Lucas VanDeWoestyne Named Partner at Apex CPAs & Consultants
ST. CHARLES, Ill. (PRWEB) November 14, 2017 -- Lucas VanDeWoestyne, director and chief operating officer of Apex CPAs & Consultants, has been named a partner in the firm. Launched in 1998, Apex is one of the largest accounting, advisory and tax services firms headquartered in the Tri-Cities located in Chicago’s western suburbs.
As an owner, VanDeWoestyne will build upon Apex’s successes in helping other businesses with their financial blueprints. “This is the first time in our 20-year history that we’ve brought in a partner. Lucas has exemplified the leadership skills and business acumen required to serve our clients, grow our culture, and be an owner in the company,” said James Chakires, Apex president and CEO.
VanDeWoestyne attributes his work as director and COO as keys to taking on added responsibility. “Those roles made me more confident about my decision-making and were stepping stones to becoming a partner,” he said. “A couple of years ago, Jim said: ‘Think and act like you are a partner’ and I’ve challenged myself to do that. I look forward to the full experience of being a business owner.”
As a partner, VanDeWoestyne will continue to build on the strong relationships with existing clients and assist Apex business development efforts. “It’s fulfilling to sit next to clients and explain how we can solve their pain points and help them grow their businesses,” he said.
VanDeWoestyne is a Certified Public Accountant and has held positions of controller and manager of assurance services prior to joining Apex more than six years ago. He specializes in audits, reviews and compilations; as well as a multitude of other services including monthly and quarterly accounting, budgeting and forecasting.
A resident of Elgin, VanDeWoestyne enjoys spending his free time with his family and friends, modifying and racing cars, and listening to a wide variety of music. He earned his Bachelor of Business in Accountancy in 2000 from Western Illinois University in Macomb.
About Apex
Apex CPAs & Consultants, Inc., is an innovative accounting, advisory and tax services firm focused on the overall well-being of growth-minded organizations. A member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Illinois CPA Society, Apex undergoes a voluntary peer review every three years and has received the highest rating issued under the program since the firm’s inception in 1998.
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