At Cole, Evans & Peterson, Certified Public Accountants, we take pride in our long history of providing exceptional service to our clients. With roots dating back to October 1957, our firm has grown to become one of the largest local accounting firms in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Our Firm's Mission
Our primary operating objective is to provide our clients with excellent, cost-effective professional services, ensuring satisfying careers for our partners and personnel. We strive actively and continuously for excellence of performance and higher levels of service through a practice that adheres to professional standards and ethics, and commands the respect of our colleagues and clients.
Our Staff
Our team of talented and dedicated professionals includes Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), certified public accountants, and staff members who share our commitment to exceptional service. Our staff is composed of:
- Partners: William Jefferson Cole, CPA; Anne-Marie Cole, CPA; Faye D. Barfield, CPA; Steven W. Hedgepeth, CPA; Timothy W. Borst, CPA; Kelly B. Nelson, CPA; Steven R. Bayer, CPA; Eric D. Smith, CPA; George D. (Trey) Fauber III, CPA; Bailey B. Baynham, CPA; R. Scott Moore, CPA; Robert A. Busby, CPA; Matthew R. Hahn, CPA; Adam J. Cain, CPA; Barry S. Shipp, CPA; and Of Counsel Carol T. Barnes, CPA, and Austin G. Robertson, Jr., CPA.
- Accountants: J. Amy Hemmings, CPA; Mandi Rose Killian, CPA; Sara E. Hedgepeth, CPA; Jana Johnston Cox, CPA; Mary Hannah Williams, CPA; Jacob A. Tadlock, CPA; Madison P. Laird, CPA; Rachel L. Brimer; Christopher A. Williams, CPA; Bonnie C. Pesnell, CPA; Theresa D. Parker; and Staff Bonnie Allen; Darren Fulco; Christina Pourteau; Rick Bagnard; Lori Gerardy; Hannah Ray; Tina Burford; Marlin Hadley; Rebecca Robertson; Carrie Cagle; Anna Little; Danielle Ulrich; Molly Carroll; Melissa Malone; Mark Webb; Vickie Collom; Cindy Millen; Carol Ye; Jennifer Cooper; Casey Morgan; Kathleen Yerby; Lois Point.
Accounting Services
We offer a wide range of services to our individual and business clients. Our clients benefit from getting personalized, quality service. We provide:
- Accounting & Tax Services: Reviews, Payroll Processing/Payroll Tax Services, Compilations, Write-up, Accounting, Business Tax Return Preparation, Legal Support, Individual Tax Return Preparation, Tax Planning, Estate Tax Return Preparation, Management Advisory, Financial Planning, Retirement Planning, Estate Planning, Risk Management, Asset Allocation, College Funding, and Tax Planning.
- Financial Planning Services: IRAs, 401(k) Plans, Pension Plans, 403(b) Plans, SEPs, Profit Sharing Plans, Employee Benefits, Health Savings Accounts, Cafeteria Plan Administration, and Information Technology Services.
- Computer Consulting & Networking Services: Microsoft Services, PC Desktop Support, and Securely Share Files.
We take pride in being a one-office local CPA firm with about 70 people, believing that our firm has an excellent reputation and is among the leading firms in the area.
Our History
Cole, Evans & Peterson was organized in October 1957. Our firm has enjoyed substantial growth since its inception.
Louisiana Main Street Grant Recovery Program
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Professional Service
The following review highlights the exceptional service provided by Trey and his team at the Watley Insurance Group. Wayne Watley, the author of the review, speaks highly of their professionalism and responsiveness, stating that they "always go above and beyond" for his company. He even mentions that if he could, he would give them more than 5 stars.
Unsatisfactory Experience
However, a diametrically opposed review is provided by Brushy Bandit. The author recounts a negative experience with Trey, describing their interaction as rude and insulting. The reviewer claims that Trey spoke to their wife in a manner that caused them to withdraw their business from the insurance group. Moreover, the author expresses disappointment in Trey's behavior, stating that their reputation is at odds with the positive image often attributed to them.
