CLA announces career advancements in Tampa Bay

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP) has announced career advancements for professionals across the country, including 18 in Tampa Bay.

The individuals advancing in Tampa Bay include:

Steve Spenceley, director, business operations

Ashlyn VanDenDriessche, manager, manufacturing and distribution

Brent Mikkleson, manager, real estate

Harry Moses, manager, construction

Mark Murphy, director, federal tax strategies

Tyler Hernandez, director, state and local tax

Zoran Jovic, tester manager, cybersecurity

Christopher Whipple, manager, transaction services

Deanna Balkcom, director, HRCO consultant

Liam McGoldrick, manager, data scientist

Tia Mumpower, senior, business operations

Oriona Davidhi, senior, business operations

Rhett Causby, senior, construction

Alex Melton, senior, technology

Ayancy Caicedo Charris, senior, transaction services

Jade Kramny, senior people solutions operations coordinator, people solutions

Bridget Leon, associate, learning delivery

Kesi Allen, associate, data analyst

“In today’s changing economy and business climate, it is more important than ever to have deep, essential and meaningful connections to our clients,” said Gretchen Whalen, leader of the State and Local Tax practice in the East Region, in a statement. “As they change and evolve, our people need to be right alongside, guiding them on their wealth enhancement and business development journey. These advancements reflect the incredible relationships we have with our clients across the board.”

The advancements were effective July 1.

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