 Ben manages a portfolio of closely held businesses with a focus on accounting, tax and financial planning. Ben has a concentrated understanding of complex accounting and tax matters and has delivered results that have improved client's operations and effectiveness. EXPERIENCE AND BACKGROUND Ben provides tax and financial planning, as well as traditional accounting services for many individuals, family owned businesses, and a variety of professional organizations. Ben specializes in accounting, tax, and estate planning strategies for high net worth clients, professional athletes, and various types of industries. EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT BS Accounting Degree, Siena College Member of the American Society of Certified Public Accountants Member of the New York Society of Certified Public Accountants Member of the Estate Planning Council of Eastern New York Member of the Schenectady Chamber of Commerce OUTSIDE INTERESTS Ben and his wife Terry reside in Niskayuna with their three children, Michael, Lauren and Carly. Ben's family are active communicants of St. John's the Evangelist Church, where he coaches CYO basketball and is currently assisting on many of the Restoration Committee's fundraising events. He is also involved in many youth athletic activities such as Niskayuna Little League and Youth Soccer. Ben also is a part owner of Oak Ridge Golf, LLC, a custom golf club shop in the historic stockade section of Schenectady, New York. Ben currently sits on the St. John's the Evangelist's Finance Committee and is Co-Athletic Director for the church's CYO Basketball Program. Ben also currently sits on the Board of Directors for Schenectady's "Hook a Kid On Golf" and Niskayuna Baseball youth programs. In addition, Ben is the past Treasurer and member of the Executive Board of Directors for Child Guidance Center in Schenectady, New York, a not-for-profit delivering counseling services to Schenectady's youths. |
