Balancing the demands of parenthood with her aspirations, Kellin embarked on the tax course journey while finding time amidst her many responsibilities. Upon successfully completing the program, she secured a position as a tax preparer at a local office. Citing her diligence and competence, her employer eventually extended an offer for her to take ownership of the establishment. Kellin now stands as the proud owner of a tax preparation office in her hometown.
Nan Hardesty completed the tax course in 1983 and, singing its praises, encouraged Richard to complete his in 1989. Together they founded Rising Wolf Tax Preparation reaching over 200 clients in Northwestern Montana. Nan passed away in 2022 after 32 years in the tax preparation field. Richard retired in 2024.
“Nan prepared my tax return and reviewed it with me, showing how I qualified for a refund. I was very impressed so I asked her how she'd learned to do taxes. She told me all about National Tax Training School.