Professional History

Lester began his career in 1965 as an Audit Supervisor for Ernst & Ernst in Santa Ana and Los Angeles, California. In 1972, he became treasurer of Richard A. Glass Company in Indio, California. From 1978 to 1998, he served as president and owner of Peterson Slater & Butvidas (known today as Peterson Slater & Osborne).

An active member of the community, Lester is involved with numerous area nonprofits and has served on the board of directors of Boys & Girls Club of Coachella Valley since 1974.

Education

	Bachelor of Science in Accounting, California State University Long Beach
	Continuing Education as required by State Board of Accountancy

Community Involvement

	American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
	California Society of Certified Public Accountants
	Society of California Accountants Palm Springs Chapter Member Indio Rotary
	President, Boys & Girls Club of Coachella Valley
	Treasurer, Community Blood Bank Center

Specialties

	Individual Income Tax
	Non-Profit Organizations
	Estate Taxes