Our 80 Year Timeline

As we celebrate 80 years serving the Central Valley, it’s a moment of pride to reflect on the generations of hard work, dedication, and commitment to our community. Our journey has been shaped by the trust and support of the people we serve, and we remain steadfast in our mission to continue providing exceptional service for many more years to come. Thank you for being a part of our story!

1944
The Firm Begins

After many years as an employee of Bank of America, Mr. James DeMera, Sr., entered the field of public accounting. It was at this time that the firm began.

1951
The Practice Moves Locations

Mr. DeMera, Sr., moved his Public Accounting practice to 927 North Fulton. He continued operating as a sole proprietor until entering partnership with James DeMera, Jr. The name of the firm at that time was DeMera and DeMera, Tax Consultants.

1955
Success!

James DeMera, Jr. obtained his CPA certificate.

1962
New Beginnings

Howard DeMera obtained his CPA certificate and joined his father and brother in forming a new partnership. The name of the firm was changed to DeMera, DeMera and DeMera, Tax Consultants.

1963
Welcome, Mark!

Mark Cameron joined the firm as a junior accountant.

1964
Farewell, Senior...

Mr. DeMera, Sr., retired and the name of the firm was changed to DeMera and DeMera, Certified Public Accountants. James and Howard DeMera remained as partners.

1968
DDC CPA is Officially Formed!

Mr. Cameron obtained his CPA certificate and was admitted as a partner on January 1, 1968. The partnership began doing business as DeMera, DeMera and Cameron, Certified Public Accountants.

1975
New Office as DDC CPA

The company moved its operations to 1589 West Shaw Avenue on December 26, 1975.

1977
Farewell, James...

In December 1977, James DeMera, Jr. withdrew from the firm as he was no longer practicing as a CPA.

1978
DDC CPA Becomes Incorporated

In July 1978 the firm was incorporated as DeMera, DeMera & Cameron Accountancy Corporation. The Corporation relocated its business to 5080 North Fruit, Suite #101 in December 1985.

1987
Small Changes...

As of January 1987, the firm officially changed its name to DeMera DeMera Cameron, A Professional Accountancy Corporation.

2006
Big Changes...

Howard DeMera and Mark Cameron sold the firm to managers of the firm-Andrew J. Cameron, CPA, Evin Edwards II, CPA, Kip J Martin, CPA, Michael R. Davin, CPA and Shelley M. Nakaguchi, CPA. A new limited liability partnership named DeMera DeMera Cameron, was formed with this ownership change. Howard and Mark continue to participate in and advise the firm. Howard J. DeMera and Mark Cameron remain of counsel as of 2006.

2015
Farewell, Mark...

After 52 years, Mark Cameron retired from public accounting in April 2015.

2019
Congrats, Timothy!

Timothy Downum celebrated 35 years on 10/17/2019.

2020
DDC Acquires Balvir Bains CPA

Acquired Bains & Associates Accountancy - Balvir Bains, CPA as of Jan 2020.

2020
Congratulations, Titus!

Titus Verzosa celebrated 25 years on 12/01/2020.

2020
Farewell, Elise...

Elise Moeck retired in 2020 after 30 years of service.

2021
Congrats, Tammy!

Tammy Bibb celebrated 20 years of service on 02/05/2021.

2021
DDC Acquires Cynthia Wiederhold, CPA

DDC acquired Cynthia Wiederhold, CPA as of May 2021. 

2022
Farewell, Beverly...

Beverly Walter retired in 2022 after 43 years of service.

2023
Congratulations, Melanie!

Melanie Jones-Mathis celebrates 20 years of service on 01/05/2023.

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