Ready. Set. Merge: What to Consider When Merging and Why You Should Be Thinking about the Future (E1901319)

Ed Guttenplan co-founded WilkinGuttenplan in 1983 and is the managing shareholder of the firm. In addition to his administrative duties in managing the strategy, personnel and financial aspects of the practice, Ed provides a wide array of accounting, tax and business advisory services to closely held and family owned businesses in the construction, food service, manufacturing, technology, engineering, medical, dental, sales industries and community associations. Ed’s real estate practice includes the development of budgets and forecasts, consultation regarding condominiums, cooperative corporations and homeowner association’s management, as well as guidance on accounting and tax matters related to project development and litigation support services. Prior to co-founding WilkinGuttenplan, Ed worked in private industry for both regional and international accounting firms. Ed also services many community associations including active adult communities, cooperatives, mixed-use and multi-association communities.

Ed was the 2017/18 president of the NJCPA and serves as chairperson of the Nominating Committee. He graduated Cum Laude with a B.S. in business administration and Magna Cum Laude with an M.B.A. from Boston University.

Gail Rosen, CPA, is president of Gail Rosen, CPA, PC, which is a full-service accounting practice in central New Jersey serving individuals and business clients. She has been a practicing CPA for more than 30 years. Ms. Rosen has a quality staff of accountants with many years of experience and a broad base of expertise. She has earned a reputation for putting complex accounting, tax and entrepreneurial issues into language from which both nonprofessionals and professionals can comprehend and profit. Broadcast and print media frequently call upon Ms. Rosen for insights on tax matters affecting businesses and individuals. She is a popular speaker for business organizations, community groups and government agencies, and sits on the board of directors for several highly respected organizations. Twitter @GailRosenCPA