Mandy Kennedy
Vice President of Operations
Mandy Kennedy serves as Vice President of Operations at LBMC W Squared, where she leads the firm’s operational strategy and execution across accounting, client management, marketing, and human resources. Since joining W Squared in 2013, Mandy has played a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s people-first culture while driving operational excellence and scalable growth.
With a foundation in public accounting, Mandy began her career providing audit and tax services before transitioning into the healthcare industry, where she advanced into a Director of Operations role. It was there that she discovered her passion for people leadership and organizational effectiveness—ultimately guiding her career toward operational leadership. While an accountant by training, Mandy is known for her ability to translate financial expertise into strong team leadership, efficient processes, and exceptional client experiences.
At W Squared, Mandy is recognized for building high-performing teams, strengthening client relationships, and creating systems that enable both employees and clients to succeed. She is deeply committed to fostering a culture rooted in trust, loyalty, and service, with a belief that when people are supported and valued, strong results naturally follow. Her leadership philosophy reinforces the firm’s work goes beyond debits and credits to building meaningful, lasting relationships.
Mandy holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Tennessee Technological University. She and her husband, Brett, live in the Brentwood area with their daughters, Harper and Norah. Outside of work, Mandy enjoys spending time in the kitchen—her favorite way to unwind—and cheering on her daughters at the softball fields.
Client Impact
Organizations rely on LBMC W Squared to deliver structure, accountability, and reliable financial oversight across complex environments.
EXCELLENT Based on 10 reviews Posted on andy smithTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. W Squared has been a wonderful partner. I have been impressed with the entire W Squared team, including their professionalism, can-do-spirit and responsiveness. Recommend W Squared highly.Posted on Rick JacquesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We've worked with W2 for five years now, and they have been great. Very responsive, available, quickly familiar with our company, all in all great folks. Couldn't recommend them highly enough.Posted on KJ HardenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very professional and experts in their field. I am glad our company chose LBMC W Squared as our accounting partner!Posted on David ManningTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have worked with LBMC W Squared for 3.5 years and have had a great experience with the entire team. The professionalism and ability to help our organization as we have scaled has been immensely important to our success. Without LBMC W Squared's support we wouldn't been able to achieve our goals nor grow as quickly as we have. They have been able to troubleshoot and customize their process to meet our needs and the uniqueness of our industry. Could not recommend them more.Posted on Michael FarrellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have engaged the W Squared team to provide outsourced accounting support for three separate companies. I have found the team to be highly qualified, responsive and cost effective and wouldn't hesitate to recommend the LBMC team for outsourced accounting support.Posted on Adam SalvadorTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Professional, reliable, and knowledgeable. LBMC W Squared provided exceptional service, addressing all our financial needs with precision and clarity. Highly recommend!Posted on Conrad PendergastTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The LBMC/W2 team has helped our business improve our accounting and payables processes, setting us up with a foundation to grow. Jonathan, Sam, and Ashley have all been a pleasure to work with.Posted on Irena SniderTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. LBMC W Squared has been an incredible partner to work with as the company's outsourced accounting function. LBMC implemented best in class processes and procedures, and implemented new systems and technology that have significantly improved timeliness and accuracy. They have customized the reporting based on the needs of the business and have been flexible to adapt when needs have changed. The team is very knowledgeable and true professionals in every aspect, I highly recommend working with LBMC W Squared.Posted on Paige TaborTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. LBMC W Squared is the team I trust for business accounting! After a change in jobs, I actively sought out the opportunity to work with LBMC W Squared again. They understand my business, they help me learn key elements of business management, and they are there for me when I need them most. I'm so glad to be working with LBMC W Squared again!Posted on Melissa SmithsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. W Squared has been a great partner with our distributor business in helping us with Microsoft CRM customization, reports, and help desk support, as well implementation of the Inventory component of Microsoft Great Plains! Very customer focused and seem to be experts in each of these fields. I would recommend W Squared to any business!
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