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As the CEO and Co-Founder of Accountants Advisory Group, LLC, I assist the leaders of today’s public accounting firms in structuring and managing their practices to increase profitability, maximize value, implement succession planning and achieve long-term success. I began my accounting industry career with a Big 4 firm and my experience includes 15 years as the managing partner of a 125-person CPA firm based in NYC. In my role as managing partner, I was responsible for all areas of the practice, including managing the partner group, marketing, human capital, technology, administration and financial operations. I assist CPA firms achieve higher levels of competitiveness, profitability and longevity. I have significant experience in all areas of firm practice management, including succession planning, firm governance, M&A advisory, partner compensation structure, new partner selection, practice development and career development for partners and staff. When facilitating partner retreats and strategic planning meetings, I draw on my extensive experience to provide partners and practice leaders with effective and innovative strategies to enhance the value of their practices. The Journal of Accountancy, the NJ CPA, CPA Practice Management, The Practical Accountant, CPA Leadership Report, Inside Public Accounting, Public Accounting Report, and Forbes Insights have published my articles regarding the management of accounting practices. I frequently give presentations and webinars that focus on practice management topics. I have been recognized as one of the “Top 10 Most Recommended Consultants” by INSIDE Public Accounting.Specialties: M&A advisory; succession and strategic planning; partner retreat facilitation, structuring partnership agreements; partner compensation structures; partner performance structures and accountability methods; partner disagreement and resolution; profitability enhancement; partner coaching and counseling.