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With a tenure of 33 years at the firm, I began my career at Windes as a Tax Associate and climbed the corporate ladder to become CEO and Managing Partner in 2020 - marking the firm’s eighth Managing Partner since its founding in 1926.As a long-standing member of the firm's leadership team, I am committed to fostering innovation, driving growth, and ensuring exceptional client service, while actively guiding the development and enhancement of the firm’s culture and organizational structure. I have been instrumental in shaping the firm's trajectory, contributing significantly to its evolution into a nationally ranked entity with nearly $60 million in net revenues.In 2023, I was responsible for the expansion of Client Advisory Services, the launch of a new wealth management division - Ovisto™ Wealth Management, and the introduction of a new brand that aligns seamlessly with the firm’s strategic trajectory.SPECIALTIESMy dedication to accuracy, analytical acumen, and comprehensive understanding of accounting principles has been honed through years of dedicated practice. Below, I outline some of the key specialties that further define my expertise. *Analysis and selection of business entities.*Mergers and acquisitions consulting.*Real property transactions.*Multi-state taxation issues and planning.*Tax factors and implications related to business dissolutions.*Foreign parent and subsidiary consulting and compliance.I am a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the California Society of Certified Public Accountants.

Listed skills include Tax, Accounting, Mergers And Acquisitions, Corporate Tax, and 17 others.