New Partner Named at Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, PA

We are pleased to announce the continued growth of our firm with the promotion of Peter Ventura to Partner.

A graduate of the University of New Hampshire, Peter has been with Leone, McDonnell & Roberts since 2003. As Partner, he is recognized within the firm as an expert with regard to employee benefit plan audits, and is responsible for multiple pension, 401(k) and 403(b) plan audits as well. Peter works with tax clients of various sizes and is responsible for audits for many of the firm’s manufacturing clients.

Peter has a strong background in and knowledge of several different industries. Specifically, he has extensive experience with the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) and has spent more than a decade working with clients in manufacturing and not-for-profit sectors.

In addition to maintaining his focus on the success of both the firm and its clients, Peter extends his commitment and knowledge to local college students. Peter assists with the firm’s recruitment efforts and speaks periodically to students at the University of New Hampshire about the accounting profession.

Originally from Plaistow, New Hampshire, Peter experienced life in other parts of the country, spending four years in Georgia and three years in Michigan. He then moved back to his home state, settling in Durham with his wife, Lori, and their two children. Peter is actively involved in our community currently serving on the James W. Foley Legacy Foundation. He is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and New Hampshire Society of Certified Public Accountants (NHSCPA). Outside of the office, Peter is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys participating in a variety of sports.

“Peter is a tremendous asset to our clients.” said Evan Stowell, Managing Partner of Leone, McDonnell & Roberts. “In addition to his solid background and experience, Pete is friendly, charismatic and outgoing, qualities that lend themselves well to building and maintaining relationships with clients and colleagues. His drive and initiative have been instrumental to moving the firm forward. We are pleased to call him our Partner.”