About Us

Amy Beck, Owner and Tax Preparer of Lakeside Legacy, has worked in the accounting industry for over 15+ years. 

Learning from her mother, Kimberly Chidester, and the former family business, she wanted to continue the family legacy and serve their loyal clients.

Amy attends the Cornell Tax Conference every year to stay up to date on any changes in the tax laws from year to year.

In her personal time, Amy enjoys spending time with her fiancé Kevin, 2 children, Roman & Astella, and traveling to Naples, FL!

Kristina West, our VP of Operations and Sr. Payroll & Bookkeeping Specialist, has been working in the family business for over 30 years!

Her knowledge, experience, and expertise in her field have allowed her to possess a skill set that we value as an asset to our office and to our clients.

Kristina enjoys spending time with her husband, Ken, and daughter, Taylor, and is also an avid beach lover!

Shannon, Tax Office Assistant and Payroll & Bookkeeping Specialist, is excited to resume her career in the accounting industry!

Her friendly personality and expanding skillset provides our clients with overall customer satisfaction!

As a military child, she has been able to travel and live in many different cities and countries. 

Outside of work, Shannon, and her son Greyson, enjoy going on hikes or having living room dance parties!