Brown Plus Elevates Team Members with Recent Promotions Effective July 2026
On July 21, 2026, Brown Plus, one of the leading accounting and advisory firms in the United States, enthusiastically announced a series of team member promotions that will take effect on July 1, 2026. This move signifies the firm's commitment to recognizing talent and fostering career growth within its ranks.
Starting with the promotions, Angela M. Ducker, CPA, CGMA, has been elevated to the position of Tax Senior Manager. With an incredible 35 years of experience under her belt, Angela has dedicated her career to providing tax services for both for-profit organizations and high-net-worth individuals. She is a proud alumna of Stockton University, where she obtained her Bachelor of Science degree. Angela operates out of the Brown Plus office located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Following Angela's promotion, Taylor Guarente, CPA, will take on the role of Audit Manager. Taylor brings over three years of invaluable experience in public accounting, specializing in statutory and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) audits specifically for insurance companies. A graduate of Loyola University in Baltimore, Maryland, she holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting and is based in the Camp Hill, Pennsylvania office.
Jacob Andrews, another talented CPA, has been promoted to Tax Supervisor. He has amassed four years of experience in providing tax services to his clients, having graduated from Shippensburg University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. Jacob is also based in the Lancaster office.
Aspen Longhurst, CPA, MAcc, who also earned the title of Tax Supervisor, has over three years of experience supporting clients with tax services and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Southern Utah University. Aspen works out of the Camp Hill office.
Eric Zimmerman, CPA, MBA, has joined the ranks of Tax Supervisors with more than three years of experience in delivering tax services. Eric earned both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Shippensburg University and operates out of Lancaster.
In the realm of outsourced accounting, Jessica Elder, CB, has moved up to the position of Outsourced Accounting Senior Associate. With four years of experience, Jessica is a Certified Bookkeeper (CB) through the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB) and works from the Hanover office.
Angelina Paton has been promoted to Tax Senior Associate after gaining over a year of experience in public accounting. She completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting at Messiah University and is stationed in the Camp Hill office.
Additionally, Ariel Rosario has made strides by securing a promotion to Audit Senior Associate after just one year in public accounting, having earned his degree in Accounting from Penn State Berks and works in the Camp Hill office.
This series of promotions highlights Brown Plus's ongoing commitment to recognizing hard work and dedication within its team. The firm has not only established itself as a leading accounting and advisory service provider but has also received numerous accolades, including being ranked as the 202nd largest accounting firm in the United States.
Since its founding in 1990, Brown Plus has built a reputation for excellence in its field, providing high-quality audit, tax, and advisory services to clients nationwide. Moreover, the firm was named a Top Regional Firm in the Mid-Atlantic in 2026 and recognized as one of the best workplaces in different categories, reflecting its dedication to employee satisfaction and engagement.
As Brown Plus continues to expand and enhance its services, the firm eagerly anticipates the contributions these newly promoted team members will bring in the coming years. To learn more about Brown Plus and its services, please visit their website at www.brownplus.com.