CPA business executive optimism hits highest point since 2004

Business executives who are also CPAs are feeling more optimistic about the U.S. economy than they have in more than 12 years, according to a new survey by the American Institute of CPAs:

• EY appoints first woman to role of Boston office principal.
• WebsterRogers names four regional MPs.
• A pair of Anders CPA partners earns local honors.
• Other recent hires, promotions and personnel news from firms across the country.
• Prager Metis CPAs creates new technology company.
• Stephano Slack's busy season goes to the dogs.
• PGHJ and Raffa both launch women empowerment initiatives.
• More news from across the country.
• CLA Foundation awards $749K for 2016.
• CliftonLarsonAllen's donations benefit organizations dedicated to education and career-building.
• Betterment for Business, ADP partner to bridge 401(k) and payroll operations.
• The two firms will offer a “seamless and efficient” solution between compensation and retirement fund allocations.
• Improve AP and deliver multiple benefits.
• A strategic, innovative approach to accounts payable (AP) process management can deliver.