Kendall Chavez grew up in Long Beach, CA and went on to graduate from the University of Colorado before returning to Southern California to settle in Oceanside. After beginning her career at Sempra Energy, she shifted to tax strategy, founding Taxes by the Sea, a boutique firm dedicated to providing clear and effective tax solutions for creative professionals.

Kendall is now the Chief Operating Officer at Wigand Integrated Tax & Advisory, where she focuses on integrating personalized tax and wealth strategies for business owners and high-net-worth individuals. She finds joy in simplifying complex financial concepts and providing tailored tax strategies for her clients.

Outside of her professional life, Kendall enjoys being outdoors, cooking, taking care of her plants, meeting animals, and spending time with her husband, daughter, and dog.