Accounting Today Recognizes McGladrey's Richard Caturano on Top 100 Most Influential List

CHICAGO (September 27, 2012) – AccountingToday recently recognized McGladrey, LLP's Richard Caturano, incoming chair of the AICPA, as one of its "Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting."

The annual "Top 100 Most Influential People" list, now in its 25th year, was released in the September issue of AccountingToday. The list of "thought leaders and change managers who are shaping the future of the profession" includes CPAs, attorneys, regulators, educators and vendors who exemplify leadership and influence in the accounting field. Among those listed are President Barack Obama; James Dotty, Chairman, PCAOB; Cindy Fornelli, executive director, Center for Audit Quality; Hans Hoogervorst, chairman, IASB; Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney and others.

"Rich is a natural leader who demonstrates McGladrey's values of respect, integrity, teamwork, excellence and stewardship in all of his interactions with clients, peers and employees," said Joe Adams, managing partner and CEO for McGladrey. "He has a deep understanding of the profession, our clients and employees – and he knows how to contribute to the success of each. We are proud of Rich's inclusion in this year's Top 100."

McGladrey LLP is the nation's fifth largest provider of assurance, tax and consulting services. Caturano is an executive managing partner in the firm's Boston office. He was a founding member of Caturano and Company until its acquisition by McGladrey in July 2010. This is the fifth year Caturano has been included on this prestigious list.

The publication's editorial staff reviewed candidates, and chose the Top 100. To access the entire list, visit Accounting Today. (Registration is required to access the digital edition e-book.)

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