Wayne J. Ryan

Chief Executive Officer
CPA, CA

Wayne joined Allied Associates LLP in 1992 assuming the position of Tax Manager. He was raised on the family farm near Dublin, Ontario, and graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University and then obtained his Chartered Professional Accountant Designation. Wayne currently holds the position of Chief Executive Officer. Wayne is responsible for guiding clients and Allied staff through the development and implementation of action plans addressing changes to their businesses involving business expansion, succession, reorganization and divesture. He also provides review engagement assurance services to businesses with external reporting requirements. Wayne’s style emphasizes quick, efficient, common sense solutions that can be generated and discussed in a sincere and understandable manner. Wayne has been a member of the Canadian Association of Farm Business Advisors since its inception and is a past President of the London Chapter of CAFA.

Client Testimonials:

“We have been with Wayne Ryan of Allied Associates for over 20 years. Their impeccable service and specialized knowledge of farming and agriculture lets us know we are in good hands in our ability to make wise financial decisions and continue to grow in our farming operations.”  — Matt Klaver, Kippen, ON

Debbie Loiselle

Senior Manager
CFP®

Debbie joined Allied Associates LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants, in 1990, after graduating from Fanshawe College. She now holds the position of Senior Manager of Business Advisory Services. She obtained her Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation in 1997. In 2002, she was a founding director of the Canadian Institute of Financial Planners. Debbie has taken courses in Alternative Dispute Resolution and has completed the Family Business Advisor Certificate Program at the Conrad Grebel College, University of Waterloo. Debbie has accumulated over 25 years of experience in the agricultural sector. She is a member of CAFA and an affiliate member of STEP Canada. She is an excellent source of support and knowledge for clients and staff in the area of farm business planning including transition and estate planning.

Debbie received the TEP designation in early 2022. TEP stands for Trust and Estate Practitioner and is the designation given to full members of STEP Canada. STEP is a global professional body, comprised of lawyers, accountants and financial advisors that help families plan for their future. To become a TEP, practitioners must have a combination of specialist qualifications and experience, including involvement at a specialist level with inheritance and succession planning. TEPs are internationally recognized as experts in their field. Debbie is grateful for the support of Allied in her pursuit of her continuing education to be better equipped to help our clients through difficult transitions.

Client Testimonials:

“For over a decade, Debbie has provided me with valuable tax and accounting services. She understands my operation and the complicated issues facing farm business owners. She is a valued business partner and trusted advisor.” — Dennis Brown, DLB Farms Ltd., London, ON

Ruth Ann Harvey

Senior Manager
CPA, CGA

Ruth Ann joined Allied Associates LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants, in 1993, after graduating from the Business Administration Program and Accounting Program at Fanshawe College. At Allied, she holds the position of Senior Manager to a team of tax professionals who specialize in agri-business. She obtained her Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation in 1996. In her position as Senior Manager in our London Office, Ruth Ann partners with accounting advisors to provide our clients with the experience and service they have come to expect from Allied. Her areas of expertise include income tax for agri-businesses, business advisory, succession planning and estate/retirement planning.

Chris Annis

Manager

Chris joined Allied in 1999 as a Staff Accountant and assumed the position of Accounting Advisor in Middlesex County in 2002. He grew up in the Mitchell area and is a graduate of the Business Accounting Program at Fanshawe College with a background in securities and financial services prior to joining Allied.

Chris combines his knowledge of all aspects of accounting and taxation with business and succession planning services to meet the goals of his clients and assures they receive the utmost advice, assistance and service. Chris is a member of the Canadian Association of Farm Advisors (CAFA).

Client Testimonials:

“Over the years, Chris has become a reliable resource in aiding our management decisions. We have come to appreciate his sound advice and business-like approach. I believe that you, too, may benefit from speaking with him.” — Brian & Marlene Anderson – St. Marys, ON

Connie Iro

Manager

Connie joined Allied Associates LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants, in October 2004 as a Staff Accountant in the London office. Prior to joining Allied, she obtained 13 years experience in the areas of public accounting and estate taxation. Within Allied, Connie’s duties include training and mentoring new staff and support for accounting advisors and client queries in all aspects of tax and accounting. She is a Certified Advisor for FCC-AgExpert software program.

Naje Kaddoura, CPA

Manager

Naje started with Allied in August 2022 as a Manager. He has 5+ years experience in the public practice dealing with clients in the agriculture industry. Naje is a graduate of the Bachelor of Management and Organizational Studies – Specialization in Accounting from Western University, and he obtained his CPA designation in May 2020. He is a member of the Canadian Association of Farm Advisors (CAFA).

Mike Reynolds

Assistant Manager
CPA, CA

Mike joined Allied in November 2015 as a Staff Accountant, becoming Assistant Manager in September 2020. He is a graduate of the Honours Bachelor of Business Administration program at Wilfrid Laurier University with a concentration in Accounting and has obtained his CPA designation in March 2018.

Grace Bechard

Staff Accountant

Grace joined Allied in November of 2021 as a staff accountant. She is a graduated from Nipissing University with an Honours Bachelor of Business Administration. She grew up on a farm near St. Thomas.

Courtney Brown

Staff Accountant

Courtney started with Allied in January 2023. She is a graduate of the Business Honours program at Western University with a Specialization in Accounting and is currently pursuing her CPA designation.

Mitchell MacLeod

Staff Accountant

Mitchell joined Allied in September 2020. He is a recent graduate of University of Guelph with a Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting Major. He is currently pursuing his CPA designation.

Chris Perry

Staff Accountant

Chris joined Allied in January 2021. He has an Honours Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) degree from Fanshawe. Chris grew up on a family farm in the Port Burwell area.

Lianne Taylor

Staff Accountant

Lianne joined Allied in September 2022. She has successfully completed her Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Management, Economics and Finance from the University of Guelph. Lianne grew up in rural Southwestern Ontario. 

Bryan Smith

Senior Manager
CPA, CA

Bryan joined Allied Associates LLP, Chartered Professional Accountants in 1996 as Accounting Advisor for the Peterborough area. He was raised in rural Oxford County in Southwestern Ontario and has lived with his family in the Peterborough area since 1981. Bryan graduated from the University of Waterloo in 1991 with his Bachelor of Mathematics degree and obtained his Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in 1992. He currently holds the position of Senior Manager. Bryan specializes in providing accounting and tax services, business planning and advisory services to primarily agricultural clients – sole proprietorships, partnerships and corporations. Bryan has been a member of the Canadian Association of Farm Advisors (CAFA) since its inception.

Dane Anderson

Accounting Advisor

Dane joined Allied in 2007 as a Staff Accountant and assumed the position of Accounting Advisor in Oxford/Elgin/Norfolk in 2010. He grew up on a family-operated dairy farm in the Waterford area and is a graduate of the Business Administrative Accounting Program at Fanshawe College. Dane also has a FPSC Level 1 Certification in Financial Planning. During his tenure in the office, Dane became familiar with all aspects of accounting and taxation which ensures clients receive the best advice, assistance and service. He is well organized with excellent computer skills.

Joni Anderson

Accounting Advisor
CPA, CGA, CFP®

Joni was raised on a dairy/cash crop farm in Middlesex County. Joni graduated from Fanshawe College with a diploma in accounting and from the University of Western Ontario with a Bachelors degree in Economics. She began working with Allied Associates LLP Chartered Professional Accountants in 2002 and currently services clients in Middlesex, Lambton, Huron and Elgin Counties. She obtained her Certified General Accountant (GCA) designation in 2005 and her designation as a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) in 2009.

Joni works primarily with farm operations and small-medium sized businesses providing for all their business planning needs including accounting services, tax planning, succession planning, estate review and business strategy. Her passion for helping people coupled with her extensive knowledge and experience in the agriculture sector, provides her clients with advice and knowledge that they can trust. Joni is a member of the Canadian Association of Farm Advisors (CAFA).

Client Testimonials:

“We really appreciate Joni’s friendly and knowledgeable service. She has provided us with great advice and is up-to-date on the latest farm programs. Her experience with Organic farming and large families are a valuable asset to our farming operation. Her money saving ideas, her outlook and approach were a breath of fresh air for us. Thanks also to the Allied team for always being there to answer any of our questions.” — Vlodale Farms Ltd., Chris & Barb Vander Vloet and Family — Parkhill

Leonard Dick

Accounting Advisor
CPA, CGA, CFP®

Leonard is the Accounting Advisor in Durham Region for Allied Associates LLP, a position he assumed in 2008. Leonard was raised on the family farm in Leamington and is a graduate of the University of Windsor in Business Administration as well as Science graduate of the University of Waterloo. He worked in public accounting for 10 years before joining Allied in 1998 as Accounting Advisor for Essex/Kent.

Leonard received his Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation in 1995, his Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation in 1998. He has extensive experience in taxation and accounting which ensures clients receive the utmost advice, assistance and service. Leonard is a member of the Canadian Association of Farm Advisors (CAFA).

Client Testimonials:

“Leonard has given us valuable support and has made the running of our business much easier. In plain understandable language, Leonard explains how to get things done. I believe you would benefit from speaking with Leonard. His approachable nature makes it easy to ask all your questions.” — Ed & Catherine Warriner – Sunderland, ON

“Over the years, Leonard has been a valuable source of information for our accounting and taxation requirements. He has also provided guidance for our management decisions. I believe you would benefit from speaking with Leonard. The in-home service, professionalism and ability to explain taxation in plain language is value added to every business owner.” — Barry Staples – Cavan, ON

Vern Doupe

Accounting Advisor

Vern is the Accounting Advisor for Allied Associates LLP in Brant County, a position he assumed in 1986. He joined the Allied team after graduating from Fanshawe College with a diploma in Business Accounting. Vern’s experience and expertise in all aspects of accounting and taxation assures clients receive the utmost advice, assistance and service. Vern is a member of the Canadian Association of Farm Advisors (CAFA).

Client Testimonials:

“For 25 years, we have welcomed Vern into our home and to our kitchen table twice a year. During those 25 years, Vern and the staff at Allied have provided excellent service and personal attention to our accounting requirements. They were especially helpful during the transfer of the family farm and again a few years ago when we needed a little extra help due to circumstances beyond our control. The staff at Allied are always available to discuss matters of importance and we have formed an outstanding working relationship with them.Vern has become like a friend and we appreciate his caring and friendly demeanor. We trust Vern and feel he is a valuable advisor who will assist us in having continued success moving forward.” — K & A Dietner Farms Ltd. – Ethel, ON

John Fleming

Staff Accountant
BA

John is a graduate of the Bachelor of Management and Organizational Studies program from King’s College graduating with an Honors Specialization in Finance and Administration. He has several years experience at a local tax preparation business and recently served as assistant to the controller of a family owned pool construction company.

John is responsible for a number of our clients in Southwestern Ontario and we are confident in his ability to meet your accounting, tax and advisory needs.

Lisa Groszeibl

Accounting Advisor

Lisa is the Accounting Advisor for Allied Associates LLP in the Niagara Region. She is a graduate of Niagara College where she obtained her Business Accounting and Business Accounting – Academic diplomas along with Statement of Completion – Accounting for Managerial Decisions and Bookkeeping Certificate. Lisa is also a graduate of Athabasca University where she obtained her BSC – Mathematics.

Lisa worked in public accounting with a specialization in owner managed businesses for 15 years prior to joining Allied in 2021. She has extensive accounting and taxation experience which ensures her clients receive the utmost advice, assistance and service.

Michelle Jackson

Accounting Advisor

Michelle joined Allied in 2012 as a Staff Accountant and has since been assigned Accounting Advisor for Huron County. She is a graduate of the University of Guelph with a diploma in agriculture. She also obtained a diploma in Business Accounting from Fanshawe College. Michelle grew up on her family’s farm near Thorndale.

Reba Jefferson, CPA

Accounting Advisor

Reba joined Allied in September 2015 as a Staff Accountant and became the Accounting Advisor for Grey, Bruce and Huron Counties in December 2017. She graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a Bachelor of Business Administration, specializing in Accounting. She obtained her CPA designation in 2018.

Matt Montague

Accounting Advisor

Matt joined Allied in October 2014 as an Accounting Advisor for Lambton County and the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. He previously worked for a CPA firm in the Wallaceburg area for 7 years as a farm and business advisor and was a Staff Accountant with Allied from 2005 to 2007. Matt graduated with a diploma in Business Administration Accounting from Fanshawe College in 2005 and is currently working toward his CPA, CGA designation. Matt is a member of the Canadian Association of Farm Advisors (CAFA).

Jim Radler

Accounting Advisor
CPA, CA

Jim joined Allied Associates LLP in 2003 as the Accounting Advisor in Waterloo/Wellington. He received his Bachelor Degree from Wilfrid Laurier University in 1995 followed by a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in 2002. Jim has over 20 years of experience working with owner managed businesses in the agricultural sector. His clients can be assured they receive the utmost advice, assistance and service with tax and financial matters as well as all types of government programs.

Client Testimonials:

“Allied has been doing our year end taxation and assisting in our business management decisions for 12 years and they are extremely beneficial. Jim Radler and Brad Ostrom assisted with a shareholder buyout and have made that one easy transition and all the paperwork was done accurately and quickly. We find Jim to be a very thorough accountant and very knowledgeable in business accounting. I always get Jim’s advice on major decisions as he sees it outside the box more than I do because I’m in on the day to day activity. We enjoy when Jim is in our office and make sure he has his daily fix of coffee.” — Joe Kuepfer, Millbank Family Furniture Ltd. – Millbank, ON

Kurt Sawyer

Accounting Advisor
B. Comm.

Kurt joined Allied Associates LLP in 1995 as Accounting Advisor in Oxford County. He grew up on a cash crop farm near Alvinston, Ontario, and graduated from McMaster University with his Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree. Kurt specializes in agricultural tax and advisory services for all types of farming operations including dairy, cash crop, beef, chickens, and hogs. His experience, knowledge and expertise in all aspects of accounting and taxation ensures his clients receive the utmost advice, assistance and service. Kurt is a member of the Allied Owners Group serving on the Board of Directors for Allied.

Client Testimonials:

“Kurt is a knowledgeable accountant who always keeps us abreast of government programs, rebates and changing tax rules. If he does not have the information at hand, he always gets back to us shortly after. He is always willing to help fill out forms and give clarity and represent our farm business better. He is patient, works long hours and does his job well. I have no reservations to call or email him when we have issues or questions. I would say that Kurt is a necessary part of our farm team.” — Patrick Vlasman & Martha Meyer, Hogback Acres Ltd. – Mount Elgin, ON

Amanda Smyth

Accounting Advisor
CPA

Amanda joined Allied in June 2016 as a Staff Accountant. She is a graduate of the Bachelor of Commerce-Accounting program at the University of Guelph and recently passed her CFE exam in pursuit of her CPA designation. She became the Accounting Advisor for the Chatham-Kent area in 2019. Amanda grew up outside of Dresden and assists her family with their farrow-to-finish and cash crop operations.

Kim Vandevrie

Accounting Advisor

Kim joined Allied Associates LLP in 1996 as a Staff Accountant in the London Office. She grew up on a dairy farm near Teeswater, Ontario and is a graduate of Georgian College with a Business Administration Accounting diploma. In 2001, she was appointed Accounting Advisor for South Central Middlesex. Kim takes pride in providing quality personal and corporate accounting, taxation and financial services in a valuable and timely manner.

Client Testimonials:

“Kim is a knowledgeable and friendly person. She keeps us updated on current tax information and certainly knows what she is doing. Kim helps with planning future business ventures and is easy to work with and co-operative. She has helped me with many issues in the past in our farming business. It has been a great pleasure working with her and the Allied team over the past years.” — Mary Finch – Belmont, ON

“As Kim works from our kitchen table, she is always ready to answer any questions we have. I enjoy working with Kim and as I have known her for many years, I look forward to her visits.” — Betty Pettit, Misty Glen Farms Limited – Belmont, ON