At Johnson, West & Co., PLC, we strive to obtain the accounting profession's most qualified tax and accounting professionals to meet the ever-changing needs of our diverse client base. Unparalleled in experience, our staff will provide you with the expertise required to meet all your needs. Ronald J. Carlson, CPA Member Ron has been with Johnson, West & Co. for nearly 40 years and has been a member since 1968. He is currently the leader of Johnson West's tax department and is responsible for the direction of the firm’s multi-disciplinary tax team and for keeping firm clients up-to-date on the latest tax issues. Keeping up with the nuances and intricacies of the ever changing tax codes is no small feat. Yet, Ron maintains expert knowledge on individual, corporate, partnership and LLC tax issues. Working from the perspective of the big picture, he helps clients make decisions today that reduce their tax liability tomorrow. Ron enjoys the opportunity and challenge of working together with his clients. He finds it very rewarding when he can provide ideas to help clients manage their businesses more efficiently and exploit tax opportunities. Whether his client wants to buy a company, minimize an income or estate tax burden, or design a strategy for growth, Ron finds ways to make it happen. He believes nothing beats earning a client's trust and respect on the way to helping them reach their goals. His Clients Include: - Individuals - Corporations - Partnerships - Closely Held Businesses - Limited Liability Companies - S Corporations - Estates and Trusts - Manufacturing Companies - Construction Companies Designations: - Certified Public Accountant Memberships/Involvement: - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants - Minnesota Society of CPAs - American Legion Education: - B.A., Macalester College Clifford S. Lozinski, CPA Member Cliff has been with Johnson, West & Co. for more than 30 years. Cliff is the senior member and managing partner of Johnson West. In addition to overseeing the firm’s administration and business development functions, he serves as a business advisor to various types of organizations, including privately held companies, family-owned businesses and not-for-profit organizations such as churches. His role as managing partner does not distract Cliff from his true passion, serving the firm’s clients at the highest possible level. Cliff joined Johnson West in 1973. He has worked in all areas of the firm, which has allowed him to develop expertise in a number of service areas. Cliff’s clients appreciate his common-sense advice and comprehensive business knowledge. Many of Cliff’s clients have worked with him since the inception of their businesses and view him as a key part of their team. He is dedicated to adding value to every relationship by ensuring his clients receive proactive management and operational advice that continues to go beyond what you might expect from a traditional CPA. Designations: - Certified Public Accountant Areas of Expertise: - Assurance - Church Audit - Tax Planning & Preparation - Forecasting - Strategic Planning - Financing   Steven E. Miller, CPA Member Steve has been a committed part of Johnson, West & Co. for nearly 30 years and offers his clients the same steadfast commitment. He understands that a committed relationship requires the willingness to go the extra mile. Steve does whatever it takes to assist his clients in achieving their personal and professional goals. Steve provides assurance, accounting, tax and business consulting services to a variety of commercial and not-for-profit clients. Commercial Clients: - Construction - Manufacturing - Wholesale - Retail - Professional Services - Transportation - Family-Owned Businesses Not-for-Profit Clients: - Health and Welfare Organizations - Sheltered Workshops - Associations - HUD/MHFA Projects - OMB Circular A-133 Audits - Charitable Gambling - Religious Organizations Designations: - Certified Public Accountant   Cory M. Parnell, CPA Managing Member Cory is a valued member at Johnson, West & Co. who serves as a management advisor to growing companies in the Twin Cities area. Cory’s experience in both public accounting and private industry provides business owners with a broad perspective on how to strengthen their personal and business financial positions. Cory serves as an outsourced CFO and advisor to clients in the industries of manufacturing, services, retail, and distribution. Designations: - Certified Public Accountant Areas of Expertise: - Mergers and Acquisitions - Systems Analysis - Cash Management/Treasury - Bank Financing - Audit Procedures - Budgeting/Forecasting - Personal & Corporate Taxes - Management   Kathryn J. Sloper, CPA Member Kathy provides accounting and tax services to Johnson, West & Company's closely held business clients. With nearly 30 years of accounting experience, she provides expert service to her clients. Kathy’s specializes in providing professional excellence and a personal touch to client relationships. She is committed to understanding and listening to her clients’ needs and concerns and uncovering their personal and professional goals. She customizes Johnson West's broad service offerings to best meet her clients’ needs. Her Clients Include: - Construction - Hospitality - Wholesale/Distribution - Manufacturing - Retail Designations: - Certified Public Accountant Areas of Expertise: - Compiled and Reviewed Financial Statements - Tax Consulting and Preparation - Payroll Tax Consulting - Accounting Services and System Design Daniel J. St. Martin, CPA Member Dan joined Johnson, West & Co. in 1976. As a member of the firm, Dan is active in many of the firm’s accounting and tax service areas. He serves as a business advisor to various types of organizations, including manufacturing companies, professional services firms, hospitality entities, wholesale trade businesses and others. He also provides specialized services in relation to family-owned businesses and Employee Stock Ownership Plans. Dan works closely with fellow members at Johnson West to ensure clients' needs are being met with the highest level of expertise and efficiency. His Service Offerings Include: - Assurance – Audit, Review and Compilation - Tax Planning and Compliance - Financial Planning - Business Management Consulting - Family Business Consulting - Estate Planning Designations: - Certified Public Accountant Memberships/Involvement - American Institute of CPAs - Minnesota Society of CPA - American Institute of CPAs Financial Planning Division     Scott L. Nordeen, CPA Manager Scott is a manager at Johnson, West & Co. with more than 10 years of experience. Prior to joining Johnson West in 1994, Scott worked for a CPA firm in northern Minnesota, where he worked on assurance engagements for school districts and non-profit entities. Scott's specialty is providing financial reporting and consulting services to closely held businesses with revenues from $3 million to $60 million. As a trusted business advisor, Scott assists clients in running their businesses more efficiently and maintaining a competitive advantage. When working with clients, Scott makes his clients’ success his top priority. He likes to treat his clients’ businesses as if they were his own and consistently looks for ways to add value to client relationships. Scott’s value-added service offerings include valuation services and assistance with ownership transition issues, such as ESOPs and family-owned business issues. His Clients Include: - Construction - Manufacturing - Wholesale - Retail - Professional Services Designations: - Certified Public Accountant Memberships/Involvement - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants - Minnesota Society of Certified Public Accountants - United Way, Emerging Leaders Program - Regional and local Jaycee Chapters, Awarded “Jaycee of the Year” Education - B.A., University of Minnesota, Duluth