Haskell & White Announces Leadership Growth with New Promotions for 2025

IRVINE, Calif., January 10, 2024 – Irvine-based Haskell & White LLP, one of Southern California’s largest independently owned accounting, auditing, and tax consulting firms, is pleased to announce promotions as we begin the new year.

“It’s inspiring to start the new year with individuals stepping into new roles within the Firm. Watching our team members embrace new challenges and deepen their expertise in serving our clients is incredibly rewarding.” said Wayne Pinnell, managing partner of Haskell & White. “At Haskell & White, success measured by the growth and achievements of our people and clients is one of our core values. Seeing our people thrive and advance in their careers is a testament to their dedication and to the collaborative culture we’ve built together.”

Haskell & White’s new promotions include the following professionals:

Kellie Kremer – Principal, Audit and Business Advisory Services Department

Kellie Kremer has been promoted to Principal in the Audit and Business Advisory Services Department. With 13 years of public accounting experience and a passion for helping clients achieve their financial reporting objectives with quality and efficiency, Kremer is set to make a significant impact in her new role. She has served private and public companies across industries such as real estate, construction, life sciences, manufacturing, and distribution. Known for her deep understanding of financial accounting and her ability to consult clients on complex accounting standards, Kremer brings a strategic approach to helping clients meet their goals. Her promotion reflects her dedication to fostering client trust and mentoring the next generation of professionals at Haskell & White.

Jenny Ngo, CPA – Senior Manager, Tax Services Group

Jenny Ngo has been promoted to Senior Manager in the Tax Services Group. Since joining Haskell & White, Ngo has brought exceptional expertise to serving real estate organizations, including partnerships, S-corporations, related individual returns, and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). In addition to real estate, she also serves companies in the life science and services industries.  With nearly a decade of public accounting experience—including time at a national firm and a Big 4 firm—Ngo combines technical expertise with a client-focused approach. In her new role, she will continue managing complex tax engagements, developing tailored project plans to meet client objectives, mentoring her team to deliver efficient, high-quality results, and expanding her focus on consulting to provide clients with strategic insights and solutions.

Sean Furgala-King – Manager, Audit and Business Advisory Services Department

Sean Furgala-King has been promoted to Manager in the Audit and Business Advisory Services Department! Furgala-King joined Haskell & White in 2020 as a staff accountant and has worked hard to grow into his new role, earning promotions to Senior and now Manager in five years.

Furgula-King is looking forward to mentoring and coaching others while honing his managerial skills. With a sharp analytical mindset, resilience, and a great sense of humor, Furgula-King makes work both productive and enjoyable for his team and clients. He works with clients in industries like life sciences, medical devices, manufacturing, and services.

Ashley Lundquist – Manager, Audit and Business Advisory Services Department  

Ashley Lundquist has been promoted to Manager in the Audit and Business Advisory Services Department! With six years of public accounting experience and a background in private industry accounting, Lundquist brings a well-rounded perspective to her work, allowing her to understand clients’ needs from both operational and accounting standpoints.

In her new role, Lundquist is excited to continue building strong relationships with her clients while mentoring and coaching her team members to help them grow and succeed. Lundquist serves clients across a variety of industries, including manufacturing, distribution, services, and nonprofits. Her ability to connect with people and her dedication to excellence are key to her success.

Andrew Nero – Manager, Tax Services Group

Andrew Nero has been promoted to Manager in the Tax Services Group! Nero first joined Haskell & White as an intern in 2020 and has steadily grown within the firm, earning this well-deserved promotion through his dedication and hard work.

In his new role, Nero is excited to take on greater responsibilities, including managing client engagements and guiding his team to success. Known for his strong work ethic, teamwork mindset, and commitment to excellence, Nero serves clients in Real Estate and Technology industries.

Mahsa Samani – Manager, Tax Services Group

Mahsa Samani has been promoted to Manager in the Tax Services Group! With six years of public accounting experience and a strong background in private industry, Samani brings a wealth of expertise and a client-centered approach to her work. Since joining Haskell & White, she has built a reputation for her dedication, hard work, and ability to deliver tailored solutions, particularly for clients in the real estate industry. In her new role, Samani looks forward to managing client engagements, mentoring her team, and continuing to contribute to the firm’s growth and success.

Yuhuan Lin – Senior, Audit and Business Advisory Services Department

Congratulations to Yuhuan Lin on her promotion to Senior in the Audit and Business Advisory Services Department! With two years of experience in public accounting, Lin has quickly established herself as a dedicated and adaptable professional.

In her new role, Lin is excited to take on more responsibilities, including mentoring and training staff to enhance their audit knowledge and skills. She’s also looking forward to collaborating closely with managers to ensure engagements run smoothly and efficiently.

Lin has worked with clients across a variety of industries, including real estate, life sciences, manufacturing, services, and nonprofits.

About Haskell & White LLP

Haskell & White LLP is one of the largest independently owned accounting, auditing, and tax consulting firms in Southern California, servicing public and private middle-market companies. With locations in Irvine and San Diego, Haskell & White combines the expansive services, knowledge, experience, and reach of national and international accounting firms with the personal attention, responsiveness, and value of a local organization.

Haskell & White works with companies in a broad range of industries, including real estate, manufacturing, distribution, life science, technology, and retail. The firm provides solid expertise and services to its clients in the tax and audit disciplines, including advising SEC registrants and consulting on mergers and acquisitions.

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