Celebrating 60
For six decades, Kaufman Rossin’s employees and partners have treasured the joy of our people-first culture.
60 years ago, two friends took a big step.
When Jim Kaufman and Jay Rossin started their CPA firm in 1962, they created a place where they wanted to go to work every day. They built a firm where they found joy working with respected colleagues and serving valued clients. “Joy at work” is one of our key values, and it’s grown to define our firm’s award-winning culture. It’s why more than 600 employees choose to be here—and stay here – and why our clients get the finest service in the business.
“Whether we’re helping a retiree plan for a secure future or advising a healthcare practice on an acquisition, joy is at the heart of everything we do.”
Blain Heckaman, CEO
60 years of Joy: Founding the Firm
Jay H. Rossin and James R. Kaufman, founders of Kaufman Rossin
I said “Let’s go into business,” and Jay, a bit more deliberate in his actions than I, said “let me think about it.” But still he agreed, and we took the first steps toward building a place where we could make a living and enjoy coming to work.
There was no way we could have anticipated the great journey we were beginning.
Jay H. Rossin and James R. Kaufman
60 years of doing business in South Florida
CEO Blain L. Heckaman reflects on the evolution of the firm and the local community
Our community has endured hurricanes and riots; it has thrived through boom and bust. Our firm has grown and diversified along with the community, as we’ve expanded our family with talented employees from all backgrounds.
A journey to market leadership
Risk advisory services practice grew to serve clients across the U.S. and beyond
Ivan Garces, Chief Risk Officer & Risk Advisory Services Practice Leader, shares how we took a new consulting service and expanded it into one of the most innovative lines in the firm.
When the phone rings, we answer the call.
Family Office Services responds to clients’ challenges with custom solutions
Our Joy at Work culture translates into our commitment to client relationships and service. That Joy has helped us create very special professional and personal lives. Family Office Services Principal Todd Kesterson shares how that’s absolutely true for our FOS group, which is probably the most diverse group in the firm.
You say: “Can you jump?” We say: “With joy!”
New client needs created opportunities to grow alternative investment services
Financial Services Principal Keith S. Sharkey shares how the commitment to client service led us down exciting new paths, from the formation of Kaufman Rossin Fund Services to the expansion of our overseas operations with new offices in India.
NextGen leaders: This is how we do it
Principals Kara Sharp and Adam Rabinowitz assume leadership of the firm’s forensic, advisory and valuation practice
Principal Michael P. Elkin shares his joy in developing the next generation of leaders for the firm’s forensic, advisory and valuation practice, while doubling down on litigation cases and supporting the continued expansion of the department.
Mentorship, relationships, and joy for our clients
Business Consulting Services team goes beyond traditional consulting to deliver results
Principal James Wolcott shares how the team builds lasting relationships with clients who trust us, deal after deal. From corporate finance and strategy services to digital transformation, the team continues to provide true business value and one-of-a-kind level of service.
60th Anniversary Parties
Kaufman Rossin celebrated its 60th anniversary at our Miami, Fort Lauderdale & Boca Raton offices with clients and community partners.
