About SoftResources

Leadership

Elaine Watson, CPA
Principal & Cofounder

Elaine’s dynamic leadership and expertise play a pivotal role in the management of our firm. With a keen focus on excellence, she provides invaluable guidance and direction to our software selection and implementation practices. Elaine was instrumental in developing the methodology that forms the foundation of SoftResources today. Her visionary mindset and practical approach have earned her recognition as a thought leader in the field of software evaluation, selection, and implementation. Throughout the years she has successfully managed countless projects for a diverse range of clients, including commercial, government, and nonprofit organizations. Elaine’s extensive experience proves indispensable particularly when dealing with complex and challenging client requirements.

Elaine holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration, is a Certified Public Accountant, and is a member of the Project Management Institute and the Washington Society of CPAs. She began her career at Generra Sportswear and joined the Strategic Services Consulting Group at KPMG with more than 35 years of business experience. With her extensive insight and quality leadership, Elaine ensures that every project results in seamless software integration that propels our clients toward success.

Spencer Arnesen, CPA
Principal & Cofounder

With nearly three decades of dedicated business experience, Spencer has earned a reputation as a leader in IT and organizational change. At SoftResources, he provides visionary leadership and direction over our software selection and implementation practices. He also manages the sales process, a role in which he has garnered recognition as an authority in software selection and evaluation. 

Through the years Spencer has helped clients navigate the software evaluation and selection process with remarkable success. He has saved clients millions of dollars and helped them improve efficiency through skillfully selected technology solutions. Spencer's extensive experience proves indispensable particularly when dealing with complex and challenging client requirements. By leveraging his expertise, he ensures that every client finds the perfect software solutions tailored to their specific demands.

Spencer holds a Master's degree in Accounting with a specialization in Information Systems. He is also a Certified Public Accountant and began his career at the Strategic Services Consulting Group at KPMG. With his extensive knowledge and dedication to technology improvement, Spencer is a driving force behind customers’ successful software modernization.