Holyoke, Massachusetts (July 31, 2024) — Meyers Brothers Kalicka, P.C. is proud to announce the following new hires:
- Catherine O’Connell, A&A Associate
- Katrina Arona, Marketing and Recruiting Associate
- Taylor Bahn, A&A Associate
Catherine O’Connell, A&A Associate
Catherine first joined the firm as an A&A intern and has been recently promoted to Associate in the firm’s A&A department.
Her professional focus includes Assurance services, with industry concentrations in Not-for-Profit sectors. Catherine approaches customer service with professionalism, patience, and a people-first attitude, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, efficiency, and adaptability in achieving optimal solutions for clients and the firm. Her approachable and friendly demeanor makes her a valuable asset to any client interaction.
Catherine received her B.S. in Accounting from Westfield State University. She is also a member of CPAmerica and the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants.
Katrina Arona, Marketing and Recruiting Coordinator
Katrina joins MBK with five years of experience in administrative and project management. Known for her exceptional organizational skills and willingness to assist, Katrina thrives on guiding projects from vision to fruition. In her new role, she will oversee marketing activities related to business development, niche development, thought leadership, and social media. Additionally, Katrina will serve as the firm’s primary contact for recruitment, participating in college recruiting fairs and working to attract both emerging and experienced professionals to the team.
Katrina received her B.S. from Springfield College. She is also a member of CPAmerica, the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants, and the Association for Accounting Marketers (AAM).
Taylor Bahn, A&A Associate
Taylor was promoted to Associate after initially joining the firm as an intern. He believes that an exceptional customer experience is built on respect, politeness, and attentiveness. Coupled with his academic credentials, his active lifestyle in running and rugby underscores his dedication to teamwork and resilience. We are confident that Taylor will be a valuable asset to our Audit and Assurance department.
Taylor holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Science in Accounting slated for completion this summer from UMass Amherst. He is also a member of CPAmerica, the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants, and the Association for Accounting Marketers (AAM).
