CHICAGO, IL, July 22, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Deborah Watson has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Ms. Watson, a seasoned expert in taxation, has dedicated over 35 years to her profession, serving as the chief executive officer of DDC and Associates since 1986. Her journey into accounting began after a frustrating experience with a tax preparation company, which led her to manage her taxes independently and sparked her passion for the field. Now, her expertise is widely recognized, and she is praised for her dedication to her clients and her ability to transform financial challenges into opportunities for growth.

Throughout her career, Ms. Watson has been actively involved in various industry-related organizations. She is a member of the Illinois Accountants Association and has served as secretary-treasurer for the National Association for Accountants. Additionally, she held the position of past president of the Independent Accountants Association of Illinois. These roles have allowed her to contribute significantly to the accounting community while expanding her professional network.

Ms. Watson's educational background includes a master's degree in accounting from the University of Phoenix, obtained in 2012, and a bachelor's degree in computer science from DeVry University. In addition to her education, she attributes much of her success to hard work, motivation and the power of networking, which has connected her with visionaries and provided opportunities to learn from their experiences.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Ms. Watson is deeply committed to civic engagement. She leads a volunteer tax clinic in collaboration with the IRS through the VITA/TCE program, assisting low-income individuals and seniors with tax filing and financial education. This initiative ensures participants understand how to handle refunds and establish bank accounts for secure deposits. The clinic operates under the Help Enhance Tax Network and remains committed to giving back to the community by providing free tax filing services.

One of Ms. Watson's proudest achievements involves a long-term client relationship that exemplifies her dedication and impact. She met this client, a chiropractic doctor, while seeking medical care for herself. Their professional collaboration began when she helped organize his financial records, leading to extraordinary growth for his business over eight years. Under Ms. Watson's financial expertise, he transformed his startup into a multimillion-dollar enterprise with three firms, a surgical center and two pharmacies.

Outside of her career, Ms. Watson cherishes spending time with her family and children and enjoys traveling in her free time. In the upcoming years, she envisions significant growth and impact, particularly for her nonprofit organization. Her passion lies in educating everyday individuals, emerging businesses and entrepreneurs with the financial knowledge needed to secure loans and establish solid foundations for their ventures. Additionally, she hopes to sustain DDC and Associates' impressive growth while preparing for retirement as chief executive officer. Her vision reflects a dedication to empowering communities and fostering both financial and organizational success.

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