Our Partners

Meet the Partners at Van Wensem, Eakins and George, CGAs :

George Van Wensem, CGA, CPA
 George is an entrepreneur at heart, having had experience operating his own business before obtaining his CGA credentials. George is devoted to serving his clients with the keen balance of solid technical skills and planning tools, a clear understanding of business practices and the ability to take your vision and make it his own.

Areas of focus:
• Corporate and individual Canadian taxation, business planning and consulting
• Canada / United States cross-border taxation
• Quickbooks software installation and support

Credentials:
• 1986: Graduate, Business Management, Capilano College, North Vancouver
• 1988: Certified General Accountant, British Columbia and Canada
• 1999: Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor
• 2005: Certified Public Accountant, North Dakota

Karen Eakins, CGA
 

Karen believes that personal service is vital to the ongoing success of each client. She has considerable experience in business, estate, trust and personal taxation, and in advising owners of small to medium sized businesses. Her dedication to building long-term relationships is clear from the first time you meet her, as she takes an active role working with her clients to uncover areas for savings and wealth creation – helping each to achieve their goals.

Areas of focus:
• Corporate and individual Canadian taxation, business planning and consulting
• Estates and Trust taxation
• Corporate Re-organizations

Credentials:
• 1990: Certified General Accountant, British Columbia and Canada

Anne George, CGA
 
You will find Anne’s friendly nature and distinctive English accent makes you feel at home straight away. With many years of experience in industry and public practice, Anne has fine-tuned her skills in planning, finance, accounting, taxation, and information technology. She takes special care with each client to provide the one-on-one level of service it takes to fully understand each aspect of your business, and is Van Wensem, Eakins & George’s partner in charge of information systems and computer accounting. Anne is currently finalizing her studies towards earning the designation of Chartered Business Valuator.

Areas of focus:
• Corporate and individual Canadian taxation, business planning and consulting
• Computer technology
• Business Valuations
• Estates and Trust taxation

Credentials:
• 1992: Certified General Accountant, British Columbia and Canada
• 1999: Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor