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Greater Iowa Credit Union (GICU) is a member-owned financial cooperative established in June 1932 by a group of Iowa State University employees. It has grown to serve over 36,000 members across a 33-county area in Central and Western Iowa, managing assets between $624 million and $667 million. GICU is federally insured and state-chartered, emphasizing its commitment to the financial well-being of its members and the communities it serves. GICU offers a range of financial services typical of credit unions, including banking services like checking and savings accounts, loans for personal, auto, and business needs, and possibly investment services. The credit union operates nine branch locations in cities such as Ames, Ankeny, and Des Moines, providing localized service. GICU is also dedicated to community engagement, having received recognition as the Best Credit Union in Crawford County and Story County multiple times.
Our team of accountants boasts prestigious accreditations from the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants and Chartered Accountants Worldwide. As a Registered Filing Agent and Qualified Individual with ACRA, we bring a wealth of expertise to the table. With experience gained from the Big 4 accounting firms, our professionals have a proven track record in serving clients across various sectors, including construction, manufacturing, and retail. We are committed to being your trusted financial advisor and tax planner, guiding you every step of the way on your journey to success. Let us help you achieve your business goals with confidence and precision.
Mission Statement Each day we make a personal commitment to go beyond - build deeper relationships, provide innovative solutions, work collaboratively as a team, serve our community, and be active stewards for the future of Glenn Burdette. Commitment to Service Accounting is often called a numbers business, but we view it as a service business. We are deeply committed to serving our clients, who are responsible for our success; our employees, who are the heart and soul of our firm; and our community, where we make our homes, raise our families and participate in activities that enrich our lives. Dedication to Clients Our goal is to go above and beyond for our clients, creatively applying our expertise and experience to meet their individual needs. We help them seize opportunities today, and offer solutions for their challenges ahead. We serve a diverse base of large, middle-market and small owner-managed businesses in a wide range of industries, and we are also proud to serve a number of nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies and individuals. Loyalty to Employees We foster an environment where hard work and client service are rewarded. In 2000, Glenn Burdette became the first CPA firm in California to become employee owned, developing an authentic investment in the professional development and personal success of our team. We believe that happy employees make the most satisfied clients. Involvement in Community Community service is integral to the culture of Glenn Burdette. Our employees serve on local nonprofit boards, and are active in chambers of commerce and service clubs from Santa Maria to Paso Robles.
Smardt Chiller Group is a global leader in oil-free centrifugal chiller technology, focusing on high-efficiency HVAC solutions for commercial, industrial, and institutional applications. Founded in 2005 by Roger Richmond-Smith and Ron Conry, the company has over 25 years of experience in magnetic bearing compressors and oil-free systems. Smardt operates manufacturing facilities in Canada, the USA, Australia, Germany, and China, with more than 10,000 chillers installed worldwide. The company offers a range of products, including water-cooled, air-cooled, and evaporative-cooled chillers, as well as customizable modular systems. All chillers utilize oil-free centrifugal compressors with magnetic bearings, which enhance energy efficiency and reduce maintenance needs. Smardt also provides custom engineering, global support for installation and maintenance, and energy efficiency consulting to help clients optimize their systems and reduce carbon footprints. The company serves various industries, including government facilities, pharmaceutical manufacturing, data centers, and hospitals, emphasizing reliability and sustainability in its solutions.