Women's Initiatives

Women's Initiatives The Ohio Society of CPAsMore than half of all CPAs are now women and professional opportunities are growing exponentially for all CPAs who enjoy a high level of trust and credibility among business executives and the public. That means women have plenty of opportunity to grow rewarding and successful careers at all levels in the profession. But women are still lagging behind their male peers when it comes to advancing into leadership and partner positions. 

The Ohio Society of CPAs Women’s Initiatives Group aims to explore societal and professional trends unique to the profession and to engage women CPAs and those who work with them in initiatives that will move women to greater CPA career success.

Current Women's Initiatives Committee Members:
  • Maureen Westrick, CPA –Nationwide
  • Jessica Foster, CPA – Cohen & Company
  • Kaitlin Newkirk, CPA – Xavier University
  • Kathryn Jodon – Cerity Partners 
  • Kelli Bernstein, CPA – Meaden & Moore
  • Rachel Wojtkun, CPA  – Grant Thornton
  • Lori Kaiser, CPA – Kaiser Consulting 
  • Michelle Kuhtenia – Clear Guide Financial & Tax Services
  • Annette Rader, CPA, – William Vaughan 
  • Ebonie Jackson, CPA, – Lucas County 
  • Brittany Lawrence, CPA – Clark Schaefer Hackett & Co.
  • Wei Li, CPA – Kent State University
Learn more about OSCPA's Women's Initiatives:

Latest Women's Initiative's News:

  • Jul 14, 2022

    Memorable advice from career experts

    The dynamic speakers at the upcoming Women, Wealth and Wellness Conference have valuable insights on women’s history, relationships in the workplace, what it means to be a male ally and much more.
  • Feb 21, 2019

    Parental leave policies: Lululemon expands, Gates Foundation revamps

    Lululemon has announced it will now offer its employees three to six months of paid parental leave. The Gates Foundation, which had been offering a 52-week paid leave, has decided the concept isn't doable after all, but will give new parents $20,000.
  • Feb 15, 2019

    Report: Women make up 29% across all levels of Ohio government

    Women make up about 29% of Ohio’s elected officials across all levels of government, according to a report by the Matriots, a political action committee working to elect more women.

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Power of Change Honorees 2023

Nominate someone you know who has paved the way for female leaders. The ideal honoree will have a role in shaping their profession through extraordinary leadership, community involvement, mentorship, and innovation. Deadline to submit nominations is May 15, 2023.

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