LGA Press Release: 9/16/2024

LGA Welcomes Chris MacKenzie as Growth Leader to Drive Strategic Expansion
Woburn, MA – September 16, 2024 – LGA, a leading New England-based CPA and business advisory firm, is proud to announce the appointment of Chris MacKenzie as Growth Leader. In this pivotal role, MacKenzie will lead the firm’s long-term expansion and business development initiatives. With more than four decades of leadership experience in the accounting industry, MacKenzie joins LGA to enhance its growth strategies and strengthen its position as a premier independent CPA firm in the region.
MacKenzie’s distinguished career, including his most recent role as Boston market leader at RSM U.S. LLP, the fifth-largest accounting firm in the world, has equipped him with a deep understanding of how to drive organic growth and cultivate lasting client relationships. At LGA, he will focus on identifying new growth opportunities, optimizing business development strategies, and supporting the firm’s entrepreneurial spirit.
“LGA is at a pivotal stage in its growth, and I’m excited to join John and the team, who are deeply committed to delivering exceptional service with agility,” MacKenzie said. “My goal is to bring a fresh perspective to the firm’s strategic initiatives, ensuring we continue to innovate and remain a trusted partner for business across New England and beyond. I’m also looking forward to collaborating with RSM and my former partners through LGA’s participation in the Professional Services+ Collaborative.”
John Geraci, Managing Partner at LGA, expressed his enthusiasm about MacKenzie’s appointment, calling it a transformative moment for the firm. “Chris brings an unparalleled level of experience and insight that will help us continue building momentum. His proven ability to drive growth, combined with his leadership, will enable LGA to reach new heights while staying true to our core values of independence and client focus,” Geraci said.
In his role, MacKenzie will refine LGA’s business development framework and foster collaborative initiatives to expand the firm’s presence in key sectors. With the addition of Chris, LGA is poised to scale its services and continue delivering tailored advisory solutions to meet the evolving needs of its clients, solidifying its position as a premier independent CPA firm in New England.
For more details on Chris MacKenzie’s career and decision to join LGA, read this recent Boston Business Journal article by Trajan Warren.
About LGA
LGA, LLP is a premier New England-based full-service CPA and business advisory firm with offices in Woburn and Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, and Salem, New Hampshire. The firm adopts a collaborative, team-based approach that marries the breadth of its expertise with innovative thinking and a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities faced by owner-managed businesses. By working closely with clients, listening intently, and prioritizing their needs, LGA offers a broad range of strategic advisory, tax, and assurance services supplemented by a trusted partner network. Dedicated to achieving what’s next for its clients without the constraints of rigid systems or red tape, LGA’s pragmatic approach ensures superior results by focusing on what needs to be done to meet each client’s unique objectives.