Novogradac Enhances Leadership with New Partners
In a significant move for its future, Novogradac, a national accounting and consulting enterprise, has recently advanced five of its principals to partner status. This strategic promotion reflects the firm’s commitment to growth and innovation in the accounting industry.
Celebrating New Leadership
The new partners, effective as of January 1, include Nicole Crites from the Bellevue office, Jodie Fish from Portland, Ashley McKenzie and Karie McMillen from Dover, and Lucy Tran from San Francisco. This diverse group brings a wealth of experience and expertise that will help shape the future of Novogradac.
“My partners and I are pleased to welcome this group of dedicated professionals to the partnership,” shared Michael J. Novogradac, the firm's managing partner. “Their commitment and expertise will be instrumental in driving our continued success.”
Spotlight on the New Partners
Nicole Crites
Nicole Crites excels in providing audit and tax services specifically for real estate partnerships in affordable housing. She is not only adept at financial modeling but also specializes in valuation practices and future rent estimates. Crites holds a bachelor's degree in accounting and finance from the University of Washington and is a licensed CPA in the state of Washington.
Jodie Fish
Jodie Fish is a specialist in navigating the complexities of new markets tax credits and low-income housing tax credits. His extensive background also includes work with community development financial institutions and various consulting services. Fish has a strong foothold in the audit sector, having previously worked with several CPA firms in the northwest, where he offered audit and tax compliance services. He earned his degree in business administration from Portland State University and holds CPA status in Oregon.
Ashley McKenzie
Ashley McKenzie brings expertise in assisting clients within the low-income housing tax credit sector, providing essential services related to affordable housing tax credits and attestation. Her qualifications extend to transaction structuring and consulting on multifaceted tax issues. McKenzie graduated from Kent State University with a degree in accounting and further pursued a master's in business administration at Ashland University. She is licensed as a CPA in Ohio.
Karie McMillen
Karie McMillen has significant experience delivering tax and audit services to real estate partnerships, including those subject to HUD requirements. Her expertise in the low-income housing tax credit domain is complemented by her contributions to industry literature and her active participation in Novogradac's employee resource groups. She holds both a bachelor's degree in accounting and a master's degree in business administration from Kent State University and is also a CPA in Ohio.
Lucy Tran
Lucy Tran's role encompasses a broad range of audit, tax, and consulting services catered to clients such as real estate firms and nonprofit organizations. With substantial expertise in HUD requirements and Single Audit protocols, Tran’s contributions to LIHTC engagements are notable. She earned her bachelor's degree in business economics with a concentration in accounting from UC Santa Barbara and is a licensed CPA.
About Novogradac
For over 35 years, Novogradac has established itself as a leader in the accounting and consulting space, boasting a workforce exceeding 800 employees across 25 locations. The firm’s practice areas encompass a range of specialties, particularly focusing on affordable housing, community development, historic rehabilitation, and renewable energy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the key services that Novogradac offers?
Novogradac specializes in accounting, auditing, and consulting services primarily for the affordable housing sector, as well as community development and renewable energy sectors.
How many new partners has Novogradac recently promoted?
Novogradac has promoted five principals to partner status to enhance its leadership and service offerings.
What qualifications do the new partners hold?
The new partners hold various degrees in accounting and business administration, along with CPA licenses in their respective states.
Where does Novogradac have offices?
Novogradac operates in over 25 cities across the country, providing services to a wide range of clients.
How does Novogradac contribute to the affordable housing industry?
Through its specialized services, Novogradac supports the affordable housing sector with audits, tax credit consultations, and compliance assistance.
