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Brieanna Pettengill

Position: Vice President, Partner
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Partner, Professional Staff
Location: Dover

Brieanna first joined Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Professional Association in 2011. Brieanna joined the partner group in January 2025 and works from our Dover, NH location overseeing many of the firm’s nonprofit, HUD, and low-income housing audits. Throughout her tenure at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Brieanna has earned a reputation for leveraging her impeccable attention to detail and strong organizational skills to deliver the financial support clients need to navigate through the potentially arduous audit process seamlessly and successfully.

Brieanna graduated from Southern New Hampshire University in 2010 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. She launched her career at a firm located in Tewksbury, MA that same year. There, Brieanna teamed with clients in a diverse range of industries and gained invaluable experience in professional tax management.

At Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Brieanna has proven that math and numbers aren’t her only superpowers. She also has exceptional people skills and enjoys traveling to client locations where she can closely collaborate with her colleagues to understand their specific needs and concerns. Brieanna effortlessly establishes herself as a trusted resource to our clients, acting as an extension of their organization to ensure they hit every audit deadline and deliverable. As a dedicated Leone, McDonnell & Roberts contributor, Brieanna uses her extensive insight and knowledge to develop customized financial audit solutions to help resolve any client issue.

When not hard at work in the office, Brieanna enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. She spends considerable time traveling New England watching her children’s sporting events.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • New Hampshire
  • Granite State Managers Association (GSMA) 2024 President’s Award

MEMBERSHIPS

  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPA)
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • Granite State Manager’s Association (GSMA)
    • Treasurer

EDUCATION

  • Southern New Hampshire University
    • Bachelor of Science: Accounting

Brieanna first joined Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Professional Association in...

Brieanna Pettengill

Vice President, Partner

Ryan T. Maran

Position: Vice President, Partner
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Partner, Professional Staff
Location: Wolfeboro

Ryan launched his accounting career with Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Professional Association in 2013 as a recent college graduate. Although new to the field, Ryan’s accounting skills and insights helped him quickly establish himself as an invaluable on-site resource for both clients and colleagues alike. In January 2025, Ryan was promoted to Partner in our Wolfeboro, NH office. In this role, Ryan manages multiple areas of accounting expertise. Some of his many specialties include audits of closely-held companies and nonprofit organizations as well as tax planning and preparation for both individuals and businesses.

Ryan brings a diverse range of skills and talents to the firm that extend beyond his exceptional accounting capabilities. Ryan is committed to customer service excellence at all times, continuously building and expanding relationships with clients for long-term professional partnerships. He is also a natural problem-solver, going above and beyond to resolve customer questions and concerns for optimal results.

Ryan graduated cum laude from the University of New Hampshire in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science in accounting. He completed his graduate degree in 2013, earning a Master of Science in accounting. When not in the office, Ryan can be found camping, riding his bike, and spending time with his three sons and daughter. Ryan and his wife, Shaylyn, reside in Wolfeboro along with their children.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • New Hampshire

MEMBERSHIPS

  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPA)
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • Wolfeboro Area Chamber of Commerce
    • Treasurer of the Board of Directors
  • Nancy Clement Black Memorial Fund
    • Trustee

EDUCATION

  • University of New Hampshire, cum laude
    • Bachelor of Science: Business Administration with concentration in Accounting
    • Master of Science: Accounting

Ryan launched his accounting career with Leone, McDonnell & Roberts,...

Ryan T. Maran

Vice President, Partner

Thomas W. Roberts

Position: Principal
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: North Conway

Tom joined Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Professional Association in 1987 and currently works part time in the firm’s North Conway and Wolfeboro offices. Over the years, Tom has helped guide the day-to-day operations at our North Conway office, working toward the overall growth and sustainability of the firm in the community. Tom specializes in providing reliable consulting and tax planning services for private, family-owned businesses. He is also involved with the firm’s nonprofit organization practice.

Prior to joining Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Tom worked at a regional CPA firm in Chicago, Illinois for eight years. Tom began his public accounting career in 1979.

With a professional background of more than 40 years, Tom has established the necessary experience and acumen to assist his clients with a wide range of issues. In one instance, he helped an inn and restaurant client more than double its business interruption insurance payout. For another client, Tom assisted with converting the business to a limited liability company saving them significant tax dollars. Beyond his client success stories, he has shared his extensive knowledge as a volunteer and board member for numerous nonprofit organizations.

Tom was inspired to pursue a career in the accounting field due to his interest and natural abilities in problem solving. Today he attributes his success to his strong people skills and the lasting relationships he builds with his clients.

Born and raised in Chicago, Tom currently resides in Wolfeboro with his wife, Rita, and their two children. Outside the office, Tom’s hobbies include biking, skiing, hiking and fishing.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • New Hampshire
  • Volunteer of the Year Award, Mount Washington Valley Economic Council
  • Volunteer of the Year Award, Starting Point

MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPA)
  • Assistance Canine Training Services
    • Treasurer
    • Board Member
  • Mount Washington Valley Economic Council
    • Member, Loan Review Board
  • Friends of Pop Whalen
    • Treasurer
    • Board Member

EDUCATION

  • Illinois State University
    • Bachelor of Science: Accounting (1979)

Tom joined Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Professional Association in 1987...

Thomas W. Roberts

Principal

Joseph F. Quinn, Jr.

Position: Principal
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: Dover

Joe joined Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Professional Association in 2005, and is responsible for managing client relationships and staff. Joe also oversees client development.

In addition to his management duties, Joe provides a wide array of reliable, high quality services to his clients. He maintains particular specialization with financial planning, investments, retirement plans and insurance, as well as tax return preparation and planning for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts and estates, gift taxes, not-for-profits and retirement plans. Moreover, Joe has extensive experience representing both businesses and individuals during audits before the IRS and the State of New Hampshire. He works with a variety of clients including those in the manufacturing, construction, consulting, sales, wholesale and retail, country club, condo association and real estate industries.

Joe began his career more than two decades ago, working for two small New York City CPA firms over the course of a six-year period. He then transitioned to a large firm, Grant Thornton LLP, where he performed audits of public and private companies that included filings with the SEC. In 1998, Joe joined H. Richard & Co., CPAs in New Hampshire, which merged with Leone, McDonnell & Roberts approximately six years later.

Growing up, Joe always excelled in math and science and especially enjoyed complex problem solving. These skills and interests led him to focus on accounting and finance in college and pursue a career in the field. Today, Joe attributes his success to his friends, family and the numerous influential colleagues he has worked with over the years. He also credits his appreciation for life and not taking things for granted to his mother and brother, both of whom lost their battles with cancer.

Joe was raised on Long Island, New York. He currently resides in Exeter, New Hampshire. Outside the office, Joe enjoys boating, playing golf and spending time with family and friends.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • New Hampshire
    • New York

MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPA)
  • New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYSSCPA)
  • Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce
  • University of Buffalo Alumni Association
  • Exeter Country Club
    • Board of Directors
      • Vice President

EDUCATION

  • University of Buffalo, The State University of New York
    • Bachelor of Science: Business Administration – Accounting and Finance (1985)

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Joseph F. Quinn, Jr.

Principal

Tavia D. Cederberg

Position: Principal
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: Wolfeboro

In her role as Principal, Tavia oversees work performed by the firm’s staff level employees, such as audits, reviews, compilations and tax preparation.

Tavia joined Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Professional Association in 1995. In her role as Principal, she oversees work performed by the firm’s staff level employees, such as audits, reviews, compilations and tax preparation. In her own client responsibilities, Tavia specializes in accounting systems analysis and consulting. She also consults with clients regarding their tax planning, banking and financing needs.

Tavia has extensive experience working with closely-held construction companies, including general contractors and sub-contractors. In addition, she possesses a deep understanding of construction from both sides of the desk. Tavia grew up working on job sites during the summers helping her father, a contractor in his own right, allowing her to develop familiarity with the workers, foremen, job superintendents, needs of the owners and the bankers who serve them.

Tavia began her public accounting career in 1992 at the CPA firm of DiSalvo & Associates, PA. There she assisted with payroll preparation, tax return preparation and write-up work. Tavia also got a taste for the accounting profession in a part-time role at Street Electric, Inc., a family-owned electrical contracting company, where she assisted with all aspects of monthly and annual financial statement preparation. While at Street Electric, Inc., she served as an assistant to the company’s controller, who was one of Tavia’s greatest mentors. Tavia is forever grateful to this mentor, who previously served in the same role for the producers of the “Rambo” series of films with Sylvester Stallone, for the invaluable knowledge and experience she gained as a result of her tutelage.

With an accounting background of more than two decades, Tavia has developed the necessary skill set to provide expert recommendations to help her clients succeed. On numerous occasions, she has assisted small businesses faced with tens of thousands of dollars in software upgrades to utilize much less expensive software and customize it to meet their needs. In another instance, Tavia helped a contractor uncover software problems and recreated their data to help save them hundreds of thousands in tax dollars.

When determining the career path that would best fit her personal interests and priorities, Tavia chose accounting because she felt she could take it with her wherever she goes. She desired a career where she was not forced to sit in one place and do the same thing every day. Tavia’s decision proved to be the right one, as her career has allowed her to travel, meet interesting people, and observe the fascinating and diverse effects finance has on people’s lives. Today she attributes her success to her faith, her supportive family and the first-class working environment at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts.

Tavia was born and raised in Meredith, New Hampshire with her parents and sister. She currently resides in Center Sandwich with her husband and son. Outside the office, Tavia maintains a variety of hobbies and interests, including long-distance swimming, trap-shooting, fine guns, fast cars, big trucks, traveling anywhere with warm temperatures and water, photography, art, cooking and snorkeling. She also enjoys staying actively involved with her son’s activities.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • New Hampshire
  • QuickBooks Online Certified ProAdvisor (Level 1 & Level 2)
  • QuickBooks Desktop Certified ProAdvisor (Level 1 & Level 2)

MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPA)

EDUCATION

  • Plymouth State University (1992)

In her role as Principal, Tavia oversees work performed by...

Tavia D. Cederberg

Principal

Kimberly Belair

Position: Principal
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: Dover

Kimberly started her career at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts in 2015 after graduating from Plymouth State University. During her time at Plymouth State, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and a minor in Professional Communication. She also earned the distinction of being a Top 20 Senior and graduating summa cum laude (she doesn’t like to brag—but we’re happy to do it for her!).

A Principal in our Dover, New Hampshire office, Kimberly has focused on auditing, with some tax work that spans nonprofits, manufacturing, and employee benefit plan audits. Kimberly loves working with clients in various industries, gaining an understanding of different verticals, forming professional relationships, traveling to clients, and working as a team to achieve goals and deadlines. She also assists in the firm’s recruiting process and training new staff members, proving that she’s a true team player willing to jump in and help out with whatever the firm needs.

Kimberly is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPA).  She serves on the Society’s Leadership Council. An active member of the Board of Directors for Dover Adult Learning Center (DALC), Kimberly serves as the Treasurer and on the Finance Committee.

A resident of Somersworth, NH, Kimberly enjoys camping, boating, snowboarding, and spending time with family and friends. With a strong sense of adventure and passion for travel, Kim hopes to visit all of the National Parks in the United States.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • New Hampshire

MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPA)
    • Leadership Council
  • Dover Adult Learning Center
    • Board of Directors
    • Treasurer
    • Finance Committee

EDUCATION

  • Plymouth State University, summa cum laude
    • Bachelor of Science: Accounting (2015)
    • Minor: Professional Communication

Kimberly started her career at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts in...

Kimberly Belair

Principal

Angela M. Zakon

Position: Manager
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: North Conway

Angela joined the Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Professional Association team in 2008 and currently serves as Manager in our North Conway office where she specializes in a variety of tax and audit services. Her areas of expertise include audit, reviews, and compilation services within the nonprofit sector as well as tax preparation and planning for individuals, partnerships, and S corporations in a wide range of industries. In her role as Manager, Angela gets to do what she does best: use her accounting and business skills to help individuals and organizations financially succeed.

Beyond her professional support of Leone, McDonnell & Roberts’ clients, Angela also lends her invaluable insight to colleagues and local organizations as a teacher and trainer. She has partnered with the Mount Washington Valley Economic Council’s Nonprofit Bootcamp where she’s taught courses on several industry-relevant topics including

• Internal controls
• Risk assessment
• Reading financial statements
• Board responsibilities for nonprofit organizations

Angela’s problem solving and math skills prompted her to pursue a BS in Accountancy from Case Western Reserve University where she graduated cum laude. In 1992, she launched her professional accounting career at Coopers & Lybrand (now PricewaterhouseCoopers) where she gained invaluable experience partnering with clients that specialized in financial services. Coopers & Lybrand is also where Angela first developed her affinity for teaching and training.

Over the last 25+ years, Angela has gained the experience, skills, and competencies needed to serve and support clients with a diverse range of accounting issues. Her unwavering professionalism, follow-through, and organizational capabilities are just some of the many key differentiators that have contributed to Angela’s success at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts.

When she’s not in the office, you’ll find Angela spending time with her husband, Robert, and two sons at their Center Conway home, where she stays active by gardening, hiking, skiing, and reading. For Angela, the combination of working at an accounting firm with such a strong commitment to quality while living in a beautiful, small mountain town is the ultimate professional/personal life balance.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • New Hampshire
    • Virginia

MEMBERSHIPS

  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPA)
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • Spirit of NH Volunteer Service Award from Volunteer NH (2016)
  • ACTS – Assistance Canine Training Services
    • Treasurer
  • White Mountain Community Health Center
    • Treasurer
  • Robert Frost Public Charter School
    • Former Founding Trustee, Board Chair, Treasurer

EDUCATION

  • Case Western Reserve University, cum laude
    • Bachelor of Science: Accounting (1992)

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Angela M. Zakon

Manager

Jonathan Cohen-Gorczyca

Position: Manager
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: Dover

Jonathan brings more than a decade of public accounting experience to his role as Manager at LMR. Before joining the firm, he spent 13 years with a regional accounting and tax firm, advising small to mid-sized closely-held businesses and building a strong foundation in tax planning, compliance, and practical business guidance.

His approach is grounded in clarity. Complex financial situations don’t intimidate Jonathan — they motivate him. He enjoys helping clients and colleagues understand complicated financial concepts in a way that actually makes sense. Clean books, thoughtful planning, and forward-looking advice are where he does his best work. At LMR, he values the firm’s flexibility, strong technology platform, and right-sized structure, which allow him to deliver high-level work while maintaining balance and responsiveness for clients.

Jonathan earned his undergraduate degree in Political Science from Saint Michael’s College before completing his master’s in accounting at Western New England University. He is a Massachusetts CPA and a member of the AICPA, MSCPA, and NECPA. He also passed all four sections of the CPA exam on his first try, a detail he won’t brag about — but we will.

Raised in South Hadley, Massachusetts and now a Greenfield resident, Jonathan stays active in his local community through his involvement with the Friends of the Greenfield Public Library and the Trustees of the Greenfield Public Library.

Outside of work, peers are often surprised to learn he’s more introverted than he appears. He recharges with puzzles, golf, video games, and a steady rotation of horror and sci-fi films and series.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • Massachusetts

MEMBERSHIPS

  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPA)
  • Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants (MassCPA)
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • Friends of the Greenfield Public Library
    • Board of Directors
  • Trustees of the Greenfield Public Library
    • Chair

EDUCATION

  • Saint Michael’s College
    • Bachelor of Arts: Political Science (2009)
  • Western New England University
    • Master of Accounting (2013)

Jonathan brings more than a decade of public accounting experience...

Jonathan Cohen-Gorczyca

Manager

Christine Chrysafidis

Position: Manager
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: Dover

Christine first started at Leone, McDonnel & Roberts as an intern in the summer 2017. Her talent and work ethic impressed us so much we offered her a job before she left to complete her senior year of college. She graduated in 2018 from the University of New Hampshire with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Accounting, and promptly joined our team full time as an Accountant.

During her time with the firm, Christine has focused primarily on audit and tax services, but has also contributed to our review and compilation capabilities. She loves spending her time helping clients and developing strong professional partnerships. She also enjoys continually gaining industry knowledge and accounting expertise—and it shows! In 2020, Christine earned her certified public accountant designation and in July 2026, she was promoted to Manager. Christine assists with the firm’s hiring and recruitment initiatives as well as the LMR mentor program.

Outside of the office, Christine enjoys going to the beach, boating and spending time with her family.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • New Hampshire
  • 2025 New Hampshire Society of Public Accountants Marlene Gazda Hamel Dedicated Employee Award
  • 2026 Forbes’ Best-In-State CPA

MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPA)
    • Young Professionals Committee
  • My Breast Cancer Support
    • Board of Directors, Treasurer
    • Finance Committee

EDUCATION

  • University of New Hampshire
    • Bachelor of Science: Business Administration – Accounting (2018)

Christine first started at Leone, McDonnel & Roberts as an...

Christine Chrysafidis

Manager

Lynn E. Kasch

Position: Supervisor
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: North Conway

Lynn has been with Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Professional Association since 2002. In her 20+ years with the firm, Lynn has served in a multitude of capacities, proving that when it comes to accounting proficiencies, there’s truly nothing she can’t (and more importantly, nothing she won’t) do to support her growing portfolio of clients.

In her current role as Supervisor in our Wolfeboro, NH branch, Lynn’s area of expertise includes single audit, trusts, and estate. Lynn loves doing taxes (yes, really) and working with intricate number detail throughout the preparation and filing process. Her enthusiasm for her work shows; Lynn’s clients value her experience and insight, knowing their tax responsibilities are in capable, competent hands.

A Toledo, Ohio native, Lynn pursued an advanced accounting certificate in Accounting Coursework from Northeastern University after earning her MBA from the University of Detroit. Prior to joining Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Lynn sharpened her accounting skills at a tax practice in Revere, MA as well as a CPA firm in Lowell, MA. As a seasoned team veteran, Lynn partners with Leone, McDonnell & Roberts clients running businesses in a diverse range of verticals including Community Action Partnership, a local nonprofit organization that provides services, assistance, and care to residents in need.

Accounting isn’t Lynn’s only passion. She’s a self-proclaimed “gardening fanatic” who spends her free time outside honing her green thumb. She’s also an avid animal advocate who has volunteered countless hours at cat rescues. Lynn’s professional affiliation with Community Action has also inspired her personal life; she’s currently forming her own nonprofit cat rescue organization to give back to her surrounding community.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • New Hampshire
  • Enrolled Agent (IRS)
  • AICPA Advanced Single Audit

MEMBERSHIPS

  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPA)
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • Another Chance Animal Rescue
    • Treasurer
  • Ralphie’s Retreat
    • President
  • Those Cat Rescue People

EDUCATION

  • University of Detroit
    • Master of Business Administration
  • Northeastern University
    • Advanced Accounting Certificate

Laura joined Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Professional Association in 2016...

Lynn E. Kasch

Supervisor

Katie Bell

Position: Supervisor
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: North Conway

Katie arrived at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts after graduating summa cum laude from UNH with a B.S. in Business Administration with an option in Accounting 2012 and an M.S. in Accounting in 2013. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPA).

Katie focuses her expertise primarily on audit and attestation engagements for closely-held businesses and not-for-profit organizations, including single audits. She also performs tax preparation services for closely-held businesses and not-for-profit organizations. In her role as Supervisor, Katie gets to work and problem solve with various audit teams, as well as build strong client partnerships. Her talent for mastering constantly-evolving standards and excitement for learning new things have made her an invaluable asset to the Leone, McDonnell & Roberts team.

An Exeter, NH native, Katie moved to Dover after college, where she currently resides. Outside the office, when the weather is nice, you can find her out on the Dover Community Trail. She is also an avid hockey fan and enjoys baking. Katie loves foreign languages and has studied five languages besides English, earning a Spanish minor in college.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • New Hampshire

MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPA)

EDUCATION

  • University of New Hampshire, summa cum laude
    • Bachelor of Science: Business Administration (2012)
    • Master of Science: Accounting (2013)

Katie arrived at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts after graduating summa...

Katie Bell

Supervisor

Abby Lamothe

Position: Supervisor
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: Dover

A licensed New Hampshire CPA, Abby Lamothe joined Leone, McDonnell & Roberts in 2018. She first started with the firm as an intern in the summer of 2014, while she was completing her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from the University of New Hampshire. Abby is a Supervisor in our Dover office.

Abby received her Master of Science in Accounting in 2015 and entered the workforce, gaining significant professional auditing experience as a healthcare and nonprofit auditor traveling throughout the northeast. And now—she’s back with us, where she not only gets to use her auditing skills on an almost daily basis, but she also spends her time helping new staff, organizing and planning jobs, and working directly with some of our many nonprofit organizations. In Abby’s own words, she comes to work every day excited to “help individuals and organizations navigate their financial data with confidence.”

Abby is a member of both the New Hampshire Society of Certified Public Accountants and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. She enjoys getting involved in the local community serving on the Board of Directors for the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce, as the Treasurer for Seacoast Eat Local and volunteering at the Pope Memorial Humane Society. She is also the founder of Seacoast Sweet Stitches, a group for fiber enthusiasts that focuses on knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, and more.

Abby also enjoys exercising and getting outside whenever possible and has been known to combine two of her passions by knitting while running 5Ks!

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • New Hampshire
  • QuickBooks Online Certified ProAdvisor (Level 1)
  • The Daughters of the American Revolution – Margery Sullivan Chapter 2024 Excellence in Community Service Award
  • The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International – Paul Harris Fellowship (2026)

MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPA)
  • Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce
    • Treasurer
    • Board of Directors
  • Seacoast Eat Local
    • Treasurer
    • Board of Directors
  • Pope Memorial Humane Society

EDUCATION

  • University of New Hampshire
    • Bachelor of Science: Business Administration – Accounting (2014)
    • Master of Science: Accounting (2015)

Abby Lamothe

A licensed New Hampshire CPA, Abby Lamothe joined Leone, McDonnell...

Abby Lamothe

Supervisor

Kimberly Thistlewood

Position: Supervisor
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: North Conway

Kimberly Thistlewood brings a wealth of accounting expertise to her role as Supervisor at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts. Based in the North Conway office, Kimberly combines technical expertise with a client-centered approach to deliver exceptional service.

A Summa Cum Laude graduate of Merrimack College, Kimberly earned both her bachelor’s in business administration: accounting and her master’s in accounting. After graduating, Kimberly spent four years at The MFA Companies in the audit department, followed by four years at Planet Fitness World Headquarters. During her time at Planet Fitness, she advanced through various accounting roles, ultimately serving as an Accounting Supervisor.

At LMR, Kimberly uses her expertise as a CPA in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts to ensure that numbers not only make sense but tell a story. Her favorite part of the accounting field? The satisfaction of making everything balance—it’s like solving a puzzle every day.”

Originally from Haverhill, MA, Kimberly now calls Center Conway home, where she lives with her husband, Tyler, and their two dogs, Echo and Cali. Outside of work, she loves staying active by hiking, skiing, and paddleboarding in the beautiful New Hampshire outdoors. Her happy place is Aruba, and she has experiencing the magic of the Northern Lights in Iceland at the top of her bucket list.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • New Hampshire
    • Massachusetts

MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPAs)
  • Pope Memorial Library
    • Board of Directors

EDUCATION

  • Merrimack College, summa cum laude
    • Bachelor of Science: Business Administration – Accounting (2015)
    • Master of Science: Accounting (2016)

Kimberly Thistlewood brings a wealth of accounting expertise to her...

Kimberly Thistlewood

Supervisor

Molly Burns

Position: Supervisor
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: Dover

Molly, a Supervisor at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, first joined the firm as an intern in 2017. She likes to joke that we’ve been “stuck” with her ever since – but we know better. We consider ourselves lucky that she came on board full-time in 2019.

Molly earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from the University of New Hampshire, where she also completed her Master of Science in Accounting. As a Certified Public Accountant based in our Dover office, she specializes in nonprofit, HUD, and affordable housing audits, along with tax preparation work. She approaches accounting like a puzzle – and she’s exceptional at putting the pieces together for our clients.

Outside the office, Molly enjoys spending time outdoors with her horses, traveling, and discovering charming coffee shops throughout the Seacoast and beyond.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • New Hampshire

MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPAs)
    • Young Professionals Committee
  • Kreiva Academy Public Charter School
    • Treasurer

EDUCATION

  • University of New Hampshire
    • Bachelor of Science: Business Administration – Accounting (2018)
    • Master of Science: Accounting (2019)

Molly, a Supervisor at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, first joined...

Molly Burns

Supervisor

Daniel Krivitsky

Position: Supervisor
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: Wolfeboro

Daniel works at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts as a Supervisor. A University of New Hampshire graduate, Dan earned his degree in Business Administration with concentrations in Accounting and Finance. He also holds a minor in Forensic Accounting. Dan passed the rigorous CPA exam in 2022 and is a Certified Public Accountant.

Before joining the Leone, McDonnell & Roberts team full-time in 2020, Daniel gained valuable experience as a tax intern and a medical underwriting intern. His work consists of nonprofit audits, compilations and reviews as well as individual and business tax returns. No matter what he’s spending his time on in the office, he’s doing it with a focus on service excellence and client satisfaction. Daniel continuously strives to learn new things about the accounting field or find new ways to improve current practices and standards.

When not helping clients, Daniel spends his free time outdoors. A lifelong New Hampshire resident, Daniel loves spending time with friends and family on Lake Winnipesaukee. He also enjoys giving back to the community, participating in Alzheimer’s Association walks and local events whenever possible.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • New Hampshire

MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPAs)

EDUCATION

  • University of New Hampshire
    • Bachelor of Science: Business Administration – Accounting/Finance (2020)
    • Minor: Forensic Accounting

Daniel works at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts as a Supervisor....

Daniel Krivitsky

Supervisor
Megan McDonald

Megan McDonald

Position: Supervisor
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: North Conway

Megan is a Supervisor at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, based in our North Conway office. As a child, she dreamed of becoming a veterinarian – until she realized it involved more than cuddling cats and dogs! Thankfully, Plan B turned out to be a perfect fit: a career in accounting and business.

Megan earned both her Associate of Science in Accounting and Bachelor of Science in Business from Husson University, graduating summa cum laude. She went on to complete her MBA at Husson in 2019 and became a Certified Public Accountant in 2022 after successfully passing the rigorous CPA exam.

Before joining Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Megan spent over four years at at a bookkeeping firm, where she worked as a bookkeeper and tax preparer. Today, she supports a diverse range of clients with tax, audit, review, and compilation services. She enjoys the variety in her work and is passionate about helping people navigate their financial situations with confidence and clarity.

Megan is a member of the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB), a Certified Bookkeeper, and QuickBooks Online Certified. She also gives back to her community by serving on the Scholarship Selection Committee for the Kennett High School Alumni Association and as a Board Member for the North Conway Cemetery Association.

Outside of work, Megan enjoys life in the Mount Washington Valley with her husband, Ryan, and their two dogs and two cats.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • New Hampshire
  • Certified Bookkeeper (CB)
  • Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor
    • online

MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPAs)
    • Young Professionals Committee
  • American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB)
  • Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce
    • Board of Directors
  • North Conway Cemetery Association
    • Board of Directors Member
  • Kennett Alumni Association
    • Treasurer
    • Scholarship Selection Committee 

EDUCATION

  • Husson University, summa cum laude
    • Associate of Science: Accounting (2015)
    • Bachelor of Science: Business Administration (2015)
    • Master of Business Administration (2019)

Megan McDonald

Megan is a Supervisor at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, based...

Megan McDonald

Supervisor
Kandie Bonica

Kandie Bonica

Position: Supervisor
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: Dover

Kandie Bonica joined Leone, McDonnell & Roberts in 2023 after a successful 22-year career with a Texas-based CPA firm. Today, she serves as a Supervisor, helping individuals and businesses navigate their tax and accounting needs with confidence.

Born in Keene, New Hampshire, Kandie is the spouse of a retired military servicemember and spent many years moving with her family, living in eight cities and 11 different homes before ultimately settling in Durham, New Hampshire. Those experiences fostered a lifelong sense of adventure, and traveling the world remains at the top of her bucket list.

Kandie earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. While her personal life included many moves, her professional career reflects remarkable consistency and dedication. Prior to joining LMR, she spent more than two decades at a Texas-based CPA firm, where she specialized in tax preparation, bookkeeping, and financial statement preparation.

As a Supervisor at LMR, Kandie primarily focuses on tax services for individuals and businesses. She enjoys helping clients navigate complex tax matters and achieve their financial goals. Her extensive experience, commitment to client service, and collaborative approach make her a valuable resource for both clients and colleagues.

Outside of work, Kandie enjoys spending time near the water with her husband, Mark, and their three daughters. Whether exploring new destinations or enjoying New Hampshire’s coastline, she embraces every opportunity for adventure and family time.

DESIGNATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • Texas

MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPAs)

EDUCATION

  • University of Massachusetts at Amherst
    • Bachelor of Business Administration (1992)
Kandie Bonica

Kandie Bonica joined Leone, McDonnell & Roberts in 2023 after...

Kandie Bonica

Supervisor

Samantha Henrichon

Position: Supervisor
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: Dover

Samantha Henrichon is an LMR Supervisor who has built her career on a steady foundation of hard work and a deep commitment to her clients.

She earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Southern New Hampshire University, graduating in 2018 and making the President’s List every year she attended.

Before joining the firm, Samantha spent nine years in the accounting industry, working her way up from intern to full-time auditor. Today, her expertise spans audit, nonprofit work, reviews, compilations, and 990s. She’s also a member of the New England Society of CPAs and serves as Treasurer for the NH Book and Literary Festival. What keeps Samantha energized about her work is the relationships she builds. She genuinely loves getting to know her clients and being a consistent resource for them.

Outside the office, you’ll find her deep in a historical fiction novel. As a kid, she dreamed of becoming a book editor, which in some ways is not so different from accounting — both are about understanding the full picture.

MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPAs)

EDUCATION

  • Southern New Hampshire University, President’s List
    • Bachelor of Science: Accounting (2017)
    • Master of Science: Accounting (2018)

Samantha Henrichon is an LMR Supervisor who has built her...

Samantha Henrichon

Supervisor

Ryan Crowley

Position: Senior
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: Dover

Ryan Crowley serves as a Senior Accountant at Leone, McDonnell and Roberts, bringing a distinctive blend of experience and expertise to the firm.

Originally from Peabody, MA, Ryan currently lives in Londonderry, NH. Ryan earned his degree in Accounting and Business from Saint Anselm College in 2020. During his time at school, Ryan landed internships with four different firms and organizations. His persistence as an undergrad paid off — he got his first job in the accounting world right after graduation.

In his role as Senior Accountant at LMR, Ryan specializes in tax returns for both individuals and businesses. He enjoys handling the intricate financial workings of his clients, providing valuable insights, and putting the finishing touches on their year-end financials.

When he’s not navigating spreadsheets, Ryan spends his summers and falls working at Mack’s Apples, a local farm stand in Londonderry, NH, where he serves ice cream. He also spends his time away from the office around Lake Winnipesaukee, and has put traveling to new states and countries at the very top of his bucket list

MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPAs)

EDUCATION

  • Saint Anselm College
    • Bachelor of Arts: Business Accounting (2020)

Ryan Crowley serves as a Senior Accountant at Leone, McDonnell...

Ryan Crowley

Senior

Sydney Carlisle

Position: Senior
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Professional Staff
Location: North Conway

Sydney Carlisle joined the Leone, McDonnell & Roberts team in 2021, and is a Senior Accountant working out of the North Conway, New Hampshire office. A 2021 honors and magna cum laude graduate of the University of New Hampshire, Sydney received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with options in Accounting & Entrepreneurship. During her sophomore year at UNH, she participated in the IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, helping file tax returns for low-income individuals.

Before starting at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Sydney worked as an administrative intern at William & Henry Wide Plank Floors. In January 2021, she joined Leone, McDonnell & Roberts for busy season, helping with individual tax returns. Starting full-time in July 2021, Sydney continues to learn and grow, working on audits and tax preparation and extensions.

Sydney’s favorite thing about accounting is the dynamic environment that promotes continuous learning. She also loves working with clients on various engagements and collaborating with other team members at the firm. In addition to helping out with client needs, she still finds the time to study for the rigorous CPA exam which is her next professional goal.

Sydney resides in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. When not at work, she can often be found at the beach in Truro, MA or skiing, walking and hiking throughout New England. She also enjoys spending time with friends, family, and loved ones.

MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • New England Society of Certified Public Accountants (NECPAs)
    • Young Professionals Committee

EDUCATION

  • University of New Hampshire, magna cum laude
    • Bachelor of Science: Business Administration – Accounting, Entrepreneurship (2021)

Sydney Carlisle joined the Leone, McDonnell & Roberts team in...

Sydney Carlisle

Senior

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