New York–based CPA.com, the business and technology subsidiary of the AICPA, announced the appointment of Tim Christen as chair of its board of directors. Christen has served on the CPA.com board and now steps into the chair role, bringing extensive experience in firm leadership, technological innovation and practice area transformation as the company continues its mission to empower accounting firms and finance teams for the digital age. Christen succeeds Barry Melancon whose term concluded earlier this year.
Christen is the former chairman and CEO of Baker Tilly U.S., where he led the firm through a period of significant growth and strategic expansion. Additionally, Christen served as Chairman of Baker Tilly International. He also served as Chairman of the AICPA board of directors and played a pivotal role in advancing the profession’s future readiness, including championing initiatives around technology transformation, talent development and global strategy.
“Tim’s leadership experience and deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the profession have been instrumental during his tenure on the CPA.com board,” said Erik Asgeirsson, president and CEO of CPA.com. “As Chair, his vision for how technology and advisory services are reshaping the future of accounting will be invaluable in guiding CPA.com into our next phase as we continue to equip firms and finance teams with transformative solutions and business strategies to position for ongoing success.”
“I am honored to step into this role at such a dynamic and pivotal time for our profession,” said Christen. “Business model transformation, technology and the shift into advisory services are rapidly changing how we deliver value to clients, and CPA.com is at the forefront of providing the tools and support accounting and finance professionals need to thrive. I look forward to continuing to work with the CPA.com team and my fellow board members to deliver value to financial professionals.”
