Davis Farr LLP

Type 1 or Type 2? 🤔

If you're considering a SOC examination, understanding the difference can help you determine which approach makes sense for your organization.

Swipe through for the simple distinction between SOC Type 1 and Type 2 examinations, and learn what each one tells you about your control environment.

Still have questions? Visit the link to learn more about our SOC services and connect with our team 🔗 https://bit.ly/44sO5Bi

At the Core | Trustworthy 🤝

Each year, our team recognizes the colleagues who best embody our six core values through peer nominations and the stories that bring those values to life.

We're proud to begin celebrating our 2026 Core Value Recipients with Krisztina Varga, our Guardian of Trust recipient, recognized for inspiring confidence, acting with integrity, and consistently upholding the highest ethical standards.

Swipe through to discover why her peers nominated her and what being Trustworthy means to Krisztina 💙

New Faces. New Perspectives. Same Davis Farr 💙

We're excited to welcome Adrienne Francisco to our Carlsbad office and Viola Elkes, CPA to our Irvine office as our newest Staff Auditors!

Every career journey is unique, and we're proud to have two professionals joining our team with different experiences, fresh perspectives, and a shared passion for learning and growth.

Adrienne is a graduate of the University of Guam with a bachelor's degree in Accounting and is looking forward to earning his CPA license next year. Outside of work, he enjoys weightlifting, traveling to Japan, watching the UFC and NBA, and spending time with family and friends.

Viola joins Davis Farr with more than 10 years of experience in financial reporting and an active California CPA license. As she begins this new chapter in auditing, she looks forward to continuing her professional growth. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and traveling.

We're excited to have Adrienne and Viola as part of the Davis Farr team and can't wait to see all they'll accomplish.

💙 Join us in giving them a warm welcome!

C-Suite Stories: Jeff Ball, Partner 🎸

Meet Jeff Ball, Partner and leader of our Tacoma, Washington office. In this edition of C-Suite Stories, Jeff shares his perspective on building lasting client relationships, finding meaning in the work, and one unexpected chapter from his high school years.

1️⃣ What do you believe is the foundation of a lasting client relationship?
Communication. In the audit world, it is crucial to ensuring a positive relationship. Regularly scheduled meetings and even impromptu calls establish more than just timelines and pending items, they are opportunities for both auditors and clients to genuinely get to know one another as people.

2️⃣ What advice would you give to someone just beginning their career in public accounting?
The work is the work - people make it worth doing. You chose a career in accounting, so its likely you are not in for the high-octane day-to-day life as a travel influencer. What makes my job worth it is showing up each day to find happy, supportive, like-minded colleagues working together toward shared goals.

3️⃣ What's something people might be surprised to learn about you?
In high school I played guitar/bass in a mock-emo band named, Tuesday's November 🎸

Different experiences shape different perspectives. We're grateful to have Jeff's experience, humor, and people-first approach as part of Davis Farr's leadership.

Get to know the people behind the Partner title 💙

At Davis Farr, our core values are more than words on a wall. They are reflected in the people who live them every day 💙

We're excited to introduce our 2026 Core Value Recipients, each nominated by their peers for the meaningful ways they embody one of our six core values. Every nomination included stories of collaboration, leadership, kindness, and the everyday moments that make our culture what it is.

Over the next six months, our At the Core series will introduce each recipient, share the value they represent, and highlight the impact they've made on the people around them 👏

We can't wait to share these incredible people with you!

Unified is one of our six core values at Davis Farr 🤝

To us, being unified means showing up for one another, sharing knowledge, and working toward a common purpose. It is the everyday moments of collaboration that strengthen our teams and shape our culture.

Krisztina Varga also shared this reflection:

"The strength of Davis Farr is not any one individual; it's the people around us who are willing to step in, support one another, and work toward a common goal." 💙

SOC 1 and SOC 2 Examinations are often mentioned together, but they serve different purposes 🔍

In this edition of SOC Insights, we're breaking down the key differences to help you better understand which examination may be the right fit for your organization.

Whether you're exploring SOC reporting for the first time or looking to strengthen your organization's controls, understanding the distinction is an important first step.

Have questions about SOC Examinations? Visit the link to learn more and connect with our team! 💻 https://bit.ly/44sO5Bi