Douglas Phillips of WeiserMazars LLP praised Cheryl Goldenberg's knowledge of the CPA marketplace and firms, describing her as an invaluable resource in developing strategic growth through mergers and acquisitions. Lou Biscotti noted Cheryl's tenacity, pleasantness, and ability to address all concerns in orchestrating the merger of Biscotti Toback with WeiserMazars. Multiple managing partners commented on Cheryl's extensive network of contacts within the CPA community, work ethic, and skill in identifying suitable merger opportunities.

1. Goldenberg Consulting Group, Inc.
MERGER & ACQUISITION CONSULTING SERVING THE CPA COMMUNITY EXCLUSIVELY
STRATEGIC TALENT ACQUISITION
Douglas A. Phillips, Managing Partner WeiserMazars
LLP:
“Cheryl Goldenberg has rapidly become a key player in our external growth strategy. Her
knowledge of our marketplace, the firms and their people, make her an invaluable resource. The
combination of her passion for doing the right thing and her relentless pursuit of the right
combination, make her an ideal partner in this era of amalgamation in our profession.”
Lou Biscotti, (former Managing Partner of Biscotti
Toback & Co. LLP), Partner/National Director of Food & Beverage, WeiserMazars LLP
NOTE: CGC orchestrated merger of Biscotti Toback with WeiserMazars
“Cheryl’s combination of tenacity, pleasantness and positive attitude makes her truly
unique. She cares about her clients on both sides of a transaction and takes the time to get to
know everyone’s concerns and issues. She has a high level of activity, is very knowledgeable of
the CPA marketplace and has developed many contacts. I would recommend her highly to
anyone contemplating a transaction in the public accounting arena.”
Joel Cooperman, Managing Partner Citrin Cooperman & Company LLP:
“I enjoy working with Cheryl Goldenberg as she is very wired into the CPA firm community and
she has the unique ability to quickly get to the heart of the issues. She is very results oriented and
works extremely hard for her clients

2. Louis Grassi, Managing Partner Grassi & Co CPAs
PC:
“I have known and worked with Cheryl Goldenberg for many years. I consider her both a friend
and a valuable resource to our Firm. She is totally tuned into the CPA community, and
consequently knows which firms belong together. She just doesn’t send out flyers, she directs
each candidate to a few firms where they will fit. She possesses a unique ability to get to the
heart of the deal issues and once identified, brings about an equitable resolution in a timely and
effective manner.”
Ira Rubenstein, Managing Principal of the New York
Region of MBAF-ERE CPAS LLC:
“Cheryl Goldenberg has personal relationships with most of the N.Y. Metro Area Managing
Partners and has the ability to get everyone to the discussion table. We have developed a very
close working relationship and she has been able to introduce opportunities that make sense
because of her knowledge of our corporate culture, attention to every aspect and her constant
follow up. As a result of Cheryl’s persistence, we have been able to substantially grow our firm
through Mergers & Acquisitions.”
Robert J. Ciaruffoli, CEO Baker Tilly VK LLP:
“Cheryl Goldenberg works tirelessly on behalf of her clients to find the right fit. She works with
a sense of urgency and is not afraid to tell you when something doesn’t make sense. Cheryl will
not waste your time with every deal that crosses her desk, but rather presents only those deals
that meet your criteria. We consider Cheryl a valued part of our team.”
Michael Ferber, Managing Partner Wagner Ferber
Fine & Ackerman PLLC:
“Cheryl is a tireless worker who does all she can for her clients. She has a tremendous ability in
putting firms together and focuses on finding the right fit. For BOTH sides of every transaction
she is engaged on. It is our pleasure to work with her!”