About Us
About Our Firm
For over 60 years, Himes, Slater & Hershberger, LLC has been providing quality, personalized financial guidance to local individuals and businesses. Our expertise ranges from basic tax preparation and accounting services to financial statement preparation.
By combining our expertise, experience and the team mentality of our staff, we assure that every client receives the close analysis and attention they deserve. Our dedication to high standards, hiring qualified tax professionals, and our strong work ethic is the reason our client base returns year after year.
Our Mission
Our Mission is to assist clients in achieving their financial goals whether that be starting a business, operating a successful venture or implementing a succession plan. There are many situations at the personal and business level that require evaluation and judgment. Seemingly minor decisions today may have major ramifications tomorrow. With this in mind, we realize the importance of open communication in reaching an understanding of a client's needs by listening, evaluating and planning followed by proactive service.
We have been a presence in the Wayne County, Ohio area as well as surrounding counties for more than sixty years, and greatly value the mutually beneficial relationships that have developed over the years. We believe commitment to integrity and service has contributed to building relationships of trust. We value the opportunity to serve our community.
Our Team
-Principal Herb joined HSH in 1973. He lives near Kidron, Ohio, with his wife Deb. They have three grown sons, Kevin, Tyler & Jared. Herb received his bachelor's degrees in Accounting and Business from Bluffton University. He attended the University of Akron in the Master's program for Business and received an Organ major from Ashland University. He has been practicing as a Certified Public Accountant since 1977. Herb specializes in individual, partnership, corporate and fiduciary taxation, compilations & reviews and consulting. Herb is a member of the Ohio Society of CPAs. He enjoys volunteer work with local community nonprofit organizations such as MCC Connections, Ohio Mennonite Relief Sale and serves as a church musician at Salem Mennonite Church. In his leisure time, Herb enjoys biking, reading, working in the yard, and spending time with his family. Certifications: CPAHerb Himes, CPA
-Principal John joined HSH in 1976. He is a lifelong resident of Wayne County and lives near Apple Creek, Ohio, with his wife Jane. They have two grown children, Susan & Rob. John is a graduate of Northwestern High School and received his bachelor's degree in Accounting and Mathematics from Bluffton University. He has been practicing as a Certified Public Accountant since 1981. John specializes in individual, partnership, corporate and fiduciary taxation, compilations & reviews and consulting. John is a member of the Ohio Society of CPAs. He is active in the Wooster United Methodist Church serving as Conference Delegate, Treasurer and member of the SPRC and Finance Committees. He enjoys Men's Bible Studies, gardening and is a die-hard Cleveland Indians fan. Certifications: CPAJohn Slater, CPA
-Principal John David joined HSH in 2012. He is a lifelong resident of Wayne County and lives in Orrville with his wife Rebecca and two sons. John David obtained his bachelor's degree in Accounting and Business Administration from Malone University. He obtained his Masters of Business Administration from Ashland University in 2017. John David's area of concentration is financial statement preparation. John David and Rebecca attend Grace Church in Wooster and he is a member of Sonnenberg Station, a men's choral ensemble. He also enjoys staying fit and active through playing sports, primarily soccer. Certifications: CPAJohn David Eades, CPA, MBA
-Principal, QuickBooks ProAdviser Anita joined HSH in 2003. She lives near Kidron, Ohio, with her husband Jeff. They have three children, Douglas, Natalie & Andrew. Anita received her bachelor's degree in Accounting and Business Administration from Malone University. She has been practicing as a Certified Public Accountant since 2000. She has been a Certified QuickBooks ProAdviser since 2006. Anita specializes in individual, partnership & corporate taxation, compilations, QuickBooks set up, training and support. Anita is a member of the Ohio Society of CPAs and the American Institute of CPAs. She is active in the Orrville Mennonite Church where she regularly plays in the worship band on Sunday mornings, works with the Youth Group, and is a consultant to the finance committee. She also enjoys attending her children's sporting functions, gardening and running. Certifications: CPA, Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisorAnita Fisher, CPA
-Senior Accountant, QuickBooks ProAdviser Nannette joined HSH in 2011. She lives in Canton, Ohio, with her husband Don. They have three grown sons, Andrew, Chris & Stephen. Nannette graduated from Stark State College with an Associate degree in Accounting and continued her education at the University of Akron. She has worked in public and corporate accounting since 1979. She is also a certified QuickBooks ProAdviser. Nannette specializes in corporate and partnership taxation, compilations & reviews, and QuickBooks set up, training and support. Nannette is an Associate Member of the Ohio Society of CPAs and chapter coordinator of the Northeast Ohio Chapter of the PKD Foundation. She enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, and visiting national parks as well as volunteering at her church. Certifications: Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisorNannette Robison
-Principal Joshua joined HSH in 2013. He lives in Dalton, Ohio, with his wife Emily and two daughters. Joshua graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance. Joshua’s area of concentration is financial statement preparation and taxation. Joshua enjoys athletics, backpacking, fishing and most outdoor activities. He is an active member of Grace Church in Wooster. He also is a volunteer EMT-Advanced and firefighter with East Wayne Fire District.Joshua Hershberger
-Principal Joel joined HSH in 2017. He lives in Dalton, Ohio, with his wife Kirsten and two sons, Hensley and Arlo. Joel grew up in Dalton and is a graduate of Dalton High School. He also has a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Indiana Wesleyan University. In his free time Joel enjoys spending time with his family and friends. Joel especially enjoys working on "DIY" projects around the house and teaching his boys along the way. Joel and his family attend Living Water Church in Massillon.Joel Hershberger