Lexy Kessler

Lexy Kessler

Partner, Government Contracting Services Group

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Vice Chairman of AICPA, Mid-Atlantic Managing Partner, Aprio

  • Education

    • University of Maryland

      1981 - 1985
      Bachelor of Science Accounting
  • Experience

    • Aronson LLC

      Jun 1985 - Dec 2022
      Partner, Government Contracting Services Group

      Effective January 1st, 2023, Aronson merged with Aprio, a nationally recognized Top 100 business advisory and CPA firm headquartered in Atlanta. This strategic combination expands the national footprint and industry reach of the growing firm..Aronson LLC provides a comprehensive platform of assurance, tax, and consulting solutions to today’s most active industry sectors and successful individuals. For more than 50 years, we have purposefully expanded our service offerings and deepened our industry specialties to better serve the needs of our clients, people, and community. From startup to exit, we help our clients maximize opportunity, minimize risk, and unlock their full potential.I connect clients with the solutions, resources and contacts that they need to succeed in an ever-changing government landscape, including: • Comprehensive accounting and financial strategies• Industry-specific tax planning• Innovative business consulting solutionsAdditionally, helping drive Aronson's overall strategic direction and growth objectives and proudly serving as the first female Chairman of the Board for Aronson in 2018. Show less

    • Aprio

      Jan 2023 - now
      Mid-Atlantic Regional Leader | Advising business leaders and changemakers in the Mid-Atlantic region

      I bring over 35 years of tax, assurance and consulting experience to my role as Mid-Atlantic Regional Leader at Aprio, helping business leaders and changemakers in the region adapt to market forces, strengthen their teams, and grow their unique businesses.I am an inclusive thought leader, advocate for the firm of the future, and a champion for innovation in the industry. If you are an entrepreneur looking to take your business to the next phase of growth, especially in the Mid-Atlantic area, I’d love to connect! Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • AICPA & CPA Practice Advisor’s Most Powerful Women in Accounting Award Recipient

      AICPA
      Jan 2020
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  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Lexy Kessler
      2024 Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting Accounting Today Dec 2024 Recognizing thought leaders, change-makers, regulators and other leaders who are shaping the profession, and the issues that they face as they chart the future of accounting.
    • Awarded to Lexy Kessler
      Most Powerful Women in Accounting 2021-2024 AIPCA & CPA Advisor Jun 2024 Being a driving force for innovation and excellence. Demonstrably contributing to the success of their own organization and the accounting profession as a whole. Providing guidance and leadership to contribute to the growth the profession. Effectively represent the accounting profession through civic and community outreach.
    • Awarded to Lexy Kessler
      America’s Top 200 CPA’s 2024 and 2025 Forbes Apr 2024 This inaugural list recognizes the CPAs with the most impressive track records in their specialties, those who have broken barriers to emerge as leaders in their fields, who have contributed to advancing the CPA profession, and who have given back to society.
    • Awarded to Lexy Kessler
      Women Who Mean Business 2023 Washington Business Journal Oct 2023 Recognizing leaders in their respective fields who have made meaningful contributions to the Washington-area community through their professional and philanthropic work.
    • Awarded to Lexy Kessler
      Maryland's Top 100 Women and Circle of Excellence The Daily Record May 2023 Recognizing women leaders for their professional achievement, community service and commitment to mentoring.
    • Awarded to Lexy Kessler
      Maryland's Top 100 Women The Daily Record Apr 2020 Recognizing women leaders for their professional achievement, community service and commitment to mentoring.
    • Awarded to Lexy Kessler
      Maryland's Top 100 Women The Daily Record Jun 2018 Recognizing women leaders for their professional achievement, community service and commitment to mentoring.
    • Awarded to Lexy Kessler
      2014 Women to Watch - Experienced Leader Award Maryland Association of Cerified Public Accountants Sep 2014
    • Awarded to Lexy Kessler
      2013 Chairmans Award Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Jun 2013