At Brander Professional Corporation, Chartered Professional Accountant, we are experienced accountants, dedicated to continually expanding our knowledge, and staying up-to-date with the latest tax and accounting information. Our friendly team is made up of some outstanding individuals with a diverse range of interests and backgrounds.
Jim Brander
Principal & Managing Partner
Jim attended the University of Saskatchewan where he obtained a Bachelor of Commerce degree. He’s been a Chartered Accountant in Alberta and British Columbia since 1990 and has been managing his own accounting business since 2003. Prior to venturing out on his own Jim gained experience articling with KPMG and worked as an investment advisor with the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) Dominion Securities.
In his personal life, Jim finds happiness spending time with his children. He enjoys being active, boxing and running in competitive races. He’s a fan of baseball and classic cars.
Kailey Murphy
Senior Accountant / Manager
Kailey holds an Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree from Laurentian University. She is currently enrolled in the CPA PEP Program as a CPA Candidate. She has been working in public practice since 2009.
Kailey enjoys getting outdoors in the garden, cooking and wine.
Glenn Garalde
Senior Accountant
Glenn has been practicing in the Public Accounting industry since 1990. He obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a major in accounting from the University of the City of Manila. Glenn became a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) in the Phillipines and took the US CPA Exam following a 3-year Income Tax program with H&R Block.
Glenn’s interests include photography and sports cars. He enjoys continuing his education in accounting to stay up-to-date with changing designations and practices.
Lindsay Guislain
Accounting Student
Lindsay obtained her Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of New Brunswick, where she graduated with an Honours Major in Accounting and a Concentration in Finance. Since graduating she has moved from the East Coast to Calgary to pursue a career in Accounting. She is currently enrolled in the CPA program and is working towards her designation.
Lindsay’s personal interests include DIY projects, travelling, being outdoors, hiking, and keeping active.
Dalton Jones
Accounting Student
Dalton has a Bachelor of Business Administration (Accounting Major) from Camosun College and is currently enrolled in the CPA program. He has worked in public and private accounting since 2013.
Dalton enjoys lifting weights, cooking and riding his motorcycle.
