CLA: Announces career advancements in Wisconsin

Wisconsin (November 1, 2023) — Today, CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP), the eighth largest accounting firm in the United States, announced career advancements for professionals across the country, including eight in Fox Cities and Northeast Wisconsin. The advancements are effective November 1.

With more than 130 offices across the United States, CLA serves clients of all sizes, providing advice and professional services in wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing. Each year, CLA recognizes its talented professionals, like those advancing today, for their contributions to their clients and the firm’s growth and development. The individuals advancing today include:

·        Adam Lembcke, Principal (Green Bay)

·        Cassandra Friese, Signing Director (Sheboygan)

·        Greg Metzler, Signing Director (Green Bay)

·        Jake Caelwaerts, Principal (Green Bay)

·        Jonathan Swanson, Principal (Manitowoc)

·        Nick Vargosko, Principal (Appleton)

·        Seth Zipperer, Principal (Manitowoc)

·        Shane Wheeler, Principal (Green Bay)

“I want to applaud and celebrate our CLA professionals who are advancing in the firm. CLA is built on our promise to know and to help our clients and each individual advancing today has shown their commitment to our clients and our own growth and success,” said Jen Leary, CEO of CLA. “I am humbled to work with such a smart, dedicated team of professionals and appreciate the value each brings to our clients and the communities in which we live and work.”

With more than 8,500 employees serving thousands of clients, CLA’s mentorship programs and leadership connections provide career paths for all employees. Each inspired career path is distinctly personal and CLA takes pride in helping employees move into new roles within the company to build on their strengths and learn new skills. The firm is continuing to expand into new markets and services to better provide seamless service to clients.  

“Facing an ever-changing economic landscape, CLA’s clients rely on our deep understanding of their business and ability to help them navigate change,” said Brad Frank. “Our goal is always to grow and evolve right alongside our clients as trusted advisors. Congratulations to each of the exceptional individuals advancing in these offices for their accomplishments. Together we face an exciting future.”

About CLA

CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With more than 8,500 people, nearly 130 U.S. locations, and a global vision, we promise to know you and help you. For more information, visit CLAconnect.comCLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP) is an independent network member of CLA Global. See CLAglobal.com/disclaimerInvestment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor.