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On the move: Citrin Cooperman appoints five leaders

By Danielle Lee

Published August 29, 2025 9:00 AM

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Updated August 29, 2025 9:06 AM

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FASB makes appointment to Emerging Issues Task Force; IIA names new EVP; and more news from across the profession.

CALIFORNIA

Fernando Jimenez

Fernando Jimenez, CEO and tax partner at RJI CPAs, Irvine, was named a finalist in the CEO – Small Business Category at the LA Times Studios 2025 OC Executive Forum & Leadership Awards.

Cabrillo Advisors, San Diego, joined Crete Professionals Alliance.

CONNECTICUT

Angie Storm, KPMG chief accountant, was appointed to the Emerging Issues Task Force of the Financial Accounting Standards Board, Norwalk.

FLORIDA

Victor Velazquez was appointed executive vice president of global strategy, membership, and brand at the Institute of Internal Auditors, effective September 2.

ILLINOIS

RSM US LLP

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RSM US, Chicago, achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level 2 as an External Service Provider, formally distinguishing the firm as a Managed Services Provider and a Managed Security Services Provider for government contractors handling critical national security information.

NEW YORK

Citrin Cooperman outdoor signage

Citrin Cooperman, New York, appointed, effective Sept. 1: Shawn Howard to president, non-attest core services; Mike Sabatini to managing partner, markets and regions; Robena Jafari to managing partner, tax services; Ken Kirkland to chief growth officer; and Diana Walsh to deputy chief growth officer.

EisnerAmper, New York, joined the Coalition for Health AI, an industry-led coalition aiming to develop best practices and frameworks that promote innovation, safety and security in health artificial intelligence.

CohnReznick, New York, announced that its government contracting practice released its 9th annual GAUGE Report, published in conjunction with solutions provider Unanet, which analyzes emerging trends, issues, priorities and opportunities shaping the industry.

OHIO

Jennifer Hutchins was named chief investment officer of CBIZ Investment Advisory Services, Cleveland.

Josh Shilts, director of forensic and valuation services at Dean Dorton, Cincinnati, was named to Forbes' 2025 America's Top CPAs for Valuations.

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