Lataria Candidate
Owner / Managing Consultant
Trusted accounting guidance delivered with polish, accuracy, and executive-level perspective.
Lataria Candidate is an accomplished accounting professional with more than 20 years of experience in financial management, accounting, and organizational leadership. Throughout her career, she has been committed to helping businesses, organizations, and individuals achieve financial clarity, improve operations, and build lasting success.
Lataria earned both her Bachelor of Science and Master of Business Administration in Accounting from Albany State University. She currently serves as an Executive Director at Albany Technical College, where she provides strategic leadership and oversees initiatives that support organizational excellence and fiscal responsibility.
As the founder of Candid LC, Lataria combines technical expertise with a genuine passion for serving others. She believes that sound financial practices empower people to make informed decisions, strengthen their businesses, and create opportunities for growth. Her mission is reflected in the company slogan, "Helping Others to Mind their Business."