INDUSTRY ACHIEVERS ADVANCING THEIR CAREERS

Baker Tilly Baker Tilly welcomes Marc Chase as principal and private equity practice leader. With extensive experience gained throughout his career, Marc possesses operator and board level knowledge in private equity investments. At Baker Tilly, Marc will provide specialized services to middle market investors throughout the transaction life cycle. More so, he will solidify the national team and strategy to work with private equity sponsors providing pre- and post-transaction guidance, advice and support.

Architecture

Magnusson Architecture and Planning, P.C.

Brian Loughlin, AIA APA, has been promoted to Principal at Magnusson Architectureand Planning (MAP). As thecompany’s Director of Planning andUrban Design for the last ve years, he has built upon the rm’slong legacy of bringing a communitybased and human-centered approach to planning and affordable housing desig. An advocate for equitable housing, planning and community development, he is anAdjunct Associate Professor of Architecture and Real Estate Development at ColumbiaUniversity, Chair of the American Planning Association’s Housing and Community Development Division and Co-Chair of AIANY’s Housing Committee. An expert in the eld of affordable housing, he is also a frequent contributor to industry related publications and events.

Accounting

LMC Certi ed Public Accountants

Christopher Kotan, CPA, previously Director of Tax, has been promoted to Principal at LMC Certi ed Public Accountants. Chris has 25 plus years of tax preparation and planning experience. He oversees the rm’s tax department and manages many client relationships, working closely with high-net-worth individuals and their familyrun businesses. His industry specialties span multiple areas that include but are not limited to wholesale, retail, manufacturing and distribution, real estate, apparel.

Architecture

Dattner Architects

Ruth Ro AIA, LEED

AP BD+C has been promoted to Principal at Dattner Architects. She leads the planning and design of large-scale mixed-use projects, including Lackawanna Plaza, Steiner Sequel, and 303 Sands. Her approach to working with clients and consultants is characterized by a commitment to problem solving through design and the belief in successful collaboration. Ruth is a leader in the rm’s Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

City National Bank

Executive Recruitment

Catalyst Advisors

Cissy Young, PhD, was recently named Partner at Catalyst Advisors LP, an international executive recruitment & assessment rm singularly focused on life sciences. Based in Boston, Dr. Young is a trusted advisor to Boards & CEOs on leadership topics, including assessment, recruitment & development of executive talent, bench building & succession planning, & board composition & evolution. Dr. Young brings over a decade of executive recruitment and DE&I leadership experience to Catalyst Advisors.

City National Bank promoted David Cameron to executive vice president of Personal & Business Banking. He will oversee the bank’s support of individuals, organizations, and small to midsize businesses with annual revenues under $40 million. Cameron succeeds Scott Witter, former executive vice president of Personal & Business Banking, who is retiring. City National is the largest bank headquartered in LA.

Architecture

Dattner Architects

Keith Engel AIA, LEED AP BD+C, CPHD has been promoted to Associate Principal at Dattner Architects. He values architecture’s ability to affect change and provide meaningful and equitable experiences. Dedicated to practicing socially responsible design, Keith has managed several affordable and supportive housing projects, including Chestnut Commons and the multi-phase redevelopment of Lambert Houses. Keith also serves as Studio Director for one of the rm’s housing studios.

Legal Services

Harris Beach PLLC

Public Finance

Attorney Jonathan

A. Ballan, counsel on some of New York’s largest economic development projects of the past two decades, has joined Harris Beach PLLC in New York as partner and head of a new Infrastructure and PublicPrivate Partnerships practice. In this role, Jon will lead attorneys statewide in working with clients and deal teams on structuring strategies for nancing and managing largescale public and private projects. www.harrisbeach.com

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