Eccezion Announces 2025 Firm Promotions

Published On: January 7th, 2025Categories: Company News, Press Release

MCHENRY, ILLINOIS (January X, 2025) – Eccezion, a full-service CPA, business consulting, technology and marketing services firm, is pleased to announce the promotion of several outstanding team members. These individuals have demonstrated exceptional dedication, expertise, and commitment to the firm’s mission of delivering exceptional client service and fostering a culture of excellence.

“We are thrilled to recognize the hard work, dedication, and accomplishments of these individuals,” said Managing Partner Shelly Spata. “Their leadership and expertise will help drive our firm’s continued success and strengthen the impact we make for our clients and communities.”

Shelly Spata, Managing Partner

Congratulations to our 2025 Promotions

This accountant is not only an expert in the audit field but has also become a key part of our mentorship program. His efforts help to guide our newer accountants and ensure that they not only learn our field but, more importantly, feel like they are a part of our firm from the beginning. Congratulations to our newest Senior Manager.

Chase Blazier

These two accountants are integral parts of our team. Respected by their clients and peers, both personally and professionally. They are true experts in their fields and deserving of this promotion. Congratulations to our newest Managers:

Justina Colon
Lisa Tiemann, CPA

Dedicated, honest, and reliable. These are just some attributes that describe our newly promoted Senior Accountant. This is a well-deserved step as this team member continues building trust with her clients and has taken on mentoring her peers as they pursue their CPA. Cheers to this year’s new Senior Accountant:

Alannah Haworth, CPA

We truly enjoy watching our staff grow and evolve as professionals within our firm. These three accountants have not only blossomed within their roles but have also challenged those around them to grow. We are proud of the growth-focus of these new Level 2 Accountants:

Alyssa Church
Eli Espitia
Michael Michalak

We are also recognizing two members of our professional staff. As administrative and payroll professionals, these two team members are not only key parts of what allows our firm to function day in and day out but are trusted by the clients they serve. Congratulations to our payroll and administrative professionals:

Elizabeth Cave, Payroll Specialist 2
Lauren Iodice, Level 2 Admin

These promotions reflect Eccezion’s dedication to cultivating talent, fostering career development, and delivering exceptional service to clients.

About Eccezion

Eccezion is a full-service CPA, business consulting, technology, and marketing services firm that focuses first on the relationship with our clients. The partners and team at Eccezion are committed to guiding our clients to meet their personal and professional goals. For more information and to schedule a consultation, please contact our team.

About the Author: Shelly Spata, CPA

Shelly Spata joined the firm in 1998, and her name went on the door in 1999. She now serves as the Managing Partner of the firm. "As a business owner myself, I understand the complexities and challenges business owners face, and I strive to add value by helping clients understand their financial statements, manage tax consequences, and clearly see the financial and tax ramifications — both positive and negative — of decisions they make," she explains. "Without good financial information, it’s like driving a car blind, but with good information, clients are able to maximize profits."