HawkSoft Professional Services
Meet The Team
Leadership
Aedan James
Director of Professional Services
Client Services
Anisa Newkirk
Client Services Manager
Cindy
Carina
Debby
Angie
Sarah
Charmin
Steve Neff
Client Services Manager
Tiffany
Jose
Christy
Kelli
Susan
Database Management
Ruben Hurse
Database Management Manager
Joshua
Laura
Eric
Leland
Nathan
name - title
Joined HawkSoft in #.
Full bio coming soon.
Charmin - Accounting Consultant
Joined HawkSoft in May 2021
Hobbies:
Music, fishing, road trips, working in my yard, reading
What's your favorite book?
Anything by Maeve Binchy or Nora Roberts
What's your favorite movie?
Coal Miner’s Daughter, I love her story
Who is one person that you would like to express gratitude to?
My mom, for countless reasons
Where is your favorite place to relax?
At home, or driving in the mountains
Who or what are you always happy to see?
My family, especially my kids and grandkids
Why do you choose to work at HawkSoft?
The Hawksoft family are amazing!
Kelli - Software Consultant
Joined HawkSoft in 2021
Hobbies:
Watching horror movies and board games with the kids
What's your favorite book?
The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova
What's your favorite movie?
Insidious Series
Who is one person that you would like to express gratitude to?
My kids! They continue to help me become a better person every day.
Where is your favorite place to relax?
The Oregon coast
Who or what are you always happy to see?
Butterflies
Why do you choose to work at HawkSoft?
I choose to work here at HawkSoft because of the community they create with their strong values and standards. As an employee I am valued and heard.
Debby - Senior Software Consultant
Full bio coming soon.
Aedan James - Director of Professional Services
Joined HawkSoft in May 2016
Role: Director of Client Services
Hobbies: Cow tending; cat herding; ball tossing (for the dog); reading murder mysteries ala Agatha Christie
What
one piece of advice have you received that has drastically changed
your outlook on life?
You can fly, but that cocoon has got
to go!
Who
or what are you always happy to see? Why?
My spouse of 27 years, because I am
always happy to see my best friend.
Why
do you choose to work at HawkSoft?
It is all about the culture. There
is such an environment of camaraderie, authenticity, and genuine
caring for each other that is rarely seen in the business world.
Everyone at HawkSoft is treated like they matter, because they do!
Anisa Newkirk - Client Services Manager
Joined HawkSoft in 2009
Hobbies: Gardening, Reading Books - I love Nora Roberts, Walking the beach, Camping
What's your favorite book?
Chica Chica Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr and John Archambault. I went into Kindergarten not knowing how to speak English. The teachers aid used this book a lot while helping me learn English.
What's your favorite movie?
Lion King - this movie makes my mom laugh, a lot, and it always brings back those memories from growing up.
Who is one person that you would like to express gratitude to?
My kindergarten teacher and teachers aid - Mrs. Valdez and Mrs. Barsukoff
Where is your favorite place to relax?
The Beach, the sound of the waves, the smell of the ocean
Who or what are you always happy to see?
My kiddos, i love Sammie's big bear hugs and Ali's smile as she's chattering away
Why do you choose to work at HawkSoft?
The people here are amazing. These people are my family.
Cindy - Senior Software Consultant
Joined HawkSoft in 2014
Hobbies: Traveling (Cruises!) and Acquiring Dogs
What's your favorite book?
The Hunger Games trilogy. I honestly don't know why. When I think about what the books are actually about, I'm surprised that I like them. :-)
What's your favorite movie?
Pearl Harbor - I love the history incorporated into the movie.
Who is one person that you would like to express gratitude to?
My fifth grade teacher, Mr. Bill Hoff. And my Accounting/Business Law high school teacher, Mr. Larson. Their lessons, both on topic and off topic, live with me each day.
Where is your favorite place to relax?
A cruise ship - it is the one single place that I can unplug entirely for a week. No internet, no cell service, no social media, no phone calls.
Who or what are you always happy to see?
My dogs and my dad!
Why do you choose to work at HawkSoft?
I love that they treat employees and clients like family. HawkSoft's core values are top notch, and all employees from the top down are expected to live them daily.
Angie - Senior Accounting Consultant
Joined HawkSoft in 2014
Hobbies: Writing, reading, following the real estate market, music
What's your favorite book?
There are just way too many to choose from.
What's your favorite movie?
I am unfortunately unable to sit long enough to watch a movie.
Who is one person that you would like to express gratitude to?
Where is your favorite place to relax?
It's a toss-up between the mountains and the beach. It's pretty fantastic if I can have both at the same time.
Who or what are you always happy to see?
My kids. Most of them are grown and living away from home so it's pretty great when I get to spend time with them these days.
Why do you choose to work at HawkSoft?
I love that HawkSoft lives by the core values they have chosen. It truly is a family atmosphere where I feel I am cared for as an individual.
Shannon - Accounting Consultant
Joined HawkSoft in 2007.
Full bio coming soon.
Sarah - Accounting Consultant
Joined HawkSoft in 2018
Hobbies: Camping; Boating; Fishing; Spending time with family
What's
your favorite movie? Why?
It's
a toss-up between Goonies and The Neverending Story. Both take me
back to the innocence and wonder of my youth. They are timeless and
can be enjoyed by people of all ages. I can and have watched both of
these movies multiple times and never get tired of them.
Who
is one person (could be more)--besides your parents, they are easy
candidates--that you would like to express your gratitude to?
I
would like to express my gratitude to my in-laws who are both
unfortunately no longer with us. Their total acceptance of me as
their daughter so many years ago and their guidance and tutelage
throughout the years formed who I am today.
What
is a quote you have burned in your mind, that you'll always remember?
Why?
"Sit
right back and enjoy the ride" this quote, for me, is a reminder
that as much as we may think we have it all planned/figured out life
will through you curveballs, we need to be appreciative and learn
from every experience and that it will work out the way it was meant
to.
Nathan - Database Management Specialist
Joined HawkSoft in 2019
More bio information coming soon!
Leland - Database Management Specialist
Joined HawkSoft in September 2015
Hobbies: Video games; D&D; Reading; Math
What is your favorite place to relax? Why?
Home. Saves money and I have everything I need there.
Who
or what are you always happy to see? Why?
My cat. She's a jerk, but she's my jerk. Also she's adorable.
Why
do you choose to work at HawkSoft?
I choose to work at HawkSoft due to the culture and easily maintained work/life balance. I like the people here.
Steve Neff - Client Services Manager
Joined HawkSoft in December 2008
Hobbies: Camping; Hiking; Kayaking; Snowshoeing; Football and basketball enthusiast
What one piece of advice have you
received that has drastically changed your outlook on life?
Don't sweat the small stuff,
it's all small stuff.
What's your favorite sports team?
Portland Trailblazers Basketball)
and Seattle Seahawks (football)
Who or what are you always happy
to see? Why?
My German Sheppard Bronson
(shhh...don't tell my wife).
Tiffany - Senior Software Consultant
Joined HawkSoft in 2009
Hobbies: Gardening Cooking, Baking , Reading, Camping, Hiking, Biking
What's your favorite book?
Just one? There are so many books I could add to this list but I love Forever by Pete Hamill and I love anything written by Erik Larson. They are both masters of historical fiction and I learn something new every time I open one of their books. I've also read the Anne of Green Gables series and the Chronicles of Narnia uncountable times.
What's your favorite movie?
There are too many to name and it all depends on the genre or the era, but I do watch Love Actually (usually when wrapping Christmas presents) at least once a year and it still makes me laugh, cry and smile just like it did the first time I saw it. "If you look for it, I've got a sneaky feeling you'll find that love actually is all around."
Who is one person that you would like to express gratitude to?
My daughters. For teaching me patience and selflessness and for showing me how to love more than I ever knew was possible. It's a joy to see life through their eyes and I'm grateful to be along for the ride. What a blessing it is to be their Mom and to get to watch them grow into kind, and funny little humans.
Where is your favorite place to relax?
By the river in the summer sunshine. Because winters are cold and dark and last too long here in Oregon. By the time Spring and Summer come around, I can hardly wait to enjoy the warmth and beauty of the PNW.
Who or what are you always happy to see?
Why do you choose to work at HawkSoft?
Because I believe in HawkSoft' s core values and see first hand how HawkSoft lives up to them on a daily basis. I have the absolute best work life balance and it's because HawkSoft recognizes the value of family and the importance of a balanced life.
Jose - Senior Software Consultant
Joined HawkSoft in 2011
Hobbies: Fishing, Hiking, Flying Drones and Paintball
What's your favorite book?
None
What's your favorite movie?
None
Who is one person that you would like to express gratitude to?
Everyone that considers me a friend.
Where is your favorite place to relax?
The beach and the forests of the Pacific Northwest. I enjoy nature and looking at up at the night sky.
Who or what are you always happy to see?
Friends and Family
Why do you choose to work at HawkSoft?
I enjoy working with my coworkers and customers
Christy - Senior Software Consultant
Joined HawkSoft in 2013
Hobbies: Reading, crafting and planning our next Disney vacation.
What's your favorite book?
My favorite book is a Wrinkle in Time, with the other books following after. When I first read this as a preteen, I related to Meg. She felt miserable but most of that was her own thoughts. Deep down she was smart, caring and beautiful, she just needed to have the right people around to bring it out.
What's your favorite movie?
Who is one person that you would like to express gratitude to?
Where is your favorite place to relax?
Who or what are you always happy to see?
I am always happy to see my husband. Even after knowing him for close to 30 years, I am always learning more about him. He knows what I need, sometimes even before I do.
Why do you choose to work at HawkSoft?
Susan - Software Consultant
Joined HawkSoft in 2008
Hobbies: Reading, mostly
What's your favorite book?
Whichever one I'm currently reading!
What's your favorite movie?
Who is one person that you would like to express gratitude to?
Where is your favorite place to relax?
Who or what are you always happy to see?
Why do you choose to work at HawkSoft?
This company has the best people and values, ever!
Carina - Software Consultant
Joined HawkSoft in 2014
Hobbies: Crochet, reading (preferably historical fiction), camping, training my dog
What's your favorite book?
Pride & Prejudice - it's always been a favorite
What's your favorite movie?
The Darkest Hour - I'm a fan of Winston Churchill and the movie was fantastic.
Who is one person that you would like to express gratitude to?
My Aunt Debbie
Where is your favorite place to relax?
In a comfy chair with a good book or a crochet project to work on.
Who or what are you always happy to see?
Good friends
Why do you choose to work at HawkSoft?
The people! Coworkers and customers alike.
Ruben Hurse - Database Management Manager
Full bio coming soon.
Jonathan - Database Management Specialst
Full bio coming soon.
Joshua - Database Management Specialist
Full bio coming soon.
Laura - Database Management Specialist
Joined HawkSoft in July 2018
Hobbies: Paddle boarding; hiking; cooking; baking
Where is your favorite place to relax? Why?
I love relaxing at the beach or anywhere that involves water!
Who or what are you always happy to see? Why?
I am always happy to see my daughters. They make me smile every day!
Why do you choose to work at HawkSoft?
I choose to work at Hawksoft because, Hawksoft is filled with compassion for their customers and employees. There is such a wonderful sense of community here and I am so thankful to be a part of such a wonderful team.
Eric - Data Warehouse Developer
Full bio coming soon.
Sandy Sapp, Manager of HawkSoft Managed Accounting
About: With over 20 years of management experience in various industries, Sandy brings a well-rounded and pragmatic approach to overseeing her department of seasoned bookkeepers. She has extensive experience in both customer-facing roles and behind-the-scenes accounting roles. Sandy is in her 3rd year with HawkSoft and has demonstrated her management and operational skills in Product Support, Client Services and now, Managed Services. She works hand in hand with our customers to ensure that their experience is exceptional.
Courtney Lee, Sales & Onboarding Manager
Work Background / Certifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting
- QuickBooks Online Certified ProAdvisor
About: Courtney has been delivering exceptional bookkeeping and customer service for over 8 years. While her bookkeeping career started in small business logistics accounting, Courtney quickly learned the insurance industry and is eager to continue her education in the industry. She is passionate about helping her clients make informed decisions about their agency accounting operations. Courtney consults with agencies to determine the products that will best suit their needs while also assisting them with operational accounting, payroll, bank reconciliation, invoicing, and accounts receivable and payables. With her help, agents can focus their resources on their core competencies while offloading their insurance accounting needs to a trusted partner.