Patrick has nearly 20 years of experience serving a variety of real estate, higher education, construction, retail, not-for-profit, employee benefit plan and professional services clients.
Patrick is responsible for the management, coordination and delivery of accounting and advisoryrelated services to all of his engagements. These responsibilities require knowledge of clients and their industries, strong project management skills, the ability to develop distinctive client relationships, familiarity with financial reporting requirements and key technical pronouncements, and an understanding of the operating and internal control risks and concerns of the entities served. In addition, Patrick focuses on providing timely, pragmatic and insightful feedback on business risks and opportunities for improving and adapting to evolving regulatory environments. He works closely with the firm’s integrated resources to ensure that his clients receive well-researched guidance on the many ways issues may impact them.
Patrick also has a passion for technology and process improvement and seeks to bring those ideas to his clients as part of his commitment and passion for seeing his clients continue to evolve and improve.
Member—American and Pennsylvania Institutes of Certified Public Accountants
Member—Schneider Downs Real Estate Industry Group
Member—Duquesne University Alumni Advisory Council
Chair—Schneider Downs Higher Education Group
Chair—Schneider Downs Business to Consumer Industry Group
Member—Schneider Downs Assurance Technical Advisory Committee
Past Chair—ACG’s Pittsburgh Chapter Future Corporate Leaders Board
Past President—Duquesne Young Alumni Council
Coach—Ingomar Franklin Park Little League
Do you have a hobby/personal passion?
Running, swimming and spending time with my family.
What was the best advice you’ve ever received?
Be true to yourself and always be honest.
Who is your role model?
My parents. They taught me to work hard and never give up on your dreams.
What was your childhood dream?
To be a farmer.
If you could go back in time, what advice would you give your college self?
Study abroad and travel more, you will never regret and you will never have more time than in college.
People would be surprised to know that I…
Built a second story deck (mostly) by myself.
What is the best or most interesting thing about your career?
Everyday I get to work with an amazing team of people and help to find solutions for a multitude of business issues and meet more great people.
What was your first job?
My first job was a cashier at a small grocery store.
When you have an hour of free time, what do you like to do?
Read, I have a passion for reading and learning
Do you have advice for young professionals?
Find a career with people that you enjoy as the people make the difference and make it more than a job.
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Big Problem: A Limited Employee Benefit Plan.
Big Thinking: Increased Contributions And Employee Retention.
