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Citrin Cooperman Announces Key Leadership Appointments
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Accounting firm Citrin Cooperman has announced a series of leadership changes focused on growth, client service and innovation, effective from September 1. Shawn Howard will become president of non-attest core services, Mike Sabatini has been named managing partner of markets and regions, Robena Jafari has been promoted to managing partner of the tax practice, Ken Kirkland will be the company's first chief growth officer, and Diana Walsh will join as deputy chief growth officer on September 16.
Citrin Cooperman has announced several strategic leadership appointments effective September 1, reflecting the firm’s focus on growth, client service, and innovation. CEO Alan Badey emphasized that the changes highlight the firm’s deep bench of talent and position Citrin Cooperman for long-term success.
Shawn Howard will assume the role of president, non-attest core services, providing strategic and operational leadership in partnership with regional teams. His responsibilities will include client service delivery, technical quality, staff development, and regional growth.
Mike Sabatini has been appointed managing partner, markets & regions, where he will oversee the firm’s geographic operations with a focus on regional P&L management.
Robena Jafari, who has served as deputy tax practice leader since January, will now lead the tax practice as managing partner. She will guide strategic priorities, technical advancement, and expanded service capabilities across tax, while fostering collaboration across practices.
Ken Kirkland has been named the firm’s first chief growth officer, tasked with driving organic growth through business development, sales, marketing, and industry vertical oversight. Joining him on September 16, Diana Walsh will serve as deputy chief growth officer. Walsh will focus on refining go-to-market strategies, enhancing client experience, and advancing business development innovation, building on her prior leadership as chief client development & marketing officer at Honigman LLP.
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