Who We Are
Everything You Need from Tax Planning and Strategy to Ongoing Support.
At Bayshore Tax & Consulting, no personal or business tax strategy is one-size-fits-all. That’s because your plans and goals need a mix of short-term planning and advice and a long-term vision you can grow with. Whether it’s managing your overall financial world, anticipating and minimizing tax liability, or making your paperwork less of a hassle, we’re here to make it all more simple. And maybe even fun –– just don’t hold us to that.
Gopal Ghising
Director
Gopal is a dedicated professional who enjoys helping clients with their tax and accounting needs. He has provided tax and accounting services to a number of high net-worth individuals, various business entities, and non-profit organizations. Gopal holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from San Francisco State University and a Master of Science in Taxation from California State University, East Bay. He is a member of both the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the California Society of Certified Public Accountants. In his free time, he enjoys sports, spending time with family, and cooking.
David Holland
Principal
Kaycie Edeh
Strategic Operations Manager
Kaycie is a service oriented administrative professional at heart. She graduated from Sacramento State University with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration and Management, and after obtaining her degree, she worked for seven years, focusing on organizational transition at various private and public sector businesses. She thankfully found her niche in financial services and tax accounting firm management, after returning home from extensive work in Africa focusing on cross-cultural communication and relationship building. She brings organizational detail and big picture vision to firm operations, planning, internal processes, and client experience. When not at work, Kaycie enjoys spending time with her two young sons, exploring the beautiful surroundings that Northern California affords, and traveling back to Africa whenever the opportunity arises.
Charlie Balquist
Senior Tax Manager
After earning his Master’s degree from California State University at Hayward, Charlie began his accounting career with Price Waterhouse in San Jose. Soon he moved on to some regional CPA firms in the south bay where he worked both as an auditor and as a tax preparer. As an auditor, he has worked with clients in such industries as technology, not-for-profits, waste management, and construction. As a tax preparer, he has worked with a number of individual and small businesses. On a special temporary assignment, he successfully filed a 10-Q with the SEC for a publicly traded company. Charlie is both a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the California State Society of Certified Public Accountants. In his spare time, Charlie enjoys sports, golf, movies, and traveling.
Yvonne Chin
Senior Tax Manager
Michael Lin
Senior Tax Manager
Michael started his career at a global public accounting firm before transitioning to a local boutique firm in the Bay Area, where he worked for thirteen years before joining Bayshore. Michael enjoys working with clients to mitigate the tax impact of their income events throughout the year, with particular focus in compensation and stock option planning; real estate investment; partnership and S-Corp compliance; and trusts and estates planning. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Southern California and a Masters in Taxation from San Jose State University. In his free time, Michael enjoys reading and listening to books; watching and critically analyzing movies; and brainstorming dad jokes to share with his kids.
Tony Morales
Senior Tax Manager
Tony has worked in public accounting since 2011. Tony brings extensive experience in taxation, including legal resolution, trusts, estates, merger and acquisition consultancy. He is a meticulous problem solver who diligently represents his clients with calculated judgment and practice. Tony prides himself in his ability to break down complex tax matters in a manner that is more easily understood, for the educational benefit of others. He graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a Bachelors of Arts in Accounting and Master’s of Taxation in 2011 and 2015, respectively. Tony became a licensed Enrolled Agent in 2013 and a Florida Certified Public Accountant in 2019. He is currently the Treasurer for the Golfview Harbour Estate. Tony spends his free time with family and friends, occasionally plays basketball and cooks on the weekends.
Lillian Chen
Tax Manager
Lillian was born and raised in Taiwan. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Shih Chien University and a Master of Business Administration from the California State University, Los Angeles. She worked as a senior accountant providing tax and accounting service in a local firm in Diamond Bar, CA. She has tax and accounting experience in various industries for 14 years. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, hiking and food.
Sanaz Komijani
Tax Manager
Brent Meglaughlin
Tax Manager
Shefali Shah
Senior Tax Advisor
Sheldon Orton
Tax Advisor
Crystal Sanchez
Tax Advisor
Frankie Tang
Tax Advisor
Kara Virji-Gaidhar
Tax Advisor
Johanna Loera
Office Manager
Ashley Becerra
Administrative Assistant
Michelle Nguyen
Administrative Assistant
David Sorensen
Administrative Assistant
Emily Yang
Administrative Assistant
Emily was born and raised in the Bay Area and has years of experience working at various jobs. She graduated from UC Santa Cruz, where she received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Emily has previously worked in multiple administrative positions, including UC Santa Cruz’s Disability Resource Center, San Francisco’s California Public Utilities Commission, and Kohl’s as a store management intern. Emily is committed to being a reliable and friendly point of contact for everyone, and she is passionate about helping others. In her free time, she loves to discover new food and music, travel, and spend time with family and friends.
Alexis Garcia
Administrative Assistant
Alexis was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas and earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from Texas Southern University. She has 2 years experience as a Senior Bookkeeper at a small accounting firm in the Central Valley and now calls the Bay Area her home. Alexis enjoys her role as an administrative assistant as she appreciates helping others while making a positive impression on their day. During her free time she loves reading world history, being outdoors, and exploring the Bay Area.
Randy Bauerle
Principal
Randy graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and holds a Master of Taxation from Golden Gate University. Randy holds the designation of Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and a Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) credential. Randy spends his free time with family, and enjoys hiking with his dogs, exercise, and playing and watching various sports.
Anne Lee
Principal
Anne graduated from San Jose State University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and holds a Master of Science in Taxation from Golden Gate University. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the California Society of Certified Public Accountants. Anne was born and raised in Chicago, IL and spends her free time with family, enjoys travel, hiking, and new dining experiences.
Kyle Ray
Associate Director
Kyle started her career in private accounting, while attending San Jose State University and earning her degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting. She joined the firm Bauerle, Lee & Associates team in 2011 and has been a licensed CPA since 2013. Her experience includes tax preparation, planning, and consulting for individuals, corporations, and partnerships. Kyle also has experience in review and compilation engagements, along with Government contractor financial reporting. She plays a major role with business clients and assists with the oversight of client accounting and bookkeeping, which includes the preparation of numerous informational business returns. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, being outdoors, traveling, and keeping up with her two girls and all their activities.
Sarah Lippold
Senior Business Advisory Manager
Shyun Duh, CPA
Senior Tax Advisor
Kendrick Lee
Tax Manager
Unica Lapuz
Tax Advisor
Kelly Schaub
Office Manager