3 Locations to Serve You Better!
Sidney/Saanich Location
Located at 5 – 4011 Quadra Street
On the corner of Quadra & McKenzie
Email us at michelle@countbeans.com
Colwood/Langford Location
111 – 2220 Sooke Rd
On the corner of Sooke & Kelly Road (more on the Kelly Road side)
Email us at christine@countbeans.com
Victoria/Downtown/Oak Bay Location
2531 Government Street
Between Hillside and Bay
Email us at mike@countbeans.com
Meet the Padgett Team
The biggest compliment we continue to get from our clients is that our staff is friendly, knowledgeable and approachable. We are honoured to be an important part of their success.
Here we are, forever young.
Glenn Vickers, P.A. – Partner, Accountant
In Memoriam
With Glenn’s passing in October of 2014, we have lost an exemplary leader, friend and family member. He was devoted to Padgett, a company he founded in 1991, and his legacy will live on through the passion he shared so freely, the knowledge he shared so deeply, and the countless lives he touched in so many wonderful ways.
Chris Hammond, P.A. – Partner, Accountant
Chris has been helping small businesses succeed in Victoria since joining Padgett Business Services in 1995. Chris is a member and a director of the Candian Institute of Professional Accountants and a member of The Canadian Payroll Association.
Chris wants to be a cowboy when he grows up.
Gary Vickers – Payroll Manager
Gary manages our Paytrak Payroll Services. His extensive knowledge of the payroll process, employment standards, HRDC and income tax has made him a valuable asset to all of our clients. Gary is a member of the Canadian Payroll Association.
Gary wants to own the Dallas Cowboys when he grows up.
Michelle Clifford – Office Manager – Quadra
Michelle Clifford has been a part of Padgett for 7 years and is currently the Office Manager at our Quadra location. Her experience within the local Victoria area as a bookkeeper for 21 years brings an added edge to her knowledge of local businesses. She currently holds a seat on the Board of Directors as the Treasurer of CCSVI Hope Ambassadors Society, and has a passion for photography.
Michelle wants to be a CSI when she grows up.
Mike Devine, B.Com. – Office Manager – Government
Mike is a recent UVic graduate, who earned his Bachelor’s degree in Commerce in August 2012. He has been with Padgett since 2010, where he started as a co-op student. He is looking forward to pursuing his studies, hoping to earn a CGA designation in the near future.
Mike wants to be a hockey player when he grows up.
Christine West – Office Manager – Colwood
Christine has been with Padgett since 2009 working out of our Colwood office. She is an outdoor enthusiast spending as much time as she can on hiking trails and camping in the beautiful outdoors. She love to bake and entertain friends.
Christine wants to be a pediatrician when she grows up.
Charmagne Donald – Bookkeeper
Charmagne has been with Padgett Business Services since 2008 working from our Quadra office.
Charmagne wants to be a Fashion Designer when she grows up.
Renee Robinson – Bookkeeper
Renee has been with Padgett Business Services since 2006 and recently moved back to Victoria after helping run a Padgett franchise in Chilliwack. She enjoys outdoor activities such as camping, gardening and hiking. Renee is a member of the Canadian Payroll Association.
Renee wants to be a ballerina when she grows up.
Susan Kelly – Bookkeeper
Susan has been with Padgett gang since July 2014 and works out of our Government Street office downtown. She comes from Public Practice specializing in Internal Audit and holds an Associate’s Degree majoring in Accounting. Susan practices art and enjoys participating in shows and exhibits in our local community.
Susan wants to be a tennis professional when she grows up.
Sabrina Reiser – Bookkeeper
Sabrina started at Padgett in November of 2015 and finished her diploma in business with an accounting major. She loves living in Victoria and being close to mountains and the ocean. She loves music of all genres and is often seen at musical festivals around BC.
Sabrina wants to be a make-up artist when she grows up.
Jan Kuprowsky – Income Tax Specialist
Jan joined Padgett in 2014 as an Income Tax Specialist. Jan has been completing income tax returns since 1999 when she left the Oil & Gas field in Calgary. She has experience in teaching and training tax preparation, as well as experience working with the CRA for tax reviews, discrepancies and queries.
Jan completes tax courses each year to upgrade her knowledge of Income Taxes as it relates to Personal Taxes.
Jan wants to be a golf caddie when she grows up.
Erin Orr – Client Specialist
Erin joined Padgett recently in January of 2016. She has an Associate Degree in General Science and is set to complete her Business Administration Diploma in April 2016. Erin would like to continue working towards her degree as time allows.
She loves hot yoga, hiking and pretends to like running and working out.
Erin wants to be a Veterinarian when she grows up.
Joce Mino – Payroll Specialist
From Toronto, Joce enjoys travelling and hiking. Always one to go new places or try new things.Hobbies include eating, music, and fitness. He plans to do a road trip across Canada when he finishes his license.
Joce wants to be a pilot when he grows up.
Adriel Druery – Switchboard/Receptionist
From Calgary, Adriel moved here to be closer to family. Before joining Padgett, she was a barista for close to 6 years. Adriel enjoys road trips, music, and most importantly coffee.
Adriel wants to be a cupcake decorator when she grows up.
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