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Associated Press
28-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Melissa Rocha Joins KPMG US National Office
Former SEC Division of Corporation Finance Acting Chief Accountant joins KPMG New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - April 28, 2025) - KPMG LLP, the US audit, tax and advisory firm, announced today that Melissa Rocha has joined the firm's national office. 'Melissa's understanding of today's regulatory and reporting environment will help us to bring critical insights to our clients as they operate within and access the capital markets,' said Christian Peo, KPMG US National Managing Partner - Audit Quality & Professional Practice. 'She joins a team of dedicated professionals who engage regulators and financial reporting stakeholders on behalf of the firm and help us to deliver quality audits to our clients.' Melissa joins KPMG from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), where she spent 24 years, most recently serving as Acting Chief Accountant in the Office of Chief Accountant within the Division of Corporation Finance. As Acting Chief Accountant, she directed financial reporting policies and practices and provided guidance to SEC filers, investors and advisors. As Deputy Chief Accountant since 2021, she also oversaw the consultation processes across a wide range of topics, including crypto assets, banking and insurance, as well as meeting regularly with registrants, investors, analysts and trade groups to discuss recommendations for rulemaking. Melissa holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Maryland at College Park and is the recipient of several SEC Awards, including the Law and Policy Award and the Excellence in Leadership Award. 'Melissa will enhance our team in providing accounting, financial reporting and SEC practice support across KPMG,' said Bob Malhotra, KPMG US Audit Partner and Chief Accountant. 'Her proven track record in financial reporting and regulatory issues and extensive experience at the SEC will be instrumental to supporting our ability to both engage the regulatory ecosystem and sustainably enhance audit quality.' About KPMG LLP KPMG LLP is the U.S. firm of the KPMG global organization of independent professional services firms providing audit, tax and advisory services. The KPMG global organization operates in 142 countries and territories and has more than 275,000 people working in member firms around the world. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. KPMG International Limited is a private English company limited by guarantee. KPMG International Limited and its related entities do not provide services to clients. KPMG is widely recognized for being a great place to work and build a career. Our people share a sense of purpose in the work we do, and a strong commitment to increasing access to education and opportunity, advancing mental health, and supporting community vitality. Learn more at Media Contact Full Name: Anoova Guthikonda Phone number: +1-202-533-3633 Email: [email protected] To view the source version of this press release, please visit
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Chamber Honors Awards Gala coming up on May 8
The Niagara USA Chamber of Commerce has announced the 2025 recipients of its Chamber Honors Awards, celebrating the businesses, individuals and organizations that are shaping the future of Niagara County. Chamber officials say this year's list of honorees reflect the innovation, leadership and community commitment that power the region's economic and civic vitality: • Business of the Year: Mount St. Mary's Lockport Memorial Hospital Campus • Business Person of the Year: Bob Confer • Groundbreaking Award: Big Ditch Brewing Company • Father Joseph L. Levesque Award for Community Advocacy: Kory Schuler • Excellence in Leadership Award: Michael Casale • Collaboration and Innovation Award: Arlene Doss • Green Manufacturing Award (sponsored by National Grid): Kerry, Niagara Site • Chairman's Award: Wurlitzer Events 'These honorees represent the very best of Niagara County,' said Craig Turner, interim executive director of the Niagara USA Chamber. 'Their work creates jobs, strengthens neighborhoods, and brings people together. We've got a wonderful slate this year, and we're honored to celebrate their accomplishments and the lasting impact they have on our community.' Award recipients will be recognized at the annual Chamber Honors Awards Dinner taking place at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Niagara Falls on May 8. The evening will include a cocktail reception, dinner, and an inspiring awards program. Tickets and sponsorships are available now at To reserve your seat, sponsor the event, or learn more, visit or contact Elena Woods at 716-285-9142 or ewoods@
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Woodford County schools superintendent looks back on his time serving as he prepares for retirement
VERSAILLES, Ky. (FOX 56) — As he prepares for retirement, Woodford County Schools Superintendent Danny Adkins is looking back on his time serving district staff and students. For 30 years, Adkins has been serving in public education, with the last of those being superintendent of the Woodford County Schools. Adkins said he's made countless memories in this role over the years, and he'll always treasure them. Woodford County schools superintendent looks back on his time serving as he prepares for retirement Previously fired federal employees return to work at Camp Nelson: 'Cautiously optimistic' 8 new Corvettes go missing from Kentucky car plant, but the conspicuous muscle cars are all found 'I could go on and on about the things that we've done as a district and with these kids,' Adkins said. Adkins was named the 2025 superintendent of the year by the Kentucky Educational Development Cooperative and was given the Excellence in Leadership Award from the Association of Professional Educators, just to name a few. He said he'll always look back on the chance to watch this district grow, especially with huge strides like the new Woodford County High School, and being involved in the lives of the students he serves. 'My ask or my request of the new superintendent would be to support the kids. They love seeing you there. I feel like they've really enjoyed that. We've had a really good social media presence, I think, with the kids, and they enjoy that when they see me come and they, they ask for selfies and those types of things,' Adkins said. Study shows which counties in Kentucky have the most excessive drinkers Kentucky among top 10 states Americans want to move to: research Lexington high schools ranked among Kentucky's best in 2025, according to Niche Adkins will officially start his retirement on July 1. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
