Kristin Sue Ellison
CPA, CGMA
Originally from Iowa, Kristin graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1990. She began her career in public accounting with Price Waterhouse, LLP in their Denver, Colorado office. She joined Peacock and French in 2016.
A Certified Public Accountant since 1992, Kristin has extensive experience in the areas of financial statement auditing, taxation, business management and consulting.
PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS
Certified Public Accountant – State of Florida - CPA
Chartered Global Management Accountant - CGMA
EDUCATION
University of Iowa – undergrad studies
University of Northern Colorado – B.S.
INTERESTS
Enjoys the beach, bicycling, cooking, and anything that involves being outside.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Sarasota (Venice) Chalk Festival – former team captain
United Way of South Sarasota County – allocation committee member
Venice Sailing Squadron – former treasurer
Debbie Heydt
Accountant
Debbie Heydt moved to Venice in 1986 from Western New York. She has an Associate’s degree in Accounting and has worked over 25 years as a Bookkeeper and Office Manager in the Venice area.
She came to Peacock & French in 2014 and has been able to use her skill, knowledge and experience in servicing our clients. Call Debbie today to set up an appointment for your initial consultation with Peacock & French, CPAs, P.A.
Jeff R. French
Accountant
Originally from Ohio, Jeff graduated from the University of South Florida in 1973 and became a Certified Public Accountant in 1975. Jeff has been a shareholder of CPA firms in the Sarasota and Venice areas during his career.
In addition to his tax and audit experience, Jeff is an active Peer Reviewer for the AICPA’s Peer Review program and has held numerous leadership roles with the FICPA.
PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS
Certified Public Accountant – CPA - State of Florida
AICPA - Peer Reviewer
FICPA - Gulf Coast Chapter – past President and served on various committees
EDUCATION
University of South Florida – B.S.
INTERESTS
Enjoys bicycling on the Legacy Trail and spending time in the North Carolina mountains.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Loveland Center – past Board member
Sertoma Club of Sarasota – past President
Venice Kiwanis Club – past member
Frank Ray Peacock
CPA, President, Managing Partner
Frank is a second-generation Florida CPA. A lifelong resident of southwest Florida, and a graduate of Venice High School and Florida Southern College, Frank has been a practicing CPA for more than 20 years.
Frank’s primary focus is on taxation and planning for individuals, families, businesses, trust & estates with an emphasis on managing and expanding their overall net worth.
Frank began his public accounting career working with his dad, Tom Peacock at the firm of Peacock & Company – in Venice of course!
PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS
Certified Public Accountant – CPA - State of Florida
AICPA - member
FICPA - member
EDUCATION
Florida Southern College – B.S.
INTERESTS
Frank spends his spare time with his wife Tricia, daughter Kendall and son Dalton. They enjoy boating, camping and the Florida lifestyle.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Frank is one of the founding supporters of the Loveland Center’s Annual Christmas BBQ – an event that is coming up on its tenth year! He is actively involved with local youth sports and coaching and has been for more than 25 years. He is also a proud supporter of all Venice High School sports including the football team coached by his brother John – Go Indians!