Our Staff

Kristy joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2024 and serves as a Staff 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.

Kristy graduated from North Iowa Area Community College with an A.A. degree in Retail Management. Kristy is active in her church as well as the Franklin County Fair.

Outside of her professional and volunteer responsibilities, Kristy enjoys spending time with her husband Matt, and son, daughter-in-law, and granddaughter. She also enjoys cheering on the Iowa State Cyclones.

Megan joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2022 and serves as an Administrative Services Professional in the Mason City office. She supports the firm through a variety of administrative tasks, helping ensure efficient operations and providing strong client service.

Megan graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. in Speech Pathology. She volunteers in various school activities and served on the high school’s Band board for several years.

Outside of her professional and volunteer responsibilities, Megan enjoys time with her husband Ken and their four children, along with their cats. She also enjoys modern calligraphy lettering, crafting cards, and family vacations in the mountains.

Veronica joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2016 and serves as 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.

Veronica graduated from North Iowa Area Community College and the University of Phoenix.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Veronica enjoys spending time with her son, Brody. She also enjoys reading, hiking, and cheering for the Iowa State Cyclones and Green Bay Packers.

Linsey joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2015 and serves as a Manager in the Mason City office. She is responsible for individual, partnership, and corporation 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 graduated from Central College with a B.A. in Business Management, with an emphasis in Marketing, and from American Public University with a M.B.A. Linsey volunteers with Rotary International, Forest City Young Professionals, and serves on the Puckerbrush Days Committee.

Becky rejoined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2016 after previously working with the firm for eleven years. She serves as 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.

Chelsea joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2019 and serves as a Manager in the Mason City office. Her responsibilities include reviewing individual tax returns, preparing corporation tax returns, audits, and financial statement review.

Chelsea graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. in Accounting.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Chelsea cheers for the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Devan joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2021 and serves as a Staff 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.

Devan graduated from Hamilton Business College with an A.A. in Accounting.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Devan enjoys time with her husband and two daughters. She also enjoys outdoor activities and traveling.

Laura joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2016 and serves as an Administrative Services Professional in the Mason City office. She supports the firm through a variety of administrative tasks, helping ensure efficient operations and providing strong client service.

Laura graduated from the University of St. Thomas with a B.A. in Public Relations and Journalism. She supports community organizations including Youth for Christ.

Outside of her professional and volunteer responsibilities, Laura enjoys time with her husband Derek, their three children, and their dog, Badger. She also enjoys reading, cooking, and fall home decorating, as well as cheering on the Green Bay Packers.

Patti joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2010 and serves as the Administrative Services Manager in the Mason City office. Her responsibilities include overseeing administrative operations and billing procedures.

Patti graduated from Hamilton Business College.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Patti enjoys time with her husband John, their two married children and families, including two granddaughters. She also enjoys camping, boating, and fishing, as well as cheering on the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Karen joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2025 and serves as a Manager in the Mason City office. Her responsibilities include tax planning, preparation, and review, along with managing complex bookkeeping tasks.

Karen graduated from Buena Vista University with a B.A. in Accounting. She has served on the parish and finance councils at Epiphany Parish, the finance committee at Newman Catholic Schools, the Mason City Chamber of Commerce, as well as participating in career day presentations for North Iowa Area Community College and assisting with United Way fundraising campaigns. Currently she serves as a Eucharistic minister at Epiphany Parish.

Outside of her professional and volunteer responsibilities, Karen enjoys time with her husband Jon, and their grown son Tommy. She also enjoys golf, hiking, and traveling, as well as cheering on the Minnesota Vikings, Iowa Hawkeyes, and the Iowa State Cyclones.

Shannon joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2010 and serves as a Manager in the Mason City office. Her responsibilities include preparation of individual and corporation tax returns, audit work, and consulting, particularly in QuickBooks and general bookkeeping.

Shannon graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. in Accounting. She serves as Treasurer for Stebens Children’s Theatre, the Mason City High School Choral Music Guild, and St. James Lutheran Church, where she also teaches Sunday School and volunteers with other youth activities.

Outside of her professional and volunteer responsibilities, Shannon enjoys time with her husband Todd, their daughter Mathea, and their three cats. She also enjoys reading, crafting, playing games, and cheering on the Iowa State Cyclones and the San Francisco 49ers.

Laura joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2010 and serves as a Partner with the firm. She oversees complex individual, partnership, corporate, fiduciary, and non-profit tax returns, with a particular focus on trusts and estates. She also provides strategic tax planning.

Laura graduated from Grand View College.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Laura enjoys time with her husband Jeremy and their two children. She supports her children’s school activities, and also enjoys reading, cooking, volunteering, and staying active.

Dennis joined Hogan - Hansen, P.C. in 1996 and serves as a Senior Manager, previously a partner in the firm for over 25 years. His responsibilities include individual, partnership and corporate tax planning and preparation, audit services, business consulting, succession planning and wealth management.

Dennis graduated from Northwestern College with a B.A. in Accounting. He serves on the Board of Directors for OneVision and Northwoods Savings Bank, and is also actively involved in Grace Church.

Outside of his professional and volunteer responsibilities, Dennis enjoys time with his wife Susan, their three daughters and their families, including six grandchildren. He also enjoys traveling and cheering for the Dallas Cowboys, Minnesota Twins, and Iowa Hawkeyes.

Marjean joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2024 and serves as a Senior Accountant in the Mason City office. She is responsible for individual, partnership, and corporation tax return preparation.

Marjean graduated from Buena Vista University. She volunteers at her church and at her children’s school.

Outside of her professional and volunteer responsibilities, Marjean enjoys time with her husband and their three children.

Lori joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2025 and serves as 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, as well as individual and corporation tax return preparation.

Lori graduated from the American Institute of Business with an A.A. degree, and a B.A. in Accounting from Buena Vista University.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Lori enjoys gardening, sewing, and outdoor activities.

Jenni joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2022 and serves as an Administrative Services Professional in the Mason City office. She supports the firm through a variety of administrative tasks, helping ensure efficient operations and providing strong client service.

Jenni graduated from Seattle Pacific University with a B.A. in Psychology. She serves as an officer in her P.E.O. chapter, and volunteers at her church.

Outside of her professional and volunteer responsibilities, Jenni enjoys time with her husband Jon, and their four children and their families, including one granddaughter. She also enjoys reading, cooking, walking, playing clarinet in several community bands, and traveling.

Conner joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2026 and serves as a Staff Accountant in the Mason City office. He is responsible for individual, partnership, and corporation tax return preparation.

Conner graduated from Wartburg College with a B.A. in Accounting and Business Administration. He serves as a youth group and small group leader at Crosspoint Church in Waverly.

Outside of his professional and volunteer responsibilities, Conner enjoys running and is the new Assistant Cross Country coach at Clear Lake High School.

Farisa joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2024 and serves as a Staff 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.

Farisa graduated from North Iowa Area Community College with an A.S. in Business and Accounting. She serves with Meals on Wheels as a volunteer.

Outside of her professional and volunteer responsibilities, Farisa enjoys time with her husband and their two daughters. She also enjoys biking and traveling.

Jason joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2010 and serves as a Manager in the Mason City office. His responsibilities include research on complex tax-related topics, preparation and review of individual, partnership, and corporate income tax returns, as well as planning and conducting audit, review, and compilation engagements for non-profit organizations and commercial entities, specializing in employee benefit plans.

Jason graduated from the University of Iowa with a B.A. in Accounting. He serves as a volunteer at Hawkeye Harvest Food Bank.

Outside of his professional and volunteer responsibilities, Jason enjoys cheering on the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Chicago Cubs.

Kristen joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2019 and serves as a Senior Accountant in the Mason City office. Her responsibilities include individual, partnership, and corporation income tax return preparation, as well as payroll tax reporting, financial statement preparation, bookkeeping and audit assistance.

Kristen graduated from Kaplan University with an A.A. in Accounting. Kristen volunteers with Rotary International, serves as Treasurer for the Mason City Schools Instrumental Music Boosters, and also serves on the St. Paul Lutheran Church Council.

Outside of her professional and volunteer responsibilities, Kristen enjoys time with her family and traveling.

Quentin joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2020 and serves as a Staff Accountant in the Mason City office. His responsibilities include individual and corporation tax return preparation.

Quentin graduated from Simpson College with a B.A. in Economics and from Drake University with a M.A. in Financial Management.

Outside of his professional responsibilities, Quentin enjoys time with his wife, their two children and their dog. He also enjoys cheering for the San Francisco 49ers and watching Formula 1 racing.

Ghandy joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2022 and serves as a Staff 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, as well as individual, partnership, and corporate tax return preparation.

Ghandy graduated from Western Iowa Tech Community College with an A.A.S. in Accounting.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Ghandy enjoys time with her family. She also enjoys photography, playing video games, and outdoor activities with her three children.

Haley joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2023 and serves as a Manager in the Mason City office. Her responsibilities include individual, corporation, trust, and estate income tax returns, as well as compilations, assurance, and audit engagements.

Haley graduated from Northwestern College with a B.A. in Accounting and a B.S. in Biology-Health Professions.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Haley enjoys time with her husband Ryan and their two daughters, along with their pets. She also loves being outdoors and cheering on the Iowa Hawkeyes, Indiana Fever, and Minnesota Lynx.

Jill joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2015 and serves as a Staff Accountant in the Mason City office.

Her responsibilities include payroll services, payroll tax reporting, and bookkeeping services for a variety of clients.

Jill graduated from Kirkwood Community College with an A.A.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Jill enjoys spending time with her three children and their dog. She also enjoys reading, walking, and golfing.

Kristi joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2006 and serves as a Partner with the firm. Her responsibilities include overseeing the audit practice, as well as individual, partnership and corporate tax preparation.

Kristi graduated from Northwestern College with B.A. degrees in Accounting and Business Administration and from the University of South Dakota with a Master of Professional Accountancy degree. She serves as Treasurer for the Clear Lake Kiwanis Club, and as council member and Treasurer for First Congregational Church of Clear Lake.

Outside of her professional and volunteer responsibilities, Kristi enjoys spending time with her husband Joe, their two children, and their dog, Daisy. She also enjoys supporting her children’s activities, and cheering on the Minnesota Vikings, Minnesota Lynx, Iowa Hawkeye basketball, UConn women’s basketball, and the Clear Lake Lions.

Marlene joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2015 after operating her own CPA firm in Forest City for many years. She serves as a Senior Manager in the Mason City office. Her responsibilities include preparation and review of individual and corporation income tax returns, with a particular focus on farmers.

Marlene graduated from North Iowa Area Community College with an A.A. degree, and also attended Buena Vista College.

Outside of her professional responsibilities, Marlene enjoys spending time with her husband, their two sons, daughter-in-law, and four grandchildren. She also enjoys camping, boating, and playing pickleball, as well as cheering on the Iowa State Cyclones and the Dallas Cowboys.

Carrie joined Hogan-Hansen, P.C. in 2019, and serves as an Administrative Services Professional in the Mason City office. She supports the firm through a variety of administrative tasks, helping ensure efficient operations and providing strong client service.

Carrie graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. in Communications and minor in Leadership Studies. She volunteers regularly at church and community events, and has led youth groups for more than fifteen years.

Outside of her professional and volunteer responsibilities, Carrie enjoys spending time with her husband Bill, their three daughters, and their two dogs. She also enjoys beekeeping, home improvement projects, and spending time outdoors.