Julie M. Quink, CPA, CFE
Julie is the managing principal of the Firm. She joined the firm in 2011 and has over 33 years of experience in public accounting and 3 years of private, corporate accounting experience.
Julie earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Elms College. She previously worked 4 years for an international accounting firm and 16 years for a medium-sized local firm.
Julie is involved in the accounting and consulting aspects of the practice and manages engagements of various sizes and complexity. She also performs services relative to forensic and fraud-related engagements.
Julie is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners. She is licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and is a Certified Fraud Examiner.
Julie serves as a member of the Baystate Health Board of Trustees, Treasurer of the Quaboag Hills Chamber of Commerce, the Treasurer of the Square One, the Chairperson of the School Committee of Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical High School, a member of the Finance Committee of the East Quabbin Land Trust, the Chairperson of the Board of Directors for Greater Springfield Senior Services, Inc., Treasurer of Hardwick Rescue & Emergency Squad, Inc. and Treasurer of the Estate Planning Council of Hampden County. She is an adjunct faculty in the MBA Accounting program at Elms College. Julie also serves as a Trustee of Monson Saving Bank.
Julie was a 2017 recipient of the MSCPA’s Women to Watch awards.
Julie enjoys spending time with her family, reading, playing golf, gardening and volunteering at various community organizations in her town.
Deborah J. Penzias, CPA
Debbie is a principal for the Firm. She joined the firm in 1998 and has over 30 years of experience in public accounting.
Debbie graduated from The State University of New York at Oswego with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. She previously worked at a medium-sized firm in Rockville Centre, New York for 13 years prior to her relocation to Western Massachusetts.
Debbie services a diverse client base and is involved in the accounting, consulting and tax areas of the practice, managing engagements of various sizes and complexity.
She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants.
Debbie served on the Board of Directors of Beit Ahavah, the reform synagogue of greater Northampton. She has also served on the Board of Directors of Lander Grinspoon Academy and was a member of the Finance Committee. She is former Board and Finance Committee member for Safe Passage.
In her free time, she enjoys playing pickleball, music, hiking, most fitness activities, traveling and spending time with family. You just might catch her at an open mic night with her group called Moving Parts.
Richard F. Burkhart, CPA
Rick was a co-founder and Principal Emeritus of the Firm and had over 40 years of experience in public accounting before he retired.
Rick is a former flight instructor who loves to travel. In his free time, he can be found spending time with his 6 grandchildren, 4 children and loving wife.
Salvatore J. Pizzanelli, CPA, JD, PFS
Sam is a co-founder and Principal Emeritus of the Firm. He has over 40 years of experience in public accounting.
He earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from American International College and his Juris Doctorate from Villanova University.
Sam is involved in the accounting, tax and estate planning areas of the practice. In addition, he provides a wide array of services to closely-held corporations, partnerships and individuals, including litigation support.
He is a member of the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants and a former member of the Massachusetts Bar Association.
Sam is a member of the Board of Directors of Cambridge Credit Counseling Corp.
When he’s not out on the golf course, Sam can be found watching and quoting various genres of old-time films.
Thomas R. Pratt, CPA, JD
Tom is a Principal Emeritus of the Firm. He has over 40 years of experience in public accounting.
He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting from American International College and a degree of Juris Doctor from Western New England University.
Tom is involved in the accounting, financial reporting, tax planning and compliance aspects of the practice. His experience encompasses various industries and clients of various sizes and complexity.
He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants, the American Bar Association, the Massachusetts Bar Association and the Estate Planning Council of Hampden County.
Tom is a former chair and current board member of Loomis Communities.
Tom spends his free time traveling and when weather permits, can be found on the golf course.
Rebecca J. Connolly, CPA
Rebecca joined the team in 2018 and is a director for the Firm. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Business Management from Elms College. She has over 12 years of experience in public accounting. She previously worked for 11 years for a medium-sized local firm.
Rebecca is involved in the accounting and consulting aspect of the practice and manages engagements of various sizes and complexity including non-profit, construction companies, manufacturing, and distributors. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants.
Rebecca is an adjunct faculty in the undergraduate Accounting program at Elms College. Additionally, she serves on the Accounting Advisory Board for Elms College. She joined the Board of Directors for the Forest Park Zoological Society and the Baystate Academy Public Charter School in 2019.
Rebecca was a 2019 recipient of the MSCPA’s Women to Watch awards.
In her free time, she loves chasing her two children around and watching them play sports.
Jennifer Deyo, MSA
Jennifer joined the Firm in 2020 as an intern and officially joined the team as a Staff Accountant in 2021.
She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Master of Science degree in Accounting and Financial Planning from Elms College.
Jennifer services a diverse client base and is involved in the accounting, consulting, and tax areas of the practice. She is a member of the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants.
Jennifer's most valued time is spent with her family. In the warmer months, she especially enjoys outdoor activies such as gardening, hiking, and beach trips.
Kimberly I. Howarth, CPA
Kim joined the team in 2023 and is a senior tax accountant for the Firm. She has over 20 years of experience in public accounting working with a variety of clients to fulfill their account, payroll and tax preparation needs. Kim is dedicated to providing high quality service to business and individual clients.
Kim graduated from Bryant University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting and earned a Master of Science in Accounting from Western New England University. Kim is licensed to practice in the State of Connecticut.
She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Connecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants and the Massachusetts Society of Public Accountants.
Outside of work, Kim can be found baking, reading, enjoying a local yoga class and spending time with her family and dogs.
Matthew Kapecki
Matt joined the team in 2019 and is a staff accountant for the Firm.
Matt received his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Western New England University.
Matt is involved in the tax, consulting and accounting areas of the practice. He services a diverse client base and is involved in engagements of various size and complexity.
He is a member of the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants.
In his free time, Matt enjoys playing various sports, going to concerts and snowboarding in the winter.
Nolan Keane
Nolan joined the team in 2022 and is a staff accountant for the Firm.
Nolan received his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Rhode Island.
Nolan is involved in the tax and accounting areas of the practice. He services a diverse client base and is involved in engagements of various size and complexity.
He is a member of the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants.
In his free time, Nolan enjoys golfing, reading, and spending time with friends and family.
Caron A. LaCour, CPA
Caron joined the team in 2013 and is a manager for the Firm. She has over 35 years of experience in public accounting working with a variety of clients in the tax area of the practice.
She graduated from Western New England University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. Previously she worked with several other local accounting firms in the greater Springfield area. Caron is licensed to practice in the State of Connecticut.
She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants and the Connecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants. She is a former Treasurer of the Professional Women's Chamber of Greater Springfield.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, working on craft projects and traveling to anywhere there is a beach and warm weather!
Sarah R. Lapolice, CPA, MBA
Sarah joined the team in 2015 and is a tax department manager for the Firm. She has over 10 years of experience in public accounting and previously worked 6 years for an Enrolled Agent.
Sarah earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and a Master of Business Administration degree with a concentration in Accounting from Elms College. She has served as captain for various college sports teams and has a minor in coaching. She is well versed in the idea of teamwork and working together to achieve a common goal.
Sarah is involved in the tax, consulting and accounting areas of the practice. She services a diverse client base and manages engagements of various size and complexity. Sarah is a former adjunct faculty in the MBA Accounting program at Elms College. Sarah serves as Treasurer of the Board of Directors of Libertas Academy Charter School. She is also a Finance Committee member of Libertas. Sarah serves as a Trustee as well as a Finance Committee member for the Community Foundation of Western Mass. She serves as Treasurer of the Board of Directors for Girls on the Run of Western MA. She is a member of the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants.
Sarah is a singer-songwriter who plays the guitar and loves listening to music. She enjoys being around the campfire and spending time with her family and friends.
Michelle M. Miller
Michelle joined the team in 2019 and is a manager for the Firm. She has over 30 years of experience in public accounting.
Michelle earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from American International College in 1989.
She is involved in all aspects of client services including, accounting, tax, auditing, bookkeeping and payroll for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts.
She is a member of the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants.
In her free time, Michelle enjoys going to the movies.
Cheryl Ann Montone, CPA
Cherie joined the team in 1987 and is a manager for the Firm. She has over 30 years of experience in public accounting.
Cherie graduated cum laude from American International College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. Prior to joining the firm, she served in the United States Air Force, primarily in the Electronic Security Command stationed at Hahn Air Base, Germany.
Cherie specializes in the small business set up and consulting services and is a QuickBooks Pro Advisor. She is involved in the accounting, financial reporting, and tax planning and compliance aspects of the practice.
She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants.
She is an avid bowler and was a former Secretary/Treasurer of the Tuesday Night Mixed Bowling League at AMF Chicopee Lanes.
Cherie enjoys cross stitch and is a supporter of various animal charities. She is a dedicated supporter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Kassandra N. Pepper, CPA
Kassie joined the team in 2019 and is a staff accountant for the Firm.
Kassie earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Cyber Security from Bay Path University. While in school, she was a participant in the Women in Stem Honors Program.
Kassie services a diverse client base and is involved in the accounting, consulting and tax areas of the practice. She is a member of the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants and a Finance Committee member for Dress for Success Western MA.
Kassie is an avid music lover and enjoys playing the banjo and the piano. In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with her family and her dog Willy.
Joseph M. Perlak
Joe joined the team in 2019 and is a staff accountant for the Firm. He has 9 years of experience in public accounting.
Joe earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Worcester State University. While there, he played 4 years of college baseball.
Joe is involved in the tax, consulting and accounting areas of the practice. He services a diverse client base of various size and complexity.
He is a member of the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants.
In his free time, Joe likes to play softball, bowl and spend time with his friends and family.
Jenna A. Roux, CPA, MST
Jenna joined the team in 2023 and is a tax manager for the Firm. She earned her Bachelors of Science in Accounting from Central Connecticut State University and her Masters of Science in Taxation from University of Hartford. She has over 14 years of experience in public accounting.
Jenna is involved in the tax and consulting areas of the practice. She services both individual and business clients in a range of industries and assists clients with tax planning, bookkeeping, payroll, and tax return preparation. She has a passion for the wellbeing of her clients.
She is licensed to practice in the State of Connecticut, and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants as well as the Connecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants.
Jenna loves spending time with her husband and two daughters and enjoys vacationing with her family on Cape Cod.
Logan Tumal
Logan joined the team in February 2024 as an intern and as a staff accountant in September 2024.
Logan received his Bachelor of Science in Managerial Economics and is enrolled in the Master of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Logan delivers tax and accounting services to a wide range of clients and participates in engagements of differing sizes and complexity.
In his free time, Logan can be found reading, studying something new, spending time with his family, and swimming at the beach in the summer.
Jane Burnham
Jane joined the team in 2019 and is an office administrator for the Firm. She has over 30 years of experience in an administrative capacity.
Jane enjoys snowmobiling, camping, boating and spending time with her family.
Donna Clements
Donna joined the team in 2012 and is the firm administrator for the Firm. She has over 44 years of experience in an administrative capacity.
Donna is an avid reader. She also loves to cook and enjoys having her friends and neighbors try out her recipes.
Jody Goodwin
Jody joined the team in 1996 and is an office administrator for the Firm. She has over 30 years of experience in an administrative capacity.
Jody enjoys camping and spending time with family and friends.
Anita M. MacDonald
Anita joined the team in 2020 and is an office administrator for the Firm. She has over 40 years of experience in an administrative capacity.
Anita enjoys outdoor sports, the Red Sox, and spending time with her two grandsons.
Kristen Wischhof
Kristen joined the team in 2023 and is an office administrator for the Firm. She has her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Western New England University and over 35 years experience in an administrative capacity.
Kristen enjoys reading, camping, trips to the beach and spending time with family and friends.