An Interview with Accountant, Alayna Willcutt

Q: Tell us about your family.

A: I live in Eden Valley, Minnesota with my husband, Andrew, and our two sons. We keep busy enjoying the outdoors, taking day trips, and making the most of our time together—whether we’re exploring new places, hitting the golf course, or visiting with extended family.

Q: What inspired your career path?

A: My career path wasn’t something I planned from the start—it’s something I grew into over time. Returning to school sparked a strong interest in working with numbers, which led me to pursue accounting. Early hands-on experience confirmed it was the right fit, and everything has fallen into place since then.

Q: Why CDS?

A: I was initially drawn to CDS because I was looking for a place to grow, and it quickly stood out for its supportive learning environment. During my internship, I experienced first-hand how willing the team was to help and how much they genuinely care about their work and each other. Over time, I’ve come to truly value the collaboration and shared sense of purpose here, which made continuing my career at CDS an easy decision.

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