Nasif, Hicks, Harris & Co., LLP Celebrates 50th Year in Business

Full-service public accounting firm marks half-century milestone in Santa Barbara and Ventura

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Nasif, Hicks, Harris & Co., LLP (NHH & Co.), a full-service public accounting firm founded in 1976, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The firm, which has locations in Santa Barbara and Ventura, provides a range of accounting and tax services to local, regional, national, and international clients.

Why it matters

The longevity of NHH & Co. is a testament to the firm's commitment to delivering superior accounting and tax services, as well as sound business advice, which has enabled it to gain the lasting trust and confidence of its clients. The milestone also highlights the firm's ability to adapt and thrive in an evolving business landscape over the past five decades.

The details

NHH & Co. was founded by William J. Nasif, CPA, in 1976 and has since grown to include 11 partners and a team of 30 Certified Public Accountants, 8 Bookkeepers, and 33 staff members. The firm specializes in serving a wide range of closely held businesses, including those in the high technology, construction, real estate, and professional service industries. Its services include preparation of individual, business, estate and trust tax returns, financial statement audits, reviews and compilations, business consulting, trust and court accountings, and general bookkeeping.

  • NHH & Co. was founded in 1976.
  • The firm is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026.

The players

William J. Nasif

Founder of Nasif, Hicks, Harris & Co., LLP and a Certified Public Accountant.

Jeffery P. Harris

Partner at Nasif, Hicks, Harris & Co., LLP and specializes in tax services.

Jody Dolan Holehouse

Partner at Nasif, Hicks, Harris & Co., LLP and a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Management Accountant, specializing in tax services.

Joe Bishop

Partner at Nasif, Hicks, Harris & Co., LLP, working out of the firm's Ventura office, and a Certified Public Accountant with a Master of Science in Taxation.

Rachelle O. Barnier

Partner at Nasif, Hicks, Harris & Co., LLP, based in the Santa Barbara office, and a Certified Public Accountant.

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What they’re saying

“We are proud that for 50 years, our clients have relied on our expertise in the same way a large business relies on its chief financial officer. Our longevity comes from delivering only superior accounting and tax services and sound business advice. That focus has enabled us to gain our clients' lasting trust and confidence.”

— Bill Nasif (independent.com)

“This 50-year milestone is a testament to the leadership and vision of our founder, Bill Nasif. Bill's dedication to the personal and business success of our clients has been instilled into the culture of our firm and allows our firm to thrive and continue to grow.”

— Joe Bishop, Partner, Nasif, Hicks, Harris & Co., LLP (independent.com)

“At NHH, we believe achieving success for our clients starts with respecting and supporting our employees, investing in their training, and empowering them to do their best work.”

— Rachelle Barnier, Partner, Nasif, Hicks, Harris & Co., LLP (independent.com)

What’s next

NHH & Co. plans to continue providing high-quality accounting and tax services to its clients, while also investing in the professional development of its employees to ensure the firm's continued success in the years to come.

The takeaway

The 50-year milestone achieved by Nasif, Hicks, Harris & Co., LLP demonstrates the firm's ability to adapt and thrive in a constantly evolving business landscape, while maintaining a steadfast commitment to delivering exceptional service and supporting its employees, which has been key to its longevity and success.