Dan Fiorentino, CPA, CGMA, and Shareholder, has been with the firm since 2006, after an internship in 2005. During his robust career, Dan has risen to this honor through dedication and a willingness to learn. He specializes in providing consulting services to clients in all business cycle phases, from operational improvements, tax planning, and compliance in the early stages to succession planning and due diligence work in the later phases. Dan has also been involved with various administrative areas within the firm for many years. Early in his career, he led the Advisory Council, charged with the responsibility of addressing all employee concerns. He is now the head of the firm’s Executive Committee, addressing all the vital issues impacting firm governance. He also leads the firm’s Strategic Planning Committee, focusing on short-term and long-term visionary goals. Dan is a coach for several younger staff members, guiding them through their careers. He has contributed to developing the firm’s staff, including training and orientation programs. His extensive knowledge, leadership skills, and dedication to employee and client service make him the ideal choice to lead our firm into the future.

Dan expressed enthusiasm for his new role and emphasized his commitment to the firm’s mission and core values when he said,

Selecting the next leader for our dynamic firm was a meticulously deliberate process. Following consultations with partners and seasoned consultants, the firm endeavored to find an impassioned visionary capable of delineating WG’s future direction, a collaborative team player with exceptional client service skills, a proficient listener, and a strategic thinker. Beyond these attributes, leadership aimed for someone who effortlessly connects with employees, clients, and community stakeholders and has the courage to make decisions and address the challenges of the ever-changing landscape. Dan emerged as a definitive choice to spearhead WG into its next transformative chapter. His standout qualities, proven track record, and innate ability to bridge relationships make him the ideal steward to navigate the firm into the future.

Ed Guttenplan, CPA, Managing Shareholder Emeritus expressed his complete belief in Dan, saying,

“I am proud of what we have achieved during my tenure, and I am confident that Dan will lead the firm to new heights. His dedication and innovative mindset will be instrumental in our continued success.”

Deb Norwicke, CPA, Shareholder, and COO said,

"Dan’s integrity is unwavering, his accountability unquestionable, and his self-awareness and respect for others set a gold standard. A key architect in shaping the strategic trajectory of our practice groups, departments, and leadership teams, he navigates challenges with a blend of fearless resolve and empathetic wisdom. A master of tactful communication, he emboldens individuals to take calculated risks and inspires them to aspire to their utmost potential. His leadership embodies courage in confronting issues directly while infusing compassion when called for, creating a culture that nurtures growth and encourages everyone to thrive as their best selves.”

Ed Wilkin, CPA, Shareholder, and co-founder of WG, said,

“Forty years back, fate brought me together with my partner, Ed Guttenplan – a person of complementary qualities to mine. Together, we built an incredible business, with Ed at the helm as Managing Shareholder for over four decades. Dan Fiorentino, who started as an intern at WG, has flourished, evolving into a powerhouse of accounting, consulting, and leadership. His credentials make him the ideal successor to fill the shoes of my esteemed friend, Ed G., as Managing Shareholder.”

William McDevitt, CPA, CVA, and Shareholder, said,

“We have been incredibly fortunate to have had Ed Guttenplan as our Managing Shareholder since the firm's inception 40 years ago. Ed Guttenplan is a first-in-class accounting firm Managing Shareholder. He has not only led our firm to be a financially successful regional firm but also a firm that is nationally recognized as a best place to work for employees. We have carefully considered who should replace Ed in the Managing Shareholder role. Our search led us to Dan Fiorentino, who has the unanimous support of the entire firm. Dan has all the attributes to build upon the successes of the past and forge new ones. Dan is a strategic thinker and cares deeply about our firm's people. He is respected, and his integrity is above reproach.”