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July 11, 2019
Gelman, Rosenberg, & Freedman Receives Inaugural Humentum OpEx Industry Award
Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman CPAs (GRF) is honored to receive Humentum’s 2019 OpEx Industry award. This award honors individuals or teams who understand the unique challenges within the International NGO sector and are dedicated to creating a positive social impact through innovation, collaboration, and dedication. The inaugural award was presented to GRF Partner Robert Albrecht,…
July 10, 2019
The EXCEL Award Recognizes Outstanding Nonprofit Leaders
Executive leaders of nonprofits are frequently unsung heroes. They devote tireless efforts toward advancing their missions, resourcefully overcoming challenges despite insufficient budgets and limited staff. They inspire us with their generosity, commitment and drive, making our community better for all who live here. The EXCEL Award offers an opportunity to recognize and shine the light…
February 28, 2019
GRF Recognized Among the Top Accounting Firms in Washington, DC
Once again, Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman CPAs (GRF) is recognized as a top 25 accounting firm by the Washington Business Journal (WBJ). WBJ ranks firms on the number of metro-area professionals and publishes the results in its annual Book of Lists. Click here for the full list of the 2018 Largest Accounting Firms in Greater…
February 28, 2019
Darren Hulem Earns the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) PCI Professional (PCIP) Certification
GRF Network Administrator Auditor Darren Hulem, PCIP, Security+ has passed the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) PCI Professional (PCIP) Exam. The PCIP certification demonstrates professional knowledge and understanding of PCI Data Security Standards (PCI DSS). PCI Professionals can advise organizations on PCI DSS requirements, how to build and maintain a secure payment…
January 15, 2019
Managing Partner Jackie Cardello, CPA Recognized in The Responsible 100
Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman Managing Partner Jackie Cardello, CPA was recognized by City & State New York with their annual The Responsible 100 award. This award honors an elite group who set new standards of excellence, dedication and leadership in improving their communities and making transformative change. This year, City & State New York selected…
January 4, 2019
GRF Audit Supervisor Mac Lillard Earns the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) PCI Professional (PCIP) Certification
GRF Audit Supervisor Mac Lillard, CPA, CISA, CITP, PCIP, CFE recently passed the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) PCI Professional (PCIP) Exam. The PCIP certification demonstrates professional knowledge and understanding of PCI Data Security Standards (PCI DSS). PCI Professionals can advise organizations on PCI DSS requirements, how to build and maintain a…
December 13, 2018
Hackers fooled Save the Children into sending $1 million to a phony account
GRF Nonprofit Tax Partner Richard Locastro, CPA, JD weighs in on the growing number of organizations, including nonprofits, falling victim to cyberscams. Read The Boston Globe article, “Hackers fooled Save the Children into sending $1 million to a phony account.” Read the article
December 10, 2018
Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman CPAs Adds New Principals to Growing Practices
December 10, 2018 Bethesda, MD: Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman CPAs (GRF) announced today that the firm has added two new principals to supplement rapidly growing practice areas. Melissa Musser, CPA, CITP, CISA has joined the firm as a Principal in the firm’s Risk & Advisory Services practice, and Paul H. Calabrese has been named a…
November 12, 2018
Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman CPAs to Partner with PCI Security Standards Council to Help Secure Payment Data Worldwide
Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman CPAs (GRF) announced that it has joined the PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) as a new Participating Organization. GRF will work with the PCI SSC to help secure payment data worldwide through the ongoing development and adoption of the PCI Security Standards. The PCI SSC leads a global, cross-industry effort…
November 9, 2018
Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman CPAs Ranked #12 Among Midsized Firms By Accounting Today
Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman CPAs (GRF) has been honored once again among Accounting Today’s Best Firms to Work For. GRF’s 2018 national ranking among midsized firms soared to #12 from #17 the previous year. “Our firm culture is very unique,” said GRF Managing Partner, Jackie Cardello. “GRF strives to maintain a workplace that fosters opportunity…