Our Team
Ann Sutherland, CA, CFP
As cofounder of Sutherland Watt, Ann brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and expertise to the team and has enjoyed a leadership role in the firm since 2003. Passionately dedicated to her work and her community, Ann has been coordinating registration for Run for the Cure events in the city for over ten years. She is also a current VP Finance of the Halifax Assistance Fund.
Ann graduated with an Honours Degree in Business Administration from the University of Western Ontario in 1979 and obtained her Chartered Accountant designation in 1981. She completed her CFP designation in 2001 and is a current member in good standing with both the Financial Planners Standards Council and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nova Scotia. Anne has also instructed various accounting, auditing, and taxation courses at Saint Mary's University in Halifax.
Robyn Watt-Dixon, CA, CFP
As cofounder of Sutherland Watt, Robyn remains true to the core philosophies of the firm – excellent quality of work and client service in an atmosphere that encourages a strong work-life balance. Robyn has been volunteering her accounting expertise and management skills with not-for-profit organizations in Halifax throughout her career, and her experience as a certified Yoga teacher brings an honest and balanced approach to her practice.
Robyn obtained her Bachelor of Commerce in 1990 and her CA designation, with honors, in 1994. She obtained her CFP Designation in 2001 and continues to be a member in good standing with the Financial Planners Standards Council, as well as the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nova Scotia. Robyn has enjoyed a leadership role with Sutherland Watt since 2003.
Katie Houghton, CA
Katie joined the Sutherland Watt team in January 2010. She enjoys developing relationships with her clients, and believes this is especially important while working with small, owner-managed businesses and not-for-profit organizations.Katie graduated, with honours, from Mount Saint Vincent University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in 2003. She obtained her CA designation in the spring of 2006.
Candace Vieira
Candace joined the Sutherland Watt team in 2009 as a part-time Administrative Assistant responsible for the internal bookkeeping of the firm and for ensuring the office runs as smoothly as possible. She also actively involves herself in the local community by volunteering her time and organizational skills as a producer for a local theatre group.Candace graduated from NSCC in the mid-1980s. Her professional career started with an offshore oil consulting company, followed by HBC Bank of Canada. In 1989, she joined an economic consulting company as the Office Manager responsible for coordination of proposals, reports, and bookkeeping.
Krista Donnelly
Krista obtained her CA designation in 1995 after graduating from the University of Waterloo with her Bachelor of Mathematics. Krista worked in the offshore Hedge Fund Administration industry in Bermuda for 10 years before settling in Nova Scotia in 2006.
Ella
Meet Ella, the official Sutherland Watt greeter and stress reliever. Ella's presence in our office also keeps the atmosphere positive and light. One look at her relaxing in the office and all of our worries melt away!Certainly, if you have allergies or any other concerns about the dog, please contact us and we will ensure that she is safely secured out of the common areas before you arrive.