Staff The history of DAVIES, HOUSER & SECREST, CPA, P.A. is built upon a tradition of service, technical expertise, and innovative thinking to meet the needs of a rapidly changing world. The experience and academic credentials of our principals and staff provide our clients with the expertise of larger firms, while our commitment to superior customer service offers a personal, one-on-one approach. We invite you to meet our staff.

Edward R. Christensen, CPA Principal/Director    Edward R. Christensen began working for the firm in 1981.  His areas of focus include auditing employee benefit plans, financial accounting and reporting issues, and managing our small business services.   Stephen A. Ellis, CPA Principal/Director   Stephen A. Ellis has been with the firm since 1987.  His area of expertise includes auditing and tax preparation of not-for-profit organizations and small business consulting.   Todd M. Russell, CPA Principal/Director   Todd Russell   Dawn K. Fearon, CPA   Dawn joined the firm in October 1997.  She has been a resident of Brevard County since 1969.  Her areas of focus include personal tax, agreed-upon procedures, and audits, as well as reviews and compliations.   Walter E. Secrest, CPA Walter E. Secrest is a founding member of the Firm.  He retired in 2007.  Walt enjoys traveling, spending time with his grandchildren, and playing golf as much as possible.   Floyd C. Lemmon, CPA   William R. Kidd, CPA   Matthew Trine, CPA Matthew joined the firm in August 2006 as a member of the audit staff.  His focus is homeowners and cooperative housing associations, as well as retirement plans.  Other services include the preparation of tax returns, financial analysis, and bookkeeping services.    Amy Robinson, CPA   Amy Robinson joined the firm in September 2005.  Her services include performing audits of construction companies, preparing various tax returns, reviews, compilations, and bookkeeping.   Marianne Kenaston Staff Accountant   Monica Van Leeuwen Staff Accountant Monica began working with the firm in September 2005.  Monica is a member of our audit staff and performs tax preparation, compilations, and reviews.  She brings to the firm 25 years of management experience with non profit and healthcare facilities.   Barbara Ruland Staff Accountant   Judy Smith Office Manager Judy has been with the firm since 1981.  In addition to managing day-to-day operations of the firm, she is responsible for maintenance of the firm's computer equipment and software-related issues.  Judy also serves as the firm's HR and payroll contact and is a Notary Public.   Lisa Common Receptionist Lisa Common has been employed as the firm’s receptionist since November 1998.  She is the “face” of the firm to all who call our office, as well as a Notary Public.   Mallory Robinson Staff Accountant Mallory joined the firm in February 2011.   Laurie Ward Administrative Assistant Laurie joined the firm in December 2010.