OUR CPA
TEAM
Improving the quality of life of our team, clients, and community.
Chris Chapman, CPA, CGMA
Manager & Business Advisor
A Higher Professional Purpose
Chris is skilled at finding the silver lining in any situation. Find yourself breathing a sigh of relief and leaving every meeting and phone call well informed. With 33 years of experience and a vast breadth of knowledge, clients enjoy straightforward advice and precise answers.
Have a genuine conversation about your business with Chris. As your business continues to grow, he collaborates with you to navigate the complexities of growing your business.
Background
Chris Chapman joined the firm in 2009 after working as a Controller at a heavy equipment parts supplier. He also worked in the agricultural industry as a Controller of an almond processing plant. Chris received his Certified Public Accountant license while working seven years at another local public accounting firm. He is currently the Tax Manager at The Garabedian Group and is responsible for training and making sure all staff is up to date with current changes in the income tax realm.
Community Involvement
Chris is on the finance committee and security team at CrossCity Christian Church. He also teaches self-defense and safety tactics to the women's ministry as well. He is active in many aspects of the children as well to support his wife in her position as the preschool director. Chris also volunteers at Ronald McDonald House Charities Of The Central Valley in their Meals from the Heart program.
Expertise
Business Advisory
Succession Planning
Family Business Support
Tax
Accounting
Income Tax Compliance
Tax Credit & Incentives
Financial Reporting
Accounting System Design
Industry
Multi-generational Family Business
Agriculture
Food Processing
Manufacturing and Distribution
Law Firms & Lawyers
Professional Service Firms
Fun Fact
Chris is a black belt and taught karate to children for a decade.
"Why are we different than other firms? We never tell our clients what they need. We talk to our clients and let them determine what they need in the end. We have simple conversations and get down to the real issues. Then we make suggestions. We encourage our clients to ask questions. When you take the time to have conversations with clients, you are building exceptional relationships that will last a lifetime. That is how we, at The Garabedian Group, are different from other firms." - Chris Chapman
