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Karla Dennis, an Enrolled Tax Agent, is a nationally recognized tax expert and personal finance strategist.
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Meet Karla Dennis
Karla Dennis is a nationally recognized finance expert, Enrolled Tax Agent licensed in all 50 states, and the CEO and Founder of tax strategy firm KDA, INC. She is also an author and public speaker, and works to educate entrepreneurs and individuals on smart business advancement. Also known for her popular YouTube channel, where she shares her tax and financial tips and tricks, Karla’s passion lies in helping Americans understand how to best plan for financial success, relieve stress, and live a happier, more fulfilling life. Forbes has recognized Karla as one of the nation’s foremost tax and financial professionals and is a frequent guest in the media.
Her journey begins in a humble household in Compton, California, where she learned invaluable life lessons from her loving and hardworking parents. Growing up with two siblings, Karla absorbed the discipline. Instilled with the belief that present circumstances do not define the future, she envisioned a life beyond Compton, one she could create for herself and her family.
Academic Foundations
Karla graduated from Compton High School, laying hte foundation for her future success. Taking a significant step forward, she earned a bachelor’s degree in busines with a concentration in accounting from California State Dominguez Hills. Post-graduation, Karla embarked on her professional journey, initially working as an admin with a tax law firm. Her interest in tax law deepened, leading her to pursue and obtain a Master’s in Taxation from Golden Gate University. This pivotal decision propelled her into corporate America, where she thrived as a tax supervisor overseeing a team of eight employees.
Bold Leap To Entrepreneurship
In a bold move, Karla transitioned from corporate life to entrepreneurship, founding Karla Dennis and Associates in La Palma, California, in 2014. The firm, offering income tax preparation, tax planning, as well as providing advice to small and midsize business owners, rapidly gained prominence.
National Recognition
Forbes recognized Karla in 2016 as one of the nation’s foremost financial and tax professionals, and she earned a feature in “Southern California Women Business Leaders.”
A Family Legacy
During 2016, her sons Karlton and Kenneth joined the firm, contributing significantly to its growth. Karlton’s tax strategy and social media presence, coupled with Kenneth’s marketing prowess, elevated the firm’s fame.
Her younger son, Karrington, and Kameron also joined, with Kameron assuming the role of Client Service Manager and Karrington as a tax professional. The collaborative efforts of Karla and her four sons transformed the firm, now flourishing and impacting the lives of millions of Americans.
Rebranding & Renewed Vision
Fast forward to 2022, a rebranding took place, and Karla renamed her accounting firm to KDA, Inc., symbolizing the company’s renewed dedication to helping AMericans save on taxes. The firm was recognized as one of Inc’s Magazine fastest-growing firms in 2022 and 2023
Presently, Karla is leading KDA, sharing her insights at public events and educating entrepreneurs and tax professionals on business advancement. Karla is actively engaging with business leaders, executive organizations, trade groups, and community gatherings.
Due to her unwavering commitment to giving back, Karla provides free tax advice on live television, contributing to national and local news channels.
Thanks to her inherited wisdom, unwavering determination, supportive family, and exceptional team, KDA thrives, positively impacting millions of American lives every day.
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