Team

Lisa spent her early career in public practice accounting, helping small to medium sized businesses with tax planning and year-end compliance. Lisa noticed a big problem in the market when she was working with fast-growing startups: there was a clear limit to how much a traditional CPA firm could help them, but most of these companies were also years away from hiring an in-house accounting and finance team. Lisa saw room for a firm that bridged the gap between what a traditional CPA firm could offer and what a full-time, in-house finance team could do. That’s where FrontierCFO began.

Since founding FrontierCFO in 2018, the most exhilarating part of Lisa's journey has been bringing together an incredible team to learn from and collaborate with. Working alongside them to solve tough challenges, help startups make important data-driven decisions at the earliest stages of growth, and help build the companies of tomorrow has been beyond rewarding.

Lisa lives on a rural acreage on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, where she dabbles in homesteading activities with her family, including dogs, cats, and hens. Lisa has found that the juxtaposition of the fast-paced startup life with the rural homesteading life forms a beautiful synergy, which surfaces unique insights into the world and the way we live.

Julie McGill is a seasoned Executive whose extensive expertise and strategic acumen have been instrumental in advancing corporate goals and enhancing client relationships. With over 20 years of experience in corporate transactions and advisory services, Julie serves as an Independent VC and PE Investor, Advisor, and Board Director. She is also a proud Limited Partner at Women's Equity Lab (WEL) Vancouver.

Julie’s contributions are pivotal in areas such as strategizing equity raises, analyzing KPIs for performance insights, leveraging board meetings to drive performance, and identifying growth and funding opportunities. Having witnessed and experienced first-hand the challenges that diverse founders and investors face, she has a lifelong passion for bringing more equity and diversity to the startup ecosystem. Her dedication and profound impact on her team and clients underscore her invaluable role and commitment to excellence.

Ali’s diverse background ranges from customer service, to working in the hospitality industry, to installing network systems, providing him with a unique perspective that helps him tackle many of the operational challenges FrontierCFO faces as the team continues to grow. Whether it’s delivering an awesome computer equipment package to a new team member, troubleshooting a technical IT issue, or auditing recurring expenses, Ali thrives when solving problems and implementing creative solutions.

For as long as he can remember, Ali has been an avid enthusiast of robotics and electronics. Whether it’s repurposing discarded motors and battery banks or building custom electrical circuit boards for holiday lighting, he can be found constantly tinkering with endless projects in his workshop.

Brielle possesses a remarkable aptitude for numbers and problem-solving. Her passion for accounting stems from the intellectual challenges it presents, which she finds akin to solving complex puzzles at a professional level. At FrontierCFO, Brielle has taken on increasingly senior roles, reflecting her exceptional skills, experience, and leadership qualities. She thrives in the fast-paced and dynamic environment FrontierCFO's clients give her, and is always eager to draw from her experience when diving into new projects. Brielle's outstanding communication skills are central to her success, allowing her to establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with clients while maintaining a professional and approachable demeanor.

Caitlin possesses a wealth of experience and a deep knowledge and comprehensive understanding of accounting standards and tax principles. It is this understanding that allows Caitlin to take complex financial principles and communicate in an easy to understand, accessible way for her clients. Caitlin’s vast experience from banking to public accounting has seen her build a client base of small businesses and entrepreneurs, helping them navigate their changing needs and supporting their evolving business goals.

Caitlin’s acute eye for detail allows her to bring creative solutions to the table which solve complicated problems for her clients. With a keen eye for assessing the past performance of her clients, Caitlin transforms their experiences into a bespoke strategy that leads them towards their desired objectives. By harnessing her strengths in strategy planning and forecasting, she provides her clients with reliable insights to make informed and effective strategic decisions. Caitlin firmly believes that building strong relationships with her clients is paramount in understanding their evolving needs and thereby serving them better. She takes immense pleasure in being part of their successes and relishes every moment of their journey.

Exploring new interests is a key part of Caitlin’s life. Outside of work Caitlin loves to travel, read and attempt to snowboard in the winter.

Herbert brings a vibrant tapestry of experiences to his role as a Bookkeeper, having previously excelled in customer service, technical support, theater, content creation, and advertising. When he transitioned to accounting, he quickly fell in love, bringing his problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and investigative prowess to the fore. These qualities have empowered him to introduce effective organizational solutions, enhance productivity, and maintain excellent client relations.

Herbert is passionate about personal and professional growth, continuously expanding his accounting knowledge and language skills. Fluent in English and Portuguese, he is actively learning Korean with aspirations to become a polyglot. When not immersed in numbers, he revels in the simple pleasures of coffee, bakery treats, and lively gatherings with friends where he enjoys singing and dancing.

Oleksandra has a strong record of leveraging her technical prowess and interpersonal abilities to cater to the requirements of her clients, thereby developing long-term relationships built on trust. As a lifelong learner driven by passion for emerging technologies, software, and digital trends, Oleksandra remains inquisitive and stays abreast of the latest developments. Oleksandra derives immense gratification from supporting her clients and their organizations in streamlining their workflows and accomplishing their strategic objectives. She is a problem solver at heart that can take ownership of projects and deliver a positive outcome.

Outside of work, Oleksandra enjoys travelling around the world and discovering new cultures. When she isn’t doing that, you can find her playing tennis and taking long bike rides.

Samantha began her career in Geology after graduating from the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor of Science. However, she quickly learned that living in a shack in the middle of a forest packed with bears wasn’t exactly her thing. Staying true to her love of numbers and detailed work, she found her home in accounting. Samantha has worked for a family business with a prominent presence in the Lloydminster area since before the pandemic hit—and she’s seen the struggles that can affect small businesses. She learned how important it is for these businesses to have solid financial strategies during rapid change. Samantha looks forward to gaining a deeper understanding of diverse industries and enhancing her knowledge base as she continues to help clients.

When not delighting in perfectly balanced Excel sheets, she can be found getting dragged around by her energetic black lab Joey. Samantha loves spending time at the lake with her family, travelling the world, and expanding her rock collection!

Staying true to her core values of trust, continuous education, and health (financial, emotional, and physical), Stephanie has cultivated a diverse background in leadership and accounting while establishing a passion for building highly effective teams to address the needs of Canada’s start-up community. Through collective education and inquisitive discussions, she can translate financial data into meaningful insights that strategically empower her clients towards their respective milestones and goals.

A self-proclaimed life-long-learner, Stephanie is always seeking opportunities to continue the path of personal growth. From books to webinars or professional development, Stephanie continues to grow her knowledge in emerging industry and technology trends. This curious nature continues through to her personal life, resulting in a wide array of hobbies. Whether outdoors hiking, running, swimming or snowboarding, or indoors with ballet and weight-lifting, there is always an opportunity to learn and grow. A mom of two (three if you count her retriever), Stephanie seeks to educate her children about the many cultures of the world through hands-on travel. If she’s not behind her desk, you are sure to find her alongside her family, experiencing life hands-on.

Wenneth brings with her several years of experience in public accounting and a strong understanding of financial concepts. With her strong affinity for numbers and keen eye for detail, she has a proven track record of accuracy and efficiency when it comes to financial analysis and reporting. She loves to solve problems and make sense of numbers - which is why she is so excited about the work she does! She is dedicated to provide timely solutions and services to help businesses succeed. She is also excited about all the changes happening in the accounting field, which keeps her motivated and engaged as she continues to learn and grow as an accountant.

In her spare time, she enjoys reading books, playing games, or watching movies. She loves spending time with her baby and family - and if there's any room left in her schedule, she'll often be found sipping another cup of coffee.