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 Navigator of the Profession – Rick DiBartolomeo, CPA
Q. What made you decide to go into the accounting profession? I’m not going to say I was good at math! I originally went to college thinking that I wanted to be an attorney, but I did really well at my beginning accounting courses and that piqued my interest in the profession. Q. What makes your job great? No two days are alike. Whether it be working with clients, developing business, working with young professionals, working in the community or recruiting, there is always something new. Q. What are your major professional accomplishments? Passing the CPA exam was a major accomplishment, as well as being promoted to partner at Deloitte. I’m also proud of winning the Public Service Award from MACPA, as well the Distinguished Alumni Award from Walsh College. Winning the DAC election was huge for me, both personally and professionally. I’m proud to serve this group, and look forward to keeping it as one of the finest clubs in the country and a gem of Detroit. Q. How do you think other CPAs can make a difference in their communities? People in the community gravitate toward the CPA because of the knowledge base, diversity of knowledge and experiences that they have. My son is studying accounting in college right now, and I always tell him that accounting is the foundation of business. We’re living in pretty tough times, people are looking for financial and businesses expertise and CPAs can really make a difference in these organizations. Q. What advice do you have for other CPAs, and for future practitioners? Have balance in your life. To the students, have a sense of humor. Be diligent, continue to uphold our values and do your work with a high sense of integrity. To other CPAs, get involved. We’re all busy, but we can really add a lot to the equation. Q. What is your biggest pet peeve? I hate when people are late for meetings. I start meetings promptly and end meetings promptly. Q. What are your hobbies? I love to travel. My wife and I were in the Czech Republic in the fall, and we’re taking the kids to Hawaii over Easter. We do a lot of traveling as a family, and are exposing the kids to lots of places. Q. Any guilty pleasures? If there is an unopened bag of Better Made chips in our pantry, they will remain there, untouched. But as soon as that bag gets opened, I’m like a tornado! Top
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