Brian Wachs

Brian’s clientele is comprised of both resident and non-resident individuals and small businesses. Brian’s 50 year career in accounting includes various positions such as Partner in several international accounting firms, Chief Financial Officer for a large health care organization, and instructor of accounting and taxation in several college graduate programs. Brian holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from California State College at Fullerton, and a master’s degree in taxation from Golden Gate University. Over the last 40 years, Brian has offered his financial and management experience to various not-for-profit organizations in Southern California, functioning as both President and Treasurer. He is Immediate Past President on the Board of Directors at the Mizell Center in Palm Springs, as well as the Endowment Board. In 2012, Brian was appointed by the Mayor and City Council to serve as a Commissioner of the Palm Springs International Airport. He Chaired the Commission for 4 years. Brian is currently Vice-Chair of the Coachella Valley chapter of SCORE, Service Corps of Retired Executives. This not-for-profit provides mentoring for small business start-ups locally.

Brian’s family includes two children and four grandchildren. He and his wife, Jacque, reside in Rancho Mirage.