At ScoutFi, we are more than just financial professionals—we are your dedicated partners in success. Our team brings together industry expertise, innovative thinking, and a commitment to helping individuals and businesses achieve financial freedom.
From strategic financial planning to smart lending solutions, we work with you to navigate opportunities and make informed decisions with confidence. With a passion for service and a results-driven mindset, the ScoutFi team is here to guide you every step of the way.
Meet the people who power ScoutFi—driven, experienced, and ready to elevate your financial future.
Gil Pocker
Managing Principal & Founder
Gil Pocker
Managing Principal & Founder
Gil Pocker is the driving force behind the strategic oversight and management of Scout’s financial operations. With a BS in Accounting and a BSBA in Finance from CTU, as well as an MBA from Drucker Business School, he brings a powerful combination of academic excellence and real-world expertise to the table. His sharp financial acumen and leadership ensure that both the Scout team and its clients make informed, results-driven financial decisions.
In addition to his role at Scout, Gil is a distinguished Enrolled Agent (EA), recognized for his deep knowledge of tax laws and comprehensive financial services. He has earned a reputation as a trusted advisor, helping individuals and businesses navigate complex financial landscapes with confidence. His strategic, client-focused approach has led to countless success stories, reinforcing his standing as a leading financial expert.
Whether handling intricate tax matters or offering high-level financial guidance, Gil is the go-to resource for superior service and insight.
Donna Gaddis
Principal - CAS
With over 35 years of experience as an accountant and auditor, Donna Gaddis has built a strong reputation in the medical and non-profit sectors. A graduate of Pace University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Accounting, she has successfully secured over $25 million in grants and managed large-scale organizations, showcasing her expertise in grant writing, financial management, and strategic planning.
Throughout her career, Donna has worked closely with non-profits, healthcare organizations, and mission-driven enterprises, helping them navigate complex financial landscapes, maintain compliance, and optimize funding opportunities. Her deep understanding of financial reporting, internal controls, and fiscal sustainability has made her a trusted advisor in the industry.
Currently, Donna consults across private and non-profit sectors through her Passion on Purpose mentoring modules, where she provides strategic financial guidance and leadership development. As a strategic partner at Scout, she leverages her extensive expertise to deliver tailored financial solutions, helping non-profits strengthen their financial health, improve operational efficiency, and drive meaningful impact in their communities.
Donna Gaddis
Principal - CAS
Eli Remba
Principal - Tax
Eli Remba
Principal - Tax
Eli Remba leads the tax and accounting operations for Scout Financial, partnering closely with clients to deliver thoughtful, proactive tax solutions. Eli earned his accounting degree at the University of Oregon and is a California-licensed CPA. He brings both technical expertise and a strategic mindset to every engagement, serving as a trusted advisor to clients.
With a strong depth of experience in real estate accounting and taxation, Eli is especially well versed in helping clients navigate their real estate activities, including property sales, short-term rentals, and 1031 exchanges. He brings a detail-oriented approach to structuring transactions and maximizing tax efficiency. In addition to real estate, he has served clients across a wide range of industries, including entertainment, food and beverage, legal, and medical, allowing him to deliver tailored tax strategies that drive meaningful savings and long-term value.
At the core of his approach is a deep respect for every client relationship. He believes that clear communication and trust are the foundation of successful outcomes. Deeply aligned with the Scout Financial vision, Eli takes pride in helping set the firm’s gold standard for excellence.
Alma Karic
COO
Alma Karic is the Chief Operating Officer of Scout Financial, where she leads the firm’s core operational functions and helps bring structure and clarity to complex business challenges.
With over two decades living in the local community, Alma combines strategic leadership with a deep commitment to people, process, and culture. She is a member of the Alliance Française de Pasadena and enjoys hiking and spending time in nature.
Alma Karic
COO
Daisy Bonbon
Accounting Manager
Daisy Bonbon
Accounting Manager
TJ Kim
Tax Associate
TJ Kim
Tax Associate
Kevin Martinez
VP of Commercial Financing
Kevin Martinez
VP of Commercial Financing
Kevin Martinez is a dedicated financial services professional with over 15 years of experience helping businesses thrive. He began his career at Bank of America, where he spent 13 years working with a diverse portfolio of clients. After serving as a Middle Market Banker at City National Bank, Kevin took on a role as a Commercial Banker at First Citizens Bank, acting as a “quarterback” for clients and prospects to deliver the bank’s full range of financial solutions—such as cash flow and asset-based lending, real estate financing, and treasury management services
Originally from Los Angeles, Kevin earned a B.A. in Management from the University of La Verne and has completed his Drucker MBA with a concentration in Strategy at Claremont Graduate University. Committed to creating a more sustainable future for both businesses and communities, he actively volunteers with nonprofit organizations focused on ending hunger, reducing homelessness, and promoting environmental awareness.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Kevin is an accomplished athlete who regularly competes as a long-distance runner and in Ironman races. In his spare time, he also enjoys golfing, snowboarding, and spending time in the outdoors. He currently resides in Los Angeles, California.
Karina Lopez
Benefits & Client Relations Manager
Karina Lopez is the Benefits & Client Relations Manager at Scout Financial, where she partners with executive leadership to build and scale the firm’s HR-as-a-Service. Karina oversees and supports people operations, compliance strategy, and benefits administration while managing high-trust employee and client matters. She brings over eight years of experience supporting executives and high-growth organizations, with a strong foundation in organizational effectiveness, culture building, and employee relations. She holds a BA in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from California State University, Dominguez Hills, which informs her thoughtful, people-first approach to HR. She is SHRM-CP certified and is currently pursuing her QKA I & II certifications to further deepen her expertise in benefits and compliance.
Karina Lopez
Benefits & Client Relations Manager
Claudess Cabanacan
Success Specialist Manager
Claudess Cabanacan
Success Specialist Manager
Claud is an insurance professional with a strong operations background and extensive experience supporting U.S. personal and commercial lines. She manages insurance accounts, coordinates directly with carriers and partner agencies, and handles policy documentation, renewals, and client communication to ensure smooth and compliant processes.
With over 15 years of leadership experience in the BPO industry, Claud brings proven strengths in operations management, client service, documentation, and process improvement. Her background as a Project Manager and Executive Assistant enables her to remain highly organized, detail-oriented, and responsive in fast-paced insurance environments.
Jo Vasquez
CPA
Jo Vasquez brings over a decade of financial leadership in the healthcare sector, where she played a pivotal role in expanding a Community Health Center’s budget from $2 million to over $25 million as CFO. Her expertise spans financial planning, grant management, compliance, and revenue cycle oversight. She has built strong partnerships with health plans, government agencies, and funders such as HRSA, ensuring sustainable growth and funding for essential healthcare services.
In addition to her leadership in healthcare finance, Jo has over 20 years of experience in tax preparation, serving individuals, corporations, and non-profits. Her ability to navigate complex tax regulations and optimize financial strategies has made her a trusted resource for clients seeking to enhance their financial well-being.
Jo holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of La Verne and is a long-standing member of the AICPA. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys exploring the outdoors through hiking and is on a mission to visit every U.S. national park, embracing her passion for adventure and discovery.
Jo Vasquez
CPA
