blumshapiro, the largest regional business advisory firm based in New England, with offices in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island, has announced the appointment of a new partner, John Toscano, CPA.
As a partner, John will be participating in the leadership of blum’s Education Practice. He has more than 28 years of experience, primarily focused on serving educational institutions of all types and providing specific expertise on endowment-related matters.
“We are excited to welcome John to the partnership. He epitomizes the diverse talent blum brings to client service and is greatly admired for his strategic counsel,” said Joseph A. Kask, Chief Executive Officer of blumshapiro. “John’s long-standing leadership coupled with his years of experience serving the New England market will further deepen the value our education industry team delivers to our clients.”
“I’m honored to be joining a firm that truly understands the education industry,” said Toscano. “To be part of a team that brings best practices and new ways of operating is very exciting. I look forward to providing the strategy and direction that will enable the firm’s clients to be successful today and into the future.”
Toscano’s years of experience include providing accounting, auditing, tax and advisory services to clients in various industries, comprising education, not-for-profit, construction and manufacturing. In addition, Toscano has given keynote speeches at many education industry events for private boarding and day schools. His professional accomplishments have been recognized with a Hartford Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 award.
Toscano’s professional and industry affiliations include membership in the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Connecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants, National Business Officers Association, Connecticut Association of Independent Schools, Association of Independent Schools of New England, Eastern Association of College and University Business Officers and New York State Association of Independent Schools.
Toscano is very active in community endeavors, including current and past volunteer positions with the Connecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants, National Multiple Sclerosis Society – CT Chapter and Capital Workforce Partners.
He is a graduate of the University of Connecticut with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Accounting.
Toscano resides in Cheshire, Connecticut.