparation. In addition, he also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities.
Jeremia graduated from St. Cloud State University with his B.S. degree in Accounting. In his free time he enjoys fishing and golf. He is also a Minnesota Sports Fan.
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Lisa Courter
Administrative Services Professional
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meLisa joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2017 and serves as an Administrative Services Professional in the Mason City office. She supports our firm with many administrative functions and is responsible for providing excellent service to our clients.
Lisa enjoys watching the Atlanta Braves, attending concerts and volunteers with The Forest City Young Professionals organization. She enjoys spending time with her dog and cat – Bella and Oliver
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Shannon Lerdal, CPA
Monthly Service Manager
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meShannon joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2010 and is the Monthly Service Manager for the Mason City office. Shannon is responsible for monitoring the work flow of the Monthly Service Department. She supervises the tax preparation and review process of individual, partnership and corporate tax returns. Shannon also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities.Shannon is responsible for key client relationships, working with a variety of clients and industries. In addition, Shannon assists clients with QuickBooks consulting.
Shannon graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. degree in Accounting. She is married to Todd and they have a daughter, Mathea. In her spare time, she enjoys cheering on the Iowa State Cyclones, UNI Panthers and Chicago Cubs.
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Lisa Golwitzer, CPA
Tax Manager
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meLisa joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2012 and is a Tax Manager in the Mason City office. She performs research on complex tax-related topics and is responsible for preparation and review of individual, partnership and corporate tax returns. She also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities.
Lisa graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. degree in Accounting. She has volunteered with the Mason City Jaycees and participates in the Iowa Society of Certified Public Accountants CPA’s Month of Service doing various volunteer projects. She is married to her husband, Ben, and they have three very spoiled cats. Lisa also enjoys cheering on the Chicago Cubs and UNI Panthers.
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Kristi Wick, CPA
Partner
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meKristi joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2006 and is a Partner with the firm in the Mason City office. Kristi also oversees the audit practice for several of the firm’s offices. Kristi is responsible for key client relationships, working with a variety of clients and industries. She is experienced in individual, partnership and corporate tax planning and preparation and audit services.
Kristi graduated with B.A. degrees in Accounting and Business Administration from Northwestern College and a Master of Professional Accountancy degree from the University of South Dakota. She serves on the council of her church as the treasurer. Kristi and her husband, Joe, enjoy spending time with their daughter, Lauren.
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Marlene Young, CPA
Senior Tax Manager
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meMarlene joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2015 after operating her own CPA firm in Forest City for many years. Marlene serves as a Senior Tax Manager in the Mason City office. She prepares and reviews complex tax returns and is also involved in tax and business planning/consulting.
Marlene attended Buena Vista University.. She has been married since 1978 and has two grown sons. She enjoys camping, boating and above all, spending time with her grandchildren.
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Peggy Boyll, CPA
Senior Audit and Tax Accountant
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with mePeggy joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2000 and is a Senior Audit and Tax Accountant with the firm, working remotely out of her home. Peggy is an experienced tax professional and assists with the preparation of individual, partnership and corporate tax returns. Peggy also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities.
Peggy graduated from DePauw University with a B.A. degree in Economics. She is married to Ron and they have two children, along with two very spoiled cats.
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Shawna Bornholdt, CPA
Audit Manager
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meShawna joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2008 and serves as an Audit Manager in the Mason City office. Shawna also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities. She is also an experienced tax professional, preparing complex individual, partnership and corporate tax returns.
Shawna graduated from the University of Iowa with B.A. degrees in Accounting and Finance. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, son and her Scottish Terrier. Their free time is spent camping or watching sports. She cheers for the Iowa Hawkeyes!
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Teresa Buffington, CPA
Senior Accountant
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meTeresa joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2010 and is Senior Accountant in the Mason City office. She performs payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients. Teresa also assists with individual, partnership and corporate tax return preparation.
Teresa received an Associate’s degree in Accounting from North Iowa Area Community College. She is married to Mark and they have three sons – Chad, Jason and Matt. In her free time, Teresa enjoys spending time with her family and cheering on the Minnesota Vikings, Minnesota Twins and Iowa Hawkeyes.
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Mike McCoy, CPA
Senior Tax Manager
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meMike joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2010 after operating his own CPA firm in the Mason City area for many years. Mike serves as a Senior Tax Manager for the firm, working out of the Mason City and Ames offices. He performs research on a variety of complex tax-related topics and reviews complex tax returns. Mike also is involved in tax and business planning, consulting and estate and financial planning.
Mike graduated from the University of Iowa with B.A. degrees in Accounting and Finance. He also has his Master of Business Taxation degree from the University of Minnesota. Mike is married to his wife, Sara, and they have three daughters and several grandchildren that keep them busy.
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Laura Monaghan, CPA
Partner
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meLaura joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2010 and is a Partner with the firm. Laura is responsible for key client relationships with a variety of clients and industries. Laura supervises the tax preparation and the review process of individual, partnership, corporate, fiduciary and nonprofit tax returns. She also performs tax planning and research for complex tax-related projects and specializes in tax credits.
Laura graduated from Grand View College with B.A. degrees in Accounting and Business Administration. She is married to her husband, Jeremy, and they have a two children. Laura is an Ambassador with the Mason City Chamber of Commerce and the Mason City Noon Lions Club. Outside of work, Laura enjoys spending time with her family.
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Jason Speer, CPA
Tax Manager
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meJason joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2010 and is a Tax Manager in the Mason City office. He performs research on a complex tax-related topics and is responsible for preparation and review of individual, partnership and corporate income tax returns. Jason also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for nonprofit organizations and commercial entities, specializing in employee benefit plans.
Jason is a graduate of the University of Iowa with a B.A. degree in Accounting. He enjoys cheering on the Iowa Hawkeyes and Chicago Cubs. Jason volunteers at the Hawkeye Harvest Food Bank
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Dennis Muyskens, CPA
Partner
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meDennis joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 1996 and is the Partner in charge of overseeing the operations of our northern offices. Dennis is also responsible for key client relationships, working with a variety of clients and industries. He is experienced in individual, partnership and corporate tax planning and preparation, audit services, business consulting, succession planning and wealth management services. Dennis plays a key role in firm expansion and growth efforts through business development and firm acquisitions.
Dennis graduated from Northwestern College with a B.A. degree in Accounting. Dennis is as a member of the Board of Directors of Youth for Christ and Northwoods Savings Bank. He is also actively involved with Grace Church. Dennis and his wife, Susan, have three daughters – Corrine, Emily and Hailey. They enjoy spending time at home with their three cats and cheering for the Dallas Cowboys, Minnesota Twins and Iowa Hawkeyes.
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Chelsea Eckenrod, CPA
Staff Accountant
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meChelsea joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 and is a Tax/Audit Staff Accountant. She is responsible for individual, partnership and corporate tax return preparation. In addition, he also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities
Chelsea graduated form the University of Northern Iowa with her B.A. degree in Accounting. She enjoys cheering on the Iowa Hawkeyes.
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Linsey Current
Senior Accountant
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meLinsey joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2015 and is Senior Accountant in the Mason City office. She is responsible for individual, partnership and corporate tax return preparation. In addition, she assists with payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
Linsey is a graduate of Central College with a B.A. degree in Business Management, with an emphasis in Marketing. She also has her Master of Business Administration degree (Accounting concentration) from American Public University. In her free time, Linsey volunteers for Rotary International, Forest City Young Professionals and is on the Puckerbrush Days Committee.
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Becky Dobel
Senior Accountant
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meBecky rejoined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2016 after previously working with the firm for 11 years. She is a Senior Accountant in the Mason City office. Her responsibilities include payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients. She also helps provide our staff with computer support.
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Joe Frank
Senior Accountant
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meJoe joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2015 and is a Senior Accountant in the Mason City office. His responsibilities include payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
Joe graduated from North Iowa Area Community College in Mason City. Outside of work, Joe enjoys spending time with his daughter and is an avid cycler.
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Laura Jacobsen
Administrative Services Professional
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meLaura joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2016 and serves as an Administrative Services Professional in the Mason City office. She supports our firm with many administrative functions and is responsible for providing excellent service to our clients.
Laura is a graduate of the University of St. Thomas with a B.A. degree in Journalism. She is married to her husband, Derek, and they have three children –Tyler, Katie and Hannah
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Austin Kain
Staff Accountant
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meAustin joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2020 is a Tax/Audit Staff Accountant. He is responsible for individual, partnership and corporate tax return preparation. In addition, he also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities.
Austin graduated from Iowa State University with a B.S. degree in Accounting and a Master's Degree in Taxation.
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Patti Kisner
Administrative Services Manager
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with mePatti joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2010 and is the Administrative Services Manager in the Mason City office. In her role, Patti oversees all of the administrative functions for the Mason City office, assuring the operations run smoothly.
Patti is a graduate of Hamilton Business College. Patti is married and has two children, Amber and Dylan. During her free time, she enjoys volunteering for the Hawkeye Food Bank and cheers for the Central Spring Panthers and UNI Panthers.
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Linda Olson
Senior Accountant
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meLinda joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2012 and is a Senior Accountant in the Mason City office. Her responsibilities include payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
Linda received an Associate’s degree in Accounting from Wake Technical Community College in Raleigh, North Carolina. She has two sons, who are both married, and two grandchildren.
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Deb Snook
Administrative Services Professional
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meDeb joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2015 and serves as an Administrative Services Professional in the Mason City office. She supports our firm with many administrative functions and is responsible for providing excellent service to our clients.
Deb received an Executive Secretary Associate’s degree from Hamilton Business College.
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Kristen Stockberger
Senior Staff Accountant
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meKristen joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 and serves as a Staff Accountant in the Mason City office. Her responsibilities also include payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
Kristen received an Associate’s degree in Accounting from Kaplan University. Kristen volunteers for St. Paul Lutheran Church Council and Jefferson Elementary School's PTO. In her free-time she also enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
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Jill Wagner
Administrative Services Professional
Location: Mason City Office Division: Mason City Phone: (641) 423-0574 Get in touch with meJill joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2015 and serves as an Administrative Services Professional in the Mason City office. She supports our firm with many administrative functions and is responsible for providing excellent service to our clients.
Jill graduated from Kirkwood Community College. Jill and her husband, Kyle, have two children Aspyn and Reid. Jill has volunteered for the North Iowa Chapter of MATHCOUNTS and has also participated in the Month of Service assisting organizations such as the Hawkeye Harvest Food Bank and Meals on Wheels
Waterloo Office
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Sue Becker
Administrative Services Manager and Network Administrator
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meSue joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 1982 and serves as the Firm Administrative Services Manager and Network Administrator. She works in the Waterloo office and oversees all administrative and computer network functions for the firm.
Sue received an Executive Secretary Associate’s degree from Hawkeye Institute of Technology. She and her husband, Greg, and have two grown children, Jeff and Elizabeth. Outside of work, Sue enjoys metal detecting on the family farm, searching for long-lost treasures.
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Damian Hurmence, CPA
Partner
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meDamian joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2003 and is a Partner with the firm. Damian is responsible for key client relationships, working with a variety of clients and industries. He is experienced in individual, partnership and corporate tax planning and preparation, as well as small business consulting.
Damian is a graduate of the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. degree in Accounting. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Alicia, and their dog, Gracie
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Brad Corley, CPA
Senior Audit and Tax Accountant
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meBrad joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2014 and is a Senior Audit and Tax Accountant in the Waterloo office. He is an experienced tax professional and assists with the preparation of individual, partnership and corporate income tax returns. Brad also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities.
Brad graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. degree in Accounting. He is married to his wife, Alicia, and they have three children.
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Eric Hanna, CPA
Tax Manager
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meEric joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2012 and is a Tax Manager in the Cedar Rapids office. He performs research on complex tax-related topics and is responsible for preparation and review of individual, partnership and corporate tax returns. Eric plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities.
Eric graduated from Coe College with B.A. degrees in Accounting and Business Administration. He is married to his high school sweetheart and they have two sons. In his spare time, he volunteers for his sons’ baseball teams and serves as Treasurer of the Marion Economic Development Company, a non-profit organization. During the summer he enjoys spending time at Lake Delhi.
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Traci Baker, CPA
Senior Staff Accountant
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meTraci joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2014 and is a Senior Staff Accountant in the Waterloo office. Her responsibilities include payroll processing, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients. She is also responsible for individual, partnership and corporate tax return preparation. In addition, she also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities.
Traci is a graduate of Briar Cliff University with B.A. degree in Accounting and Business Administration. Outside of work, Traci and her husband, David, enjoy the outdoors. They enjoy camping, hiking and canoeing together.
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Steven Duggan, CPA
Managing Partner
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meSteve is the firm’s Managing Partner and has been with Hogan - Hansen since 1994. He is responsible for the overall management of the firm in conjunction with the Board of Directors. Steve is also responsible for key client relationships, working with a variety of clients in many different industries. He is experienced in individual, partnership and corporate income tax planning and preparation, audit services, business consulting, succession planning and wealth management services. He particularly enjoys mentoring and training our staff to succeed in their careers.
Steve graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. degree in Accounting. In his spare time, Steve enjoys spending time outdoors fishing, boating and working in the yard. Steve and his wife, Renee, have three children – Maureen, Joe and Kyle.
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Anne Halbmaier, CPA
Tax Manager
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meAnne has been with the firm for over 25 years and is a Tax Manager in the Waterloo office. She performs research on a variety of tax-related topics and reviews corporate income tax returns. Anne also provides our staff with tax software support and training.
Anne is a graduate of the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. degree in Accounting. She is married to her husband, Rick, and they have three sons – Colin, Connor and Casey.
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Marcus Leth, CPA
Audit Manager
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meMarcus joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2011 and serves as an Audit Manager in the Waterloo office. He plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities. Marcus also is an experienced tax professional, preparing complex individual, partnership and corporate income tax returns.
Marcus graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with B.A. degrees in Accounting and Finance. In his spare time, Marcus likes to cheer on the Nebraska Cornhuskers and spends time with his miniature Australian Shepherd, Maggie.
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Julie Freese
Administrative Services Professional
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meJulie joined Hogan - Hansen in 2019 and serves as an Administrative Services Professional. She supports our firm with many administrative functions and is responsible for welcoming and assisting clients who visit our office.
Julie graduated from Hawkeye Community College Secretarial Course. In her free time she volunteers for Habitat for Humanity, My Waterloo Days and Cedar Valley Food Bank. She enjoys gardening, camping and crafts.
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Chris Gisleson
Senior Tax Accountant
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meChris joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2020 and is a Senior Tax Accountant in the Waterloo office. He is an experienced tax professional and assists with the preparation of individual, partnership and corporate tax returns.
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Diane Hanson
Corporate Controller
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meDiane joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2003 and is the Corporate Controller for the firm. She is responsible for the internal accounting functions of our firm, including payroll and financial statement preparation.
Diane has given back to her community by volunteering with the American Red Cross and in her church as a Sunday School teacher. She has two children and four step-children. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
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Josh Hinrichsen
Staff Accountant
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meJosh joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 is a Tax/Audit Staff Accountant. He is responsible for individual, partnership and corporate tax return preparation. In addition, he also plans and conducts audit, review and compilation engagements for local governments, nonprofit organizations and commercial entities.
Josh graduated from Iowa State University with a B.S. degree in Accounting and then continued by also completing his Master’s Degree in Accounting with an emphasis in taxation. In his free time he enjoys hiking and biking and cheering for the Iowa State Cyclones, Minnesota Vikings and the Detroit Red Wings.
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Denise Matthias
Staff Accountant
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meDenise joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2016 and serves as a Staff Accountant in the Waterloo office. Her responsibilities also include payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
Denise is a graduate of the University of Northern Iowa. She cheers for the Iowa Hawkeyes and enjoys spending time with Rick and her three children. Denise was born and raised in Cedar Falls and especially enjoys spending time outdoors, riding her bike, boating and traveling.
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Veronica Soria
Administrative Services Professional
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meVeronica joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2015 and serves as an Administrative Services Professional in the Waterloo office. She supports our firm with many administrative functions and is responsible for welcoming and assisting clients who visit our office.
Veronica attended the University of Northern Iowa. Outside of work, she enjoys volunteering for the Waterloo Bucks and Waterloo Black Hawks. She also sings the National Anthem at various sporting events.
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Ashley Stanley
Human Resource and Marketing Manager
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meAshley joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2017 and is the firm’s Human Resource and Marketing Manager. She coordinates the staffing needs for the firm, as well as manages all human resource functions. Ashley also directs the development and implementation of the firm’s marketing initiatives. In addition, she coordinates employee and client events.
Ashley graduated from Loras College with a B.A. degree in Marketing. Ashley is married to her husband, Kyle, and they have three children. Ashley enjoys volunteering for St. Patrick’s School as a homeroom parent.
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Courtney Tomkins
Staff Accountant
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meCourtney joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2019 and is a Staff Accountant in the Waterloo office. Her responsibilities include payroll services, payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.
Courtney graduated from Upper Iowa University with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her three boys and cheering on the Iowa Hawkeyes and New York Yankees.
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Lisa Wall
Partner
Location: Waterloo Office Division: Waterloo Phone: (319) 233-5225 Get in touch with meLisa joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 2002. She is a Partner with the firm and serves on the firm’s Board of Directors. In her role as Director of Wealth Management Services, Lisa focuses on business development, client service, and relationship management, as well as managing the day-to-day business activities for the wealth management practice. Lisa is an Investment Advisor Representative, a Registered Representative with Series 63, Series 65, and Series 7 licenses. Lisa also holds a life, health, and accident insurance license.
Lisa graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. degree in Finance. She is an active member of St. Edward’s Catholic Church and serves on the governing board for Cedar Valley Hospice. Outside of work, Lisa enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with her three children -- Mitchell, Emma and Thomas.