Meet Our Student Ambassadors

Introducing our dynamic group of college and high school student ambassadors! They're serving as a liaison to bridge the gap between MassCPAs, accounting students and key contacts (professors, faculty, career services) for their respective schools.

These exceptional individuals will actively support the Society’s student membership by:

• Identifying key contacts for spreading awareness
• Distributing promotional materials
• Helping promote MassCPAs student programs and events through social media
• Speaking to introductory business courses about the accounting major and MassCPAs student membership
• Organizing one or more on-campus events in partnership with MassCPAs
• And much more!

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

My father was the one who suggested accounting. I didn't know much about it before college, but as soon as I learned how to read financial statements, I knew it was for me.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I am actually a good cook.

What’s your favorite way to destress?

Going for a jog and playing soccer are my go-to ways to de-stress and I recently started wall climbing.

What is a book, movie, or TV show you would recommend?

I would recommend The Alchemist for a book and Suits for a TV show.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

My goal is to meet fellow students who are interested in this field and let them know about the resources at MassCPAs. I’m also looking forward to working with and growing my network of professional contacts.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

I’ve wanted to pursue accounting since I was introduced to it in high school.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I’m very observant and have an amazing memory for small details.

What’s your favorite way to destress?

I like to be active, particularly playing soccer and going to the gym.

What is a book, movie, or TV show you would recommend?

I would recommend three TV shows: Power, Psych and Grey’s Anatomy.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

My goal is to help grow awareness about accounting and help other students get answers to their questions.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

I knew I wanted to pursue accounting after my sophomore year managerial accounting class. I liked how intuitive it was. It made sense for me as a numbers guy and someone who wanted to solve problems.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I’m actually a big introvert. My ideal setting would be complete silence and fresh air. I'm not talking to the extremes of Walden and Thoreau, but more so having peace wherever I may be.

What’s your favorite way to destress?

My favorite way to de-stress is by going outside for walks without any technology in hand.

What book, movie or TV show would you recommend?

My favorite TV shows lately have been The Bear and Killing Eve. Breaking Bad was also amazing. As for movies, Soul of the Game is a classic along with McFarland, USA.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

My goals are to help make my peers comfortable with the CPA Exam process while making sure they understand the benefits, as well.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

Although I have been interested in numbers and finances since an early age, senior year of high school I took an accounting class, and that is where I found my passion for accounting. From then, I became deeply involved in accounting and knew it would be something I would pursue.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I’m an avid chess player.

What’s your favorite way to destress?

My favorite way to de-stress is to play basketball and workout. Something about getting my body moving always puts me in a better mood.

What book, movie or TV show would you recommend?

A few months ago, I watched Good Will Hunting and it changed my perspective on life completely.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

I would like to highlight the potential benefits and opportunities that majoring in accounting has to offer. My goal is to show my peers that a future in accounting could be a great fit for anyone, and I want to create an environment that is positive and welcoming for everyone.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

From a very young age, I was always drawn to working with Excel and learning new formulas. During my junior year of high school, I took a personal finance course focused on accounting and I knew it was the right path for me.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I am a great dancer, but a bit shy at times.

What’s your favorite way to destress?

My favorite way to de-stress is to go on a walk and appreciate nature. I truly enjoy being by the ocean or hiking on a trail.

What book, movie or TV show would you recommend?

I would recommend the show Succession.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

My goal is to recruit more students who want to become CPAs so that they can receive the guidance and support they need to succeed in their careers.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

I knew I wanted to pursue a career in accounting after attending a "Preparing for Your CPA" seminar my first week of college. The speaker was very entertaining and opened my eyes to all the career possibilities.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I grew up in New Mexico and have nine national championship titles from when I was a competitive cheerleader.

What’s your favorite way to destress?

My favorite way to de-stress is to see my friends and explore new places.

What book, movie or TV show would you recommend?

One of my favorite movie trilogies is The Hunger Games.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

One of my goals is to connect with peers to spread awareness of MassCPAs and what the accounting profession offers.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

I knew I wanted to pursue a career in accounting during my first accounting class in college. At first, I was nervous, but I surprised myself and really enjoyed the curriculum. Although there are some difficult topics, I love the challenge.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I love animals. I have two Entlebucher Mountain Dogs, Strauss and Heinz, who are my best friends. I also love snakes and some spiders (mostly jumping spiders and tarantulas) so I plan to get those as pets someday.

What’s your favorite way to destress?

My favorite way to de-stress is watching Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy with my parents. We watch every night and get pretty competitive.

What book, movie or TV show would you recommend?

My favorite book is Penpal by Dathan Auerbach. Originally a Creepy Pasta story on Reddit, it was so good he made it into a book. I am a huge horror/thriller fan, so this kept me on the edge of my seat! I also highly recommend the movies Jurassic Park (1993) and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest and the TV show Breaking Bad.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

My goal is to be a valuable resource for students who are thinking of pursuing a degree and/or career in accounting but aren't sure where to start. I’m secretary of the Accounting Society, so I hope to plan an event with MassCPAs on campus that will give students a better understanding of the field.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

I knew I wanted to pursue accounting during the business dual enrollment I was taking at the time.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I have a passion for playing table tennis/ping pong. It's my way of unwinding and expressing creativity outside of the analytical world of accounting.

What’s your favorite way to destress?

Being by the water helps me de-stress.

What book, movie or TV show would you recommend?

I would recommend The Big Short , which offers an insightful look into the financial crisis and is a great watch for anyone interested in accounting or finance.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

My goal is to connect with students and faculty to raise awareness of the CPA profession. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and helping others learn more about accounting, and I also want to build valuable relationships within the MassCPAs network to grow professionally and learn from others in the field.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

I initially gravitated towards finance because I have a knack for numbers. However, after taking an accounting class, I found my true calling.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

Despite my eldest son being older than my classmates, I have managed to adapt to this environment.

What’s your favorite way to destress?

I have two favorite hobbies that I use to de-stress, writing and crafting jewelry.

What book, movie or TV show would you recommend?

I would recommend the movie Forrest Gump as it presents a humorous depiction of what motivation looks like.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

I hope to act as a liaison between the school and the organization to broaden MassCPAs’ student membership. I’d also like to Increase awareness among peers about the significance of acquiring their CPA licensure and develop opportunities to foster their professional growth.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

Accounting was not my first idea for a career and it took a larger career shift for me to consider the field. I started considering accounting when I left education and have been excited about all that I have learned and experienced as I started my journey toward this career change.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I can ride a unicycle.

What’s your favorite way to destress?

Taking a walk on a sunny day.

What book, movie or TV show would you recommend?

I’ve really enjoyed the new TV adaptation of Interview with the Vampire.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

I’d like to help bring awareness of the accounting profession and all the possible career paths available to my fellow students after graduation.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

I knew in 11th grade that I wanted to pursue a career in accounting after getting a glimpse of it in my economics class. I’ve always loved numbers and organization, so accounting seemed like the perfect fit. My interest only grew as I met various accountants and learned about the profession through MassCPAs’ ACE program.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I have a tailless tuxedo cat named Mimi.

What’s your favorite way to de-stress?

I like to bake and listen to music.

What is a book, movie or TV show you would recommend?

I recommend the movie Everything Everywhere at Once!

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

My goals are to spread awareness about accounting as a possible career for high schoolers and derail common misconceptions. There aren’t many resources for prospective accountants, so I also want to highlight all the accessible opportunities and experiences MassCPAs offers. 

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

I knew I wanted to pursue a career in accounting after the first day of MassCPAs’ ACE program this summer. Before attending, I knew very little about the profession, but I now realize that accounting is so much more than just analyzing business transactions – it’s the language of business.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I’ve been ski racing for seven or eight years, but this year I’m taking a break for a foreign exchange trip I am going on. 

What’s your favorite way to de-stress?

Making to-do lists and seeing everything I need to get done on a piece of paper really helps me take a breather. It’s the first thing I do every day when I come home from school because it doesn't take that long and helps me to stay productive, especially when I don't feel like it.

What is a book, movie or TV show you would recommend?

I would recommend The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde. It spreads the message of how impressionable and rash young people can be, and portrays the saying, "be careful what you wish for" very well.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

My goal is to introduce others to accounting and help showcase the multi-faceted professions that an accountant can be part of.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

I knew I wanted to pursue a career in finance after attending MassCPAs’ ACE program. I love working with numbers and applying them to real world solutions.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I love to cook and have a boatload of recipes under my belt.

What’s your favorite way to de-stress?

Playing basketball with friends.

What is a book, movie or TV show you would recommend?

Inception by Christopher Nolan.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

My goal is to inform students about how important accounting knowledge is to any field in business.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

While working with MassCPAs’ Pipeline Partner Floyd Advisory LLC during the ACE program, I discovered forensic investigation and accounting. I never considered that these fields overlap, but learning about this intersection truly captured my interest. Given the rising instances of fraud today, I’m excited to pursue this in college, as it offers both a rewarding challenge and a consistent demand for skilled professionals.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I’m involved in sports throughout the school year. I play soccer in the fall and participate in winter and spring track, competing at the varsity level in all three. Balancing athletics and academics is a challenge, but I have learned to manage my time effectively and persevere through difficulties.

What’s your favorite way to de-stress?

Going to the gym and hanging out with my friends. I also like to organize my room while listening to podcasts.

What is a book, movie or TV show you would recommend?

Ginny and Georgia

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

My goal is to inform my classmates about the opportunities MassCPAs has to offer. I aim to educate them about getting involved and taking their business knowledge to the next level. MassCPAs also provides a unique chance to connect with students and professionals from across Massachusetts. I believe that by sharing these opportunities and encouraging my peers to participate, I can help them enhance their educational journeys.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

Although I do not intend to pursue accounting after high school, I do plan on studying business administration. The skills and exposure I’ve gained through accounting strengthen my knowledge and broaden my scope of business. Accounting and its principles also help me understand financial insight, cost management and budgeting.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I have been taking dance classes in school for four years and created a dance crew that caters to my city's community. 

What’s your favorite way to de-stress?

I listen to music that expresses my emotions and I watch rom-coms to lighten my mood as a distraction.

What is a book, movie or TV show you would recommend?

I believe everyone should watch the movie Back To The Future at least once in their life, and I would recommend reading All The Bright Places. 

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

My goals are to spread awareness about accounting and derail common misconceptions.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

I see accounting as an essential foundation for my aspirations to become a fashion designer and open my own brand. While my heart is in fashion, I understand that having a solid understanding of finances is crucial for success in any business. Accounting allows me to blend my creative side with my analytical skills, helping me make informed decisions that will drive my future endeavors.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

People may not know that I’ve faced significant challenges in my life that shaped who I am today. Growing up between Haverhill and Amesbury, I learned the importance of resilience and adaptability, and these experiences have deepened my understanding of community and the value of supporting others through their struggles.

What’s your favorite way to de-stress?

I love being outside and feeling the breeze, especially during fall walks or while watching sunrises and sunsets on the beach. It really helps me clear my mind and relax.

What is a book, movie or TV show you would recommend?

I’d recommend It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover because it beautifully explores complex relationships and teaches that no matter the hardships in life, there's always a way to overcome them. It reminds me that even in the darkest times, you can still see a beautiful rainbow.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

I hope to help other students realize the importance of financial literacy and how rewarding a career in accounting can be. This program has taught me so much, and I want others to see what a great opportunity it is.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

Accounting has fundamental principles, which can have so many different applications. This made me want to learn more and explore accounting.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I can eat the inside of a lime.

What’s your favorite way to de-stress?

My favorite way to de-stress is to take a long walk.

What is a book, movie or TV show you would recommend?

I would recommend the Turkish show Hercai.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

My goal is to empower other students and shed light on the different possibilities a career in accounting can unlock.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

It was during MassCPAs’ ACE program when we talked UMass Amherst alumni who shared how much they love being accountants and all the benefits a career in accounting brings.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

 I love to golf.

What’s your favorite way to de-stress?

Playing golf with friends and working out.

What is a book, movie or TV show you would recommend?

Good Will Hunting

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

To be a resource to other students who are interested in accounting and want to get a jump start on their careers.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

I knew I wanted to pursue a career in accounting at the end of junior year. I had spent two years learning how to keep finances for a family friend and taken an accounting course in school, which really piqued my interest.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I’m very creative. Whenever I have free time, I look for new things to make, whether that's a new recipe or learning how to crochet.

What’s your favorite way to de-stress?

I love to de-stress by doing a color by number and watching a good show or listening to a podcast.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

I recently watched the show My Lady Jane, which was hilarious. I'd recommend it to anyone who loves a good historical comedy.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in accounting and why?

I knew I wanted a career in accounting when I began working with my best friend’s mom. I’ve been immersed in numbers and finance my whole life — my father is a bank manager and my mother taught accounting at a college — so it feels like a natural path for me.

What is something everyone may not know about you?

I spent much of my childhood practicing rhythmic gymnastics. This experience not only allowed me to explore my passion for movement but also instilled in me the foundational values of hard work and dedication. Through the countless hours of training, I learned the importance of commitment and perseverance in pursuing my aspirations.

What’s your favorite way to de-stress?

Taking a shower, putting on my pajamas and watching a show or movie. This routine lets me escape into another reality, where I can forget about the stresses and challenges of the real world, even if just for a little while.

What is a book, movie or TV show you would recommend?

It’s hard to name just one, but I love anything from young adult and dystopian genres to political dramas and thrillers. Each offers something unique and captivating that keeps me hooked.

What are your goals as a MassCPAs Student Ambassador?

My goal is to promote a true understanding of the culture surrounding accounting and business. I aim to challenge and change the misconceptions many people hold about this career path, showcasing its value and opportunities.