CPAmerica Shuffles Board Leadership, Adds Three New Directors — CPAmerica, Inc.

Event summary

John Lauseng, CEO of Aldrich Group, becomes chair of CPAmerica's board, succeeding Blake Isobe.
Three new members—Jeff Barbacci, Rich Craig, and Brenda Jacobs—join the nine-member board.
Katie Thomas of Honkamp, P.C. elected vice chair/chair-elect.
Outgoing board members include Gary Anglin and John Cournan.
CPAmerica is part of Crowe Global, a network with $5.3B in combined firm revenue.

The big picture

CPAmerica’s board refresh signals a focus on deepening collaboration and innovation among its independent accounting firms. As part of Crowe Global, a network with $5.3B in combined revenue, the association’s governance shifts could influence its positioning in the competitive professional services landscape. The new leadership team’s ability to drive strategic progress will be critical in maintaining member loyalty and growth.

What we're watching

Strategic Alignment: How Lauseng’s leadership will steer CPAmerica’s long-term goals and member initiatives.
Board Dynamics: Whether the new board composition can sustain collaboration and innovation.
Member Engagement: The pace at which the board’s strategic shifts translate into tangible value for member firms.