The Bowman Blog

Bowman & Company LLP believes that we have responsibilities to our community stakeholders. The education of students in South Jersey, and those entering the accounting profession in general, is of great importance to us. That is why many Bowman employees are actively involved in mentorship programs with local colleges. By helping accounting students succeed in their studies, we seek to continue and encourage the tradition of producing great talent in the region; sharing our knowledge and experience is the only way to usher in an optimistic future for the profession. In late October, four Bowman Employees (and Rowan Alumni) attended a reception hosted by the Rowan University Accounting Mentorship Program. Pictured front/center is Senior Manager Maryann Holloway along with other attendees.

Bowman & Company LLP Partner Todd Saler, recently retired Partner Kirk Applegate, and Partner-Elect Michael Cragin recently attended the 2022 Camden Schools Foundation's scholarship award ceremony. Our three representatives presented a $2,500.00 scholarship award to Eliacim Cardona, who committed to Rowan University. This event celebrated 30 scholarship recipients and marked the 17th year of awards.

Bowman & Company LLP Senior Manager Michael Thilker traveled with SJ Honor Flight to Washington D.C. on April 21st. The SJ Honor Flight network is a non-profit organization for veteran support. Mr. Thilker - pictured here with Vietnam veteran Preston Sharp - has been involved in SJ Honor Flight for over seven years.

Bowman & Company LLP Partner Harry Wills - current president of the NJCPA - recently attended and spoke at the 62nd Annual Scholarship Awards Program. This program finances a variety of scholarships through the NJCPA Scholarship Fund, including the Bowman-funded Lisa A. Donahue scholarship (read this Bowman blog to learn more about the 2022 Lisa A. Donahue scholarship recipient).  Also included in this program is the John F. Dailey, Jr. scholarship, which was awarded to Justin Barnhard of Farleigh Dickinson University. The NJCPA Scholarship Fund has impacted the lives of numerous young aspiring accountants.

Bowman & Company LLP partner Harry Wills has been named an Honoree of NJBIZ' "Leaders in Finance" program for 2022. This program acknowledges and celebrates success, leadership, and meaningful contributions in the field of finance within the New Jersey region. Mr. Wills will be recognized at a reception on April 27, along with the other honorees.

On Wednesday January 19, 2022 Partner Harry Wills of Bowman & Company LLP presented at the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountant's (NJCPA) "Professional Issues Update for CPA Firm Leaders" virtual meeting. Topics of discussion included a New Jersey business and economic update, national issues, legislative outlook, and NJCPA updates.

Bowman & Company LLP is proud to announce that we will be an exhibitor at the New Jersey State Funeral Director Association’s (NJSFDA) 2021 Convention and Expo. This event propels the NJSFDA’s mission to provide comprehensive solutions that support the careers of funeral directors by providing high-value, innovative and educational programming geared specifically toward the funeral industry.

Bowman Manager Tommy Kleinhans joined Paul Martin to help individuals and organizations understand the proposed American Families Plan. This episode is a part of Paul Martin’s Crucial Conversations podcast, where he partners with industry experts to help small businesses and healthcare clinics navigate the challenges of changing regulations, industry trends, and stakeholder needs.

Bowman & Company LLP is pleased to announce the election of Stefanie J. DeSantis, CPA, RMA, PSA, CGMA to Partner, effective July 1, 2021.

Bowman & Company LLP is pleased to announce the election of Jennifer L. Bertino, CPA, RMA, PSA to Partner, effective July 1, 2021.