Join the NYCPA Manhattan/Bronx Chapter Board – Call for Nominations
There are several officer/board openings, due to the expiring terms of current members. Officer terms are for a one-year period, while director terms are for two years. All terms become effective at the beginning of the chapter’s new fiscal year, which starts on June 1.
The Manhattan/Bronx Chapter Nominating Committee invites chapter members to submit names (you may also submit your own) for officer (president, president-elect, vice president, treasurer and secretary) and director positions.
How to submit nominations
- Email your nomination(s) to the Nominating Committee listed below no later than Friday, April 3, 2026
- Indicate the board or officer position in the subject line.
- Include why you want to serve, along with a brief professional background or biography.
- Compliance with CPA licensing rules and NYCPA membership requirements is required.
Becoming an officer/director of the chapter’s board allows members to make an important contribution to the profession and provides numerous leadership opportunities. You can help the chapter develop strategies and execute its significant initiatives, while enhancing your own professional network, leadership skills and career goals.
What is required of a board member?
- Attendance at board meetings in person (preferably) or via conference call. There are approximately 10 board meetings per year.
- Participation, when possible, in CPE seminars and social, professional and charitable events sponsored by the chapter, in addition to developing and helping to coordinate chapter events.
- Officer positions also have additional specific requirements
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Nominating Committee Chair.
J. Michael Kirkland (jmkirkland1725@verizon.net) Chair
Gary Rosen (gary.rosen@cbiz.com)
Peter Frank (pfrank@schulmanlobel.com)
2026 Is Underway—Join Us!
By BARBARA A. MARINO
Manhattan/Bronx Chapter President
As we welcome February, I’d like to wish each of you a healthy, successful, and fulfilling 2026. It’s hard to believe that by the time you’re reading this, the first month of the new year is already behind us. Time seems to move especially fast at the start of the year, particularly as many of us are fully immersed in busy season.
I hope your year is off to a strong start and that busy season, while demanding, is as smooth and manageable as possible. Please remember to take care of yourselves during this time—your health and well-being are just as important as meeting deadlines and serving clients.
Looking ahead, the Manhattan/Bronx Chapter already has several events scheduled for 2026, with more in the works. We encourage you to join us—whether to earn CPE, stay current on important topics, or reconnect with fellow members. Your participation strengthens our chapter and enriches our professional community.
Upcoming Events—Registration Now Open:
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Jan. 23, 2026: Keeping Your Client Sales Tax Compliant (in-person)
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Feb. 6, 2026: Today’s Reality of a Volatile Supply Chain
Save the Date—Registration Coming Soon:
In addition, please keep an eye out for upcoming nominations for positions on the Manhattan/Bronx Chapter Board. Serving as a chapter board member is a rewarding way to give back, develop leadership skills, and help shape the future of our chapter. We welcome members who are interested in getting more involved or contributing their time and talents.
Thank you for your continued support, engagement, and commitment. I look forward to connecting with you at our upcoming events and throughout the year.
Wishing you a healthy, productive, and successful 2026.
As always, if you want to provide feedback or ideas, please don’t hesitate to reach out to
me.
Welcome to FY26 – A Message from Your Manhattan/Bronx Chapter President (to see the original full message, please review the M/B Chapter exchange community from June 1st, 2025)
By Barbara A. Marino
Manhattan/Bronx Chapter President
Special thanks to Fred Kosnac, our chapter president from fiscal year 2025. Fred’s leadership was instrumental in helping us host over 15 successful events and keeping our calendar running smoothly for two consecutive years. His dedication to the chapter inspired me to support him as president-elect, and I’m grateful to continue working alongside him this year in his new role as past president.
To review our FY26 Chapter Board please click on the appropriate links on this page.
For FY26, our chapter is aligning with key pillars of the NYCPA Strategic Plan:
- Accounting Pipeline
- Membership Growth & Engagement
- Professional Excellence
I’m looking forward to an exciting and impactful year ahead—and most of all, to working with each of you.
bmarino@thehackettgroup.com
Billiards Night
The Manhattan/Bronx Chapter recently hosted members and non-members alike to show off their billiards and networking skills at Space Billiard Pool Hall & Sports Bar in NYC. Attendees enjoyed good conversation and formed new connections while showing off their skills with a pool cue.
The Chapter would like to sincerely thank Harness Wealth for sponsoring this event. We hope to see you all at the next one!