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Nichols, Rick, & Co is now SVA, PC.

We are excited to announce that effective December 1, 2025, Nichols, Rick and Company has transitioned to SVA, PC. All staff including the Managing Partner, John Rick, CPA (John) have made the transition. John  will remain as a partner, and Joe Escobar, CPA (Joe) will become the new Managing Partner. A seamless transition is expected in terms of service, professionalism, and responsiveness. John will gradually reduce his workload over time.

About Joe

Certified Public Accountant - California Board of Accountancy 137017

Certified Government Financial Manager - AGA 19200

CalCPA volunteer

AICPA member

BS - University of California, Riverside

Masters in Accounting and Financial Management - Keller School of Management

About John

Certified Public Accountant - California Board of Accountancy 56608

Chartered Financial Analyst - the CFA Institute 32023

Certified Fraud Examiner - Credential 52252

Past Chair of CalCPA nonprofit audit committee

AICPA - Division for Firms 423030

BA - University of Wisconsin

MBA - San Jose State

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