Sensiba Adds Two New Partners

Pleasanton, CA, May 1 – Sensiba, a leading Northern California-based accounting and business consulting firm, is pleased to announce the promotion of Jacqueline Fader and Jessica Mendiola to Equity Partner effective May 1, 2021.

Fader began her career at Sensiba in 2010 as an Associate, spent a year at EY, and then rejoined Sensiba in 2014. She works extensively with Venture Capital firms along with venture-backed companies in the technology, medical device, and various other industries. Her expertise includes complex equity arrangements, stock options, warrant valuations, portfolio valuations and revenue recognition, including software and multiple-element arrangements. Fader, who is based in the firm’s San Mateo office, received her bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance from California State University, Chico.

Mendiola joined Sensiba in 2010 as an Associate and has grown her career with the firm since. Based in the Pleasanton office, she works extensively with clients in the manufacturing, distribution, technology, and cleantech industries. She has deep expertise in 401(k) and other employee benefit plan audits, including ESOPs, and revenue recognition. Mendiola received her bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting from California State University, Sacramento.

“Throughout their careers at Sensiba, Jacqueline and Jessica have continually made invaluable contributions that exemplify our dedication to our clients and communities,” said Managing Partner John Sensiba. “Their demonstrated excellence in client service and leadership, and their commitment to doing all things with integrity, made them ideal candidates for the firm’s equity partnership. I am honored to welcome them to the Partnership and look forward to seeing them flourish in their new roles.”