Leading advisory, tax and assurance firm Baker Tilly announces the promotion of Fred Massanova to chief growth officer. In this role, Massanova will lead the firm’s growth strategy, focusing on driving organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.

With nearly 20 years of leadership experience at Baker Tilly, Massanova previously served as the managing principal for Pennsylvania and later took on responsibilities for the Eastern U.S. region. He is known for his collaborative, results-driven approach and his ability to inspire teams to excel at every level in achieving Baker Tilly’s goals.

"At Baker Tilly, growth is about realizing potential," said Massanova. "I am dedicated to empowering our teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients, driving growth and value as we continue to strengthen our market presence."

As chief growth officer, Massanova will oversee growth initiatives across multiple fronts, including expanding service lines, penetrating industry-specific markets and developing new products and solutions. Leveraging increased access to capital and new markets through its investment partners, the firm is primed for accelerated growth. Massanova’s energetic leadership will be key in navigating this journey, ensuring alignment across the firm as it pursues strategic mergers, acquisitions and market expansion.

“Fred’s commitment to client success and innovation makes him the ideal leader to drive our firm forward,” said Jeff Ferro, CEO of Baker Tilly. “His vision and ability to inspire our teams will ensure we continue to provide exceptional value and service to our clients.”

Massanova will continue as managing principal of the Eastern U.S., as he transitions fully into his new role.

About Baker Tilly (bakertilly.com)

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

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