Daniel J. O'Hare, CPA, Principal

Dan was born in Sacramento and raised in Porterville, CA. In 1985, he graduated from University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and started his career in public accounting with Ernst & Whinney in the Fresno area. After falling in love with the Central Coast, Dan and his wife moved to San Luis Obispo. In 1989 Dan accepted a position at GBP&B and has developed specializations in tax with flow through entities and corporations, real estate, hospitality and manufacturing industries. Dan became Managing Principal of the firm in 2000. Dan is a member of AICPA, CalCPA (Past Treasurer & past President of Central Coast Chapter), CalCPA Leadership Program, AICPA National Banking School, and Audit committee member for the Board of Heritage Oaks Bank.

Away from the office:
Dan is an avid golfer and enjoys running and coaching soccer.
Dan finds Lance Armstrong’s biography inspiring and loves watching the Lakers play Basketball.
In 1996, Dan was named the American Cancer Society Volunteer of the Year

Professional Influences, Ideas and Advice:
 Dan’s enthusiasm for the firm and his career are most accurately summarized in a recent thought: “Here at GBP&B, we don't have a fancy slogan or an elegantly worded mission statement. What we have is way more important. We have a dedicated group of professionals who come together when things get tight, and really help each other out. I know that no matter what happens, somebody here at GBP&B has my back and vice versa. This makes me proud."
With the technological advancements achieved in the field of accounting, Dan appreciates the gains in efficiency but also recognizes the additional complexities facing both the firm and the clients.
Dan’s advice to accounting students includes: “Enjoy your free time! Take a trip after college and be ready to work when you join the work force. Get the CPA exam done as soon as you can.”
The fact that each day brings with it new challenges and opportunities to help clients reach their financial goals is particularly rewarding for Dan.