Clara boasts a wealth of over 25 years of professional accounting experience, catering to companies ranging from emerging growth to the commercial stage in the life science, medical device, and technology sectors. Her extensive expertise lies in providing PCAOB audit services to both smaller reporting companies and large accelerated filers. Throughout her career, Clara has collaborated closely with management, underwriters, and legal counsel, assisting companies in their pursuit of going public through traditional financing methods and reverse mergers. Additionally, she has lent her support as a CFO and offered technical accounting guidance to companies navigating complex transactions that have a significant impact on their respective industries.

Clara's career commenced in Montreal, Canada, where she earned her esteemed designation as a Chartered Professional Accountant. She then relocated to the Bay Area, where she held a senior audit manager position at a prominent Big Four accounting firm. Subsequently, Clara continued her successful journey in public accounting at a regional accounting firm before ultimately joining RSM.