Our Team

Patrick T. Walz, CPA, CVA

Mr. Walz, partner, has 29 years of experience in public accounting. He is a graduate of University of Michigan and specializes in compilations, reviews, audits, business valuations, computer systems and the preparation of financial statements for corporate clients in the manufacturing and retail industries.

Christina M. Heap, CPA

Mrs. Heap, partner, is a graduate of Siena Heights University with a Bachelor's of Business Administration in Accounting. Mrs. Heap also holds a Masters in Business Administration from Walsh College. Tina has 28 years of public accounting experience and specializes in providing tax and other related services to physicians and small businesses.

Crystal Rose, CPA, MST

Crystal is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University with a Master’s of Science in Taxation.  She has been part of the Bond & Company team since 2017 and specializes in tax planning and research. Crystal has over five years of public accounting experience. Crystal is also on the board of Smiles on Wheels – a not-for-profit organization providing quality oral health care for the community. Currently Crystal is working on her Doctorate of Business Administration at Walsh College.

Keri Philipp

Mrs. Philipp is a graduate of Baker College with a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Accounting and minor study of Computer Information Systems. She has more than 15 years in customer service experience. Keri began working for Bond & Company in 2018 and looks forward to serving the company and its clients for many years to come. 

Damien Lazarus

Damien is graduate of Western Michigan University where he earned his Bachelor Degree in Accounting.  He is currently working toward acquiring his CPA license. Damien likes to spend time at his family’s cottage in the U.P. where he can ride snowmobiles and go off-road on the two track.

Michaella Vogt

Michaella has almost 10 years of experience in customer service. She is a 2020 graduate of Jackson College with an Associate Degree in Business Administration, and has plans to pursue her Bachelor Degree in the same area of study. Michaella’s favorite sport in school was volleyball and now she plays for fun with her friends.

Patricia Budd

Patricia has over 27 years in preparing payroll, bookkeeping and many other Administrative duties. She is a graduate from Jackson College with an Associate Degree and has a certificate from Jackson Area Career Center in Office Occupations. Patricia is a member at the Jackson YMCA and really enjoys Zumba class.

Emily Walker

Emily graduated Cum Laude from Central Michigan University in 2022. She received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting and Finance. Emily enjoys kayaking, golfing, and baking with her friends and family in her free time.