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Daniel J. Gatto, CPA

Daniel J. Gatto, CPA

Founding partner, teacher, community activist

Twenty-five years after launching his own accounting firm, Dan Gatto remains actively involved as the group's senior tax specialist. Dan concentrates his expertise on real estate taxation, estate planning, trust administration, flow-through entities and related services. He also works with many high-net-worth clients, advising and guiding them on wealth-accumulation management.

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His broad-based experience in all facets of public accounting includes income tax examinations, as well as business planning and analysis, establishing complex accounting procedures and controls, assisting with business purchase and sale, and teaching real estate taxation at the University of San Diego.

Committed to giving back to his community, Dan serves on the finance committee for the San Diego Community Foundation, on the board of directors for the UCSD Cancer Center and with the University of San Diego Family Business Forum.

Professional affiliations and memberships

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • California Society of Certified Public Accountants

Dan's leisure time is spent playing golf, swimming, traveling and enjoying his family, which includes his wife, Stacy, and their children, Nick and Kim.

dang@gpwcpas.com

(619) 308-8804

 

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Charles R. Pope, CPA

Charles R. Pope, CPA

Tax expert who guides many professional athletes

Charlie Pope joined Dan Gatto in 1985, adding his public accounting strengths to the firm's roster. Charlie's proficiencies cover every area of the field, but he is especially skilled in tax planning and compliance; business consulting and planning; wealth-accumulation management; and audits, reviews and compilations. He has also developed a special niche with professional athlete multistate taxation.

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Professional affiliations and memberships

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • California Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • San Diego County Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • San Diego Chamber of Commerce
  • Scripps Hospital Advisory Board

Away from the office, Charlie enjoys yoga, skiing, tennis and spending time with his wife Margaret and their three sons, Charlie, Bryce and Michael.

charliep@gpwcpas.com

(619) 308-8805

 

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Kirk A. Walwick, CPA

Kirk A. Walwick, CPA

International tax consultant, community leader

In 1993 Kirk Walwick left his position as tax manager with Ernst & Young to become a professional staff accountant at Gatto Pope. Four years later, Kirk became the firm's third partner.

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With 23 years in the field and substantial experience in tax accounting, including his stint at the firm of Ernst & Young, Kirk focuses his work today on tax research, planning and compliance, international tax consulting, and the implementation, coordination and administration of expatriate programs and policies. Accounting services, such as audits, reviews and compilations, and general business consulting, are part of Kirk's work, as well.

Kirk has served on the management advisory board of The Salvation Army's Sierra Del Mar division since 1998. He is also chairman of The Salvation Army's financial committee and treasurer of its executive committee. In 2006, Kirk was nominated for membership in the Executive's Association of San Diego, an organization that began in the early 1920s and continues as a network of the city's top business leaders. Kirk's prior community involvement includes serving on the boards of the Rancho Family YMCA and the Deer Canyon Foundation, and participating on both groups' finance committees.

Professional affiliations and memberships

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • California Society of Certified Public Accountants

A native San Diegan, born and raised in Oceanside, and a graduate of San Diego State University, Kirk's hobbies include surfing, skiing, playing golf and softball, and traveling with his wife, Sheila, and their children, Chad, Cody and Kendall.

kirkw@gpwcpas.com

(619) 308-8809

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Thomas J. McFadden, CPA

Thomas J. McFadden, CPA

Construction and stock-option specialist

Gatto, Pope & Walwick is Tom McFadden’s third accounting company. He began with a local San Diego tax practitioner after graduating from San Diego State University, went on to work for a major national firm for over five years, and joined GPW in 1998 as a tax specialist. In 2005, Tom became the firm’s fourth partner.

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Tom offers clients in the construction field extensive accounting and tax experience. His areas of expertise include real estate, professional service providers and retailers. He is knowledgeable and experienced, as well, with the tax consequences of and planning required for stock-option transactions.

For several years, Tom has been president of the Sunset Hills Education Foundation, an organization that provides financial assistance for the education of children at Sunset Hills Elementary School.

Professional affiliations and memberships

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • California Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • Construction Financial Management Association
  • American Subcontractors Association
  • The Surety Association of San Diego

Away from the office, Tom enjoys time with his family – his wife, Theresa, and children, Joseph, Jennifer, Jessica and Michelle – along with working around his house and playing softball, racquetball and golf.

tomm@gpwcpas.com

(619) 308-8823

 

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Mark C. Butler, CPA

Mark C. Butler, CPA

Well-versed in trust and individual tax issues

With more than fifteen years of public accounting experience, Mark Butler brings an extensive background in individual, trust, estate, real estate and business taxation issues to GPW.  His broad-based experience enables him to effectively serve clients ranging from individuals to private and corporate fiduciaries, trust and estate attorneys, small-to-medium sized businesses, and high-net worth families.

 

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Mark's experience in tax and accounting issues involving partnerships, limited liability companies, S corporations and C corporations has made him a valuable resource for start-up enterprises and established businesses alike, while his command of the taxation issues related to complex property transactions has allowed him to serve as a valuable resource for individuals and organizations with large real estate holdings.

Mark earned his bachelor's degree in business administration with a specialty in accounting from San Diego State University, and he stays abreast of changes to federal and state income tax codes through both continuing education and private study. 

Professional affiliations and memberships

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • California Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • Association for Corporate Growth
  • La Jolla Estate Planning Association
  • San Diego County Bar Association Estate-Planning Trust and Probate Law Section

Away from the office, Mark enjoys hiking, playing tennis, traveling, reading and going to Disneyland with his wife, Kelly, and their two children.

markb@gpwcpas.com

(619) 308-8828

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The Firm's Managers

Kimberley J. Doudna, CPA

Kimberley J. Doudna, CPA

Extensive real estate and fiduciary experience

Kim Doudna joined the GPW management team in January 2009.  Kim has spent the majority of her career working for local CPA firms, advising closely held businesses and high net worth individuals with their tax and accounting issues.  She has extensive experience working with real estate taxation and in the area of estates and trusts.  Kim received her B.A. in Economics from UCLA in 1988.  She is currently pursuing a masters degree in taxation with Golden Gate University.

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While away from the office, Kim and her husband, Tim, are busy parents of 3 teenagers.  She and her family enjoy camping at local beaches and visiting national parks.

Professional affiliations and memberships:

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

California Society of Certified Public Accountants

kimd@gpwcpas.com

 

(619) 330-1565

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Brian J. Franczak, CPA

Brian J. Franczak, CPA

Tax generalist and accounting veteran

As a tax manager, Brian provides general accounting and tax services to a diversified client base including individuals, corporations, partnerships and limited liability companies.  Prior to joining the firm in 1997, Brian served as an audit supervisor in a local public accounting firm.  He also worked as a business manager and as an assistant controller in the private sector.

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Brian works with clients in a number of industries, including professional services, manufacturing, construction and real estate.

Professional affiliations and memberships

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • California Society of Certified Public Accountants

Outside of work, Brian enjoys participating in a variety of sports and playing on the beach with his wife Sara and their son, Triton.

brianf@gpwcpas.com

(619) 308-8817

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Brent L. Gastineau, CPA

Brent L. Gastineau, CPA

Individual, partnership and corporate tax pro

Brent worked for a local CPA company for a year and a half gaining audit experience before he came to GPW in 2002 as a tax accountant. During his tenure with the firm, Brent has worked extensively in the areas of individual, partnership and corporate taxation.

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Professional affiliations and memberships

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • California Society of Certified Public Accountants

When he's not involved in the world of taxes, Brent's hobbies include playing the guitar and piano, running, sports and spending time with his friends.

brentg@gpwcpas.com

(619) 308-8807

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Andy Goodman, CPA

Andy Goodman, CPA

Unique experience in HR and tax operations

Andy joined Gatto, Pope & Walwick in January 2008 as their first-ever Firm Administrator.  Andy started his career as an auditor with Ernst & Young LLP in New York City.  For ten years prior to joining GPW, Andy worked as the Assistant Director of Human Resources and Tax Operations Director at Anchin LLP in New York. 

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Andy's experience with performance management, recruiting, work-flow productivity and training administration helped Anchin's staff grow from 150 to more than 350 and helped the company become recognized as one of the best public accounting firms in the country in 2007, as well as one of the 30 best companies to work for in New York the same year.

Professional affiliations and memberships

  • Association for Accounting Administration
  • National Society for Human Resource Management
  • San Diego Society for Human Resource Management
  • SPHR – Senior Professional in Human Resources

A born-and-bred New Yorker, Andy continues to enjoy San Diego's warm weather and beautiful beaches, which give him greater access to many of his favorite outdoor activities, including running, biking, swimming and golf.

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Lynn Goodridge, CPA

Lynn Goodridge, CPA

Tax planning and preparation specialist

Lynn Goodridge came to the firm early in 2008 as a tax manager and public accounting veteran. Prior to joining Gatto, Pope & Walwick she had been with a "Big Four" CPA firm for seven years, with a local CPA firm for three years, and she also managed her own tax practice for five years.

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Lynn is well-versed in a range of accounting services, specifically tax planning and tax preparation related to individuals, partnerships and corporations.

Professional affiliations and memberships

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • California Society of Certified Public Accountants

When Lynn isn't working, she and her husband Jim are busy with their five boys and never-ending sports events.

lynng@gpwcpas.com

(619) 308-8836

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Stacey L. Nakahara, CPA

Stacey L. Nakahara, CPA

Focus in real estate transactions and estates

Stacey Nakahara came on staff in 1994 after working as a staff accountant at a local CPA firm for three years. She has established herself as a specialist in real estate transactions and estate taxation, and manages client taxation and accounting needs. She is also experienced in income tax planning, and tax research and preparation for individuals, fiduciaries, partnerships, corporations and estates. Stacey's accounting capabilities include compilations, reviews and audits, general business-advisory services and computerized accounting-system consulting.

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Professional affiliations and memberships

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • California Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • Board of Directors Info Line of San Diego County DBA 2-1-1 San Diego
  • Executives' Association of San Diego

When Stacey isn't spending time with her husband, Larry, and their children, Emma, Sarah and Nathan, she is usually playing volleyball, softball or tennis.

staceyn@gpwcpas.com

(619) 308-8816

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Jack R. Petralia, CPA

Jack R. Petralia, CPA

Accounting veteran and published writer

A practicing public accountant since 1988, Jack Petralia came to GPW in 2004. He is a seasoned veteran of the accounting world with many years experience in income tax research, planning and compliance; accounting services in connection with audits, reviews, compilations, procedures and controls; and business consulting concerning planning and analysis. His expertise also includes tax and accounting services related to real estate development, construction and leasing, manufacturing, high tech, restaurants, legal and professional services, and trust and estate planning.

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Jack has written for a variety of professional tax publications. Prior to joining the firm, he worked for three local CPA companies.

Professional affiliations and memberships

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

jackp@gpwcpas.com

(619) 308-8830

 

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Greg Sallee, CPA

Greg Sallee, CPA

Directs the operation of our assurance services

Greg Sallee joined the firm in 1997 and currently oversees the firm's assurance services.  He has performed a range of accounting, tax and audit services for numerous small and mid-sized companies. His experience also includes attest services (audit/review/compilation) in several industries, including construction, escrow and title, service, retail and 401(k) audits. Greg is proficient, too, in individual and corporate income tax preparation, GAAP research, general business services and computerized accounting-system consulting.

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Prior to Gatto Pope, Greg worked at Ernst & Young as a staff accountant on public company audits and at a local CPA firm in the audit department.

Greg is a member of the Bonita Valley Community Church Council and gives back to his community through the church's outreach programs.

Professional affiliations and memberships

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • California Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • American Subcontractor Association
  • Construction Financial Management Association
  • The Surety Association of San Diego
  • USD Family Business Forum

Greg and his wife Rachel have two sons, Ronnie and Jacob, and a daughter, Rylee. His favorite pastimes include outdoor activities, like camping and hiking, along with playing sports, especially football, softball and basketball.

gregs@gpwcpas.com

(619) 308-8814

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William F. Sheridan, CPA

William F. Sheridan, CPA

Senior manager

Bill Sheridan became a certified public accountant in 1981, and he offers Gatto, Pope & Walwick clients more than 25 years combined income tax and accounting experience in a wide range of industries.  He also has experience in tax compliance reporting both inbound and outbound foreign investments. 

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Bill’s other experience includes successful completion of education and testing in the areas of financial planning and business valuation.  He values small and medium sized businesses in connection with sale and purchase transactions, and he has advised individuals regarding planning and reporting related to estate and gift transfers of their business interests.

Bill has testified as an expert in accounting and business valuation matters in San Diego Superior Court, the American Arbitration Association and Judicial Arbitration Mediation Services. In the past he also participated as a San Diego Superior Court-appointed mediator in the Alternative Dispute Resolution Program.

Professional affiliations and memberships

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • California Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • American Society of Appraisers
  • Institute of Business Appraisers

bills@gpwcpas.com

(619) 308-8810

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To view a complete listing of firm employees, click here

Supervisors

Bobby Benavente, CPA (January, 2006)
Andi Keesling, CPA (June, 2005)
Cindy Musser, CPA (August, 2003)
Jeremy Nichols, CPA (November 2009)
Keri Williams, CPA (October, 2004)

Professional Staff

Emily Dear (September, 2008)
Eric Gregg, CPA (January, 2007)
Yuko Hori, CPA (August, 2007)
Rachel Kelly, CPA (January, 2007)
Kristen Montan (September, 2006)
Maria Perry, CPA (August 2009)
Edris Shah, CPA (September, 2007)
Debbie Turner (February, 2001)
Gail Warrick (November, 2004)

Information Technology

Jeff Ott (January, 2001)
David Packer (February, 2004)

Administrative Staff

Andrew Bolinger (October, 2009)
Jeri Ceballos (November, 2001)
Holly Garwick (August, 2005)
Patti Gentes (December, 2006)
Dorothy Humphreys (September, 2006)
Meme Stewart (May, 2006)

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