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Follow Linda on Linked InLinda Gasch, EA, President and CEO
Linda launched Accounting Resource Group, Inc. in 1985. She began her career at Arthur Young & Co.(one of the Big Eight accounting firms) 27 years ago after studying at Westminster College, University of Texas and University of Minnesota. She has earned the Enrolled Agent (EA) tax specialist designation from the Internal Revenue Service. Linda is a member of National Association of Enrolled Agents, National Society of Accountants, National Society of Tax Preparers, MN Association of Enrolled Agents, Business & Professional Women (BPW), Capstone Alliance (Strategic Alliance with BPK&Z and other local accounting firms), the Wayzata Rotary and past Treasurer for Minnetonka Center for the Arts. Linda's keen insight as a business owner and advisor started early in her family's business and was further grounded in her success in managing and selling office properties. When she's not consulting with clients or running the firm, Linda can be found enjoying tennis, golf, reading, skiing or traveling with her family and friends.


Diane Malone, CPA, JD - Tax Manager
Diane began her tax career in 1979 after graduating from the College of St. Benedict.  She worked for a large local tax and accounting firm while earning her JD degree from William Mitchell College of Law in 1984.  She spent four years at Coopers and Lybrand (now Price Waterhouse Coopers) before returning to the local firm.  Diane is a member of the Minnesota Society of CPA's and the American Institute of CPA's.   She currently serves as the Finance Chair and Treasurer of the Orono Alliance for Education and is very active in the Orono Rotary Club.  Diane lives in Long Lake with her husband John.  Two of their sons are in college and the third is a law student.  Diane enjoys golf and reading in her spare time.


David Krahn, Tax Specialist
David spent over 30 years as a tax partner with a regional accounting firm. His more recent responsibilities included charitable organizations and trust and estate tax issues. He graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in accounting. David is a former member and officer of the Minneapolis Estate Planning Council and is currently a member and former officer of the Minneapolis Tax Roundtable. He is also a member of the Minnesota Society of CPA's, the American Institute of CPA's and the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits. He is a member of the financial counseling team at his church, Constance Free Church and is a board member and officer of World Harvest Ministries International which operates a school for missionaries in Nicaragua. David  lives in East Bethel with his wife Pauline and enjoys biking and reading. He and Pauline have five children and many grandchildren.



Meg Sondergaard, Vice President
Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor
Meg is the person behind that lovely British accent you hear when you call Accounting Resource Group, Inc.  Meg oversees the operations of the accounting division as well as servicing clients needs in various accounting areas. She enjoys and is proficient in training clients in the use of Quickbooks. She has 26 years experience in accounting; 14 of them spent at Accounting Resource Group, Inc.  Meg studied cost & management accounting at the College of York in England before she crossed the pond.  When she's not enjoying high tea or listening to "The Lads from Liverpool," Meg spends time with her husband and three sons, relaxing with friends, and Jazzercising her way to better health.



Deb Maas, Staff Accountant
Deb has more than 20 years of accounting experience, has owned her own small business for 10 years, and most recently worked for Wipfli before joining Accounting Resource Group, Inc. Deb earned her B.S. in management from Cardinal Stritch University.  Her previous experiences allow her to provide expert advice and a wide array of services to small business owners.  Deb understands and appreciates the challenges facing small business owners and enjoys helping them with their accounting needs. In addition, Deb is proficient in Quickbooks and Peachtree.  Deb enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, shopping and walking Naili (her dog) around the neighborhood.


Dawn Karon, Office Manager/Executive Assistant
Dawn joined Accounting Resource Group in 2009. She is the Office Manager and is responsible for planning, scheduling, organizing and controlling the work system. In addition to her responsibilities of the day to day running of the office, she is Linda's Executive Assistant and is the primary communication link between Accounting Resource Group and our clients. Dawn lives in Plymouth and enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, shopping and exploring new destinations in her convertible.


Jennifer Childs, Marketing & Communications Manager
Jennifer joined Accounting Resource Group in September of 2010.  She brings us experience in the marketing and communications arena that will be put to use in supporting client relationships, communicating pertinent tax information, as well as web and social media endeavors.

Jennifer earned her BA at St. Olaf College and many would say her English degree prepared her for a life of loving to communicate!  In addition to her work life, she most enjoys being a mom to three children, spending time with family and friends, walking for exercise (& then with her dog) and music.  Jennifer and her husband live in Plymouth.

Katie Dade, Staff Accountant
Katie is a CPA with over 10 years of experience in accounting, auditing and tax. Her background working with a wide variety of busineses and individuals allows her to provide exceptional service to our clients. She grew up in Minneapolis and graduated from Gustavus Adolphus College with a degree in Accounting. Katie joined Accounting Resource Group in 2009 after spending 6 years living on the east coast. She enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, trying new restaurants and working out to stay healthy. She lives in Minneapolis with her husband and 2 pugs.