Frazier & Deeter, LLC

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Frazier & Deeter Announce Addition of Director of Human Resources

Local CPA Firm Continues to Grow with New Staff

Frazier & Deeter Participates in Hands on Atlanta Day

Frazier & Deeter Staff Receives CPA Designation

Frazier & Deeter Partner Selected for GSCPA Committee

Frazier & Deeter Staff Receive CPA Designation

Frazier & Deeter Announce Staff Promotions

Thomas M. Weissinger, CPA Earns Certified Fraud Examiner Designation

Ernst & Young Partner Joins Frazier & Deeter

Andrew Burnett Named as Newest Partner at Frazier & Deeter

Frazier & Deeter Announce Addition of Director of Human Resources
Atlanta (November 18, 2003)- Frazier & Deeter is pleased to announce the addition of Cori Kozarich as Director of Human Resources. In her role as DHR, Kozarich will be responsible for managing professional and campus recruiting, performance reviews and compensation benefits, including healthcare packages. She also will work with the firm to develop a formalized internal training and development program.

With a staff of 70, Frazier & Deeter is the second largest independent firm in the state of Georgia . The addition of Kozarich was a strategic move to strengthen the firm's plan for growth over the next few years. Prior to joining the firm, Kozarich worked as Human Resources Manager with a large local CPA firm.

For the past 22 years, Frazier & Deeter has watched over the financial future of companies and high net worth individuals. The firm provides tax, accounting, assurance and advisory services to a wide spectrum of industries. Some of which include: real estate, manufacturing, technology, creative professional services, distribution, construction and personal financial planning.

Frazier & Deeter, is one of Atlanta 's leading local certified public accounting and advisory firms. The firm provides tax, accounting, assurance and advisory services to companies and high-net worth individuals. Industry areas of expertise include real estate, manufacturing, technology, professional services, distribution, construction and personal financial planning.

Local CPA Firm Continues to Grow with New Staff
Atlanta, (October 14, 2003)- Frazier & Deeter, LLC, an Atlanta-based certified public accounting and advisory firm is pleased to announce the addition of William J. Marsh, CPA, Amanda Harrell, Ashley B. Sheber, Ricardo Zertuche, Todd LaTourette, and Alice Lassiter-Thorn, as staff accountants, and Tracy Davis, as an accounting assistant.

William J. Marsh, CPA, contributes over 6 years of public accounting experience to the growth of the assurance practice of Frazier & Deeter. His primary areas of focus are chemical, manufacturing, and interior design. Marsh received his B.B.A. from the University of Kentucky , and his MBA from the University of Montana , and is a member of Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants.

Amanda Harrell graduated from the University of Georgia with a B.B.A. in Accounting and a Masters of Accountancy. Harrell joined Frazier & Deeter after a 2002 internship and is preparing tax returns for our individual and corporate clients. In addition, she works with our assurance practice on audits, compilations and reviews.

Ashley B. Sheber joined Frazier & Deeter in 2003 as a staff accountant specializing in tax. Her primary responsibilities include tax research and planning assistance for high net-worth individuals and privately-held companies. Sheber also prepares corporate, partnership and individual income tax returns, as well as projection compilation. She received both her B.S. in Family and Consumer Services, and her Masters of Taxation from the University of Georgia . She is a member of the Tau Alpha Chi National Tax Association.

Ricardo Zertuche specializes in the assurance for privately-held companies. He has experience performing technical research and assisting with review and audit engagements. He is also responsible for drafting financial statements and internal controls testing. Zertuche's main industries of focus are construction, real estate, manufacturing and distribution. He received his B.A. in Accounting from the University of Georgia .

Todd LaTourette graduated from the University of Arkansas with a BS in Accounting, and received his Masters of Business Administration from Mercer University . LaTourette, previously worked as an accounting assistant with Frazier & Deeter and is responsible for preparing tax returns for our individual and corporate clients. In addition, he works with our assurance practice on audits, project compilations and reviews.

Tracy Davis recently joined Frazier & Deeter as an accounting assistant. She is currently pursuing her B.S. in Accounting from Georgia State University and is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate payment of vendor invoices, expense reports and other cash disbursements as well as the monthly close out process.

Frazier & Deeter Particpates in Hands on Atlanta Day
Atlanta, (October 6, 2003)- Atlanta based CPA firm, Frazier & Deeter, is doing what it takes to make a difference in the metro community through the coordinated efforts of its volunteer society, Project Impact. On Saturday, October 4th, the Project Impact Team participated in Hands on Atlanta Day by working at The Big Tree Forest Preserve in Sandy Springs . There the volunteers helped to refurbish a nature trail used by all park patrons.

Hands on Atlanta Day is one of the nation's largest day of organized volunteerism. Over 16,000 people assembled to meet critical needs at schools, parks, senior homes, and low income neighborhoods in the metro community. Over 1/2 of the Frazier & Deeter staff participate in community service during the course of the year.

Frazier & Deeter Staff Receives CPA Designation
Atlanta (June 1 , 2003) � Frazier & Deeter is pleased to announce that Lisa Crockett has received her Certified Public Accounting (CPA) designation from the Georgia State Division of Professional Licensing Services. Georgia requires that all applicants graduate with a four-year degree with 30 hours in upper level accounting, pass all four written parts of the Certified Public Accounting exam, and demonstrate two years of experience in public accounting.

Crockett, tax senior, holds a Masters of Taxation from Georgia State University . She is a member of the Georgia Society of CPAs and the American Institute of CPAs. She helps our corporate and individual clients with tax planning and preparation. She lives in Smyrna , Cobb County .

Since 1981, Frazier & Deeter has watched over the financial future of its clients by providing sound tax, assurance, accounting and advisory services.

Frazier & Deeter Partner Selected for GSCPA Committee
Atlanta (May 8, 2003) � Partner of Frazier & Deeter, LLC, Chris Etheridge, CPA, has been selected to serve as co-chair for the Georgia Society of CPA's Peer Review Committee. In his role with the Peer Review Executive Committee he will be responsible for establishing and administering the peer review program in accordance with AICPA and GSCPA standards. Other objectives of the committee are to achieve the educational objectives of the peer review program through implementation of relevant policies and procedures, as well as to provide oversight and guidance of the peer review committee and the peer review administrator.

The committee's mission is to approve all system, engagement, and report reviews. Prescribe actions designed to improve the reviewed firms' quality control policies and procedures and/or financial reporting practices. Monitor prescribed actions to determine compliance by the firm. The Georgia Society of CPAs provides training for committee members in the spring of each year.

�This is an honor for Frazier & Deeter, as well as for Chris Etheridge,� said David Deeter, managing partner of the firm. �In this position he will be better prepared to help firms maintain the standards of trust and quality that are expected in the accounting industry.�

Frazier & Deeter is one of Atlanta 's leading local certified public accounting and advisory firms. For the past 21 years, the firm has provided tax, accounting, assurance and advisory services to privately-held companies and high-net worth individuals. Industry areas of expertise include real estate, manufacturing, technology, creative professional services, distribution, construction and personal financial planning.

Frazier & Deeter Staff Receive CPA Designation
Atlanta (April 2, 2003) � Frazier & Deeter is pleased to announce that Monique Quindsland and Meredith King-Oakley have received their Certified Public Accounting (CPA) designation from the Georgia State Division of Professional Licensing Services. Georgia requires that all applicants graduate with a four-year degree with 30 hours in upper level accounting, pass all four written parts of the Certified Public Accounting exam, and demonstrate two years of experience in public accounting.

Monique Quindsland, an audit senior, is responsible for assisting with the preparation of financial statements and focusing on the compliance issues facing our clients. Her depth of expertise includes the audit of employee benefits plans for clients with defined contribution and benefit plans. She also performs assurance work with clients in the area of real estate, financial services, technology and manufacturing. She lives in Decatur .

Meredith King-Oakley, a senior accountant with the firm, is responsible for handling tax preparation and compliance work, as well as compilations, reviews and financial statements. Her industry expertise is concentrated in the areas of high net-worth individuals, professional service, manufacturing and technology companies. She lives with her husband in Dunwoody.

Frazier & Deeter Announce Staff Promotions
(Atlanta , March 3, 2003) � Frazier & Deeter, LLC, Atlanta's second largest independent Certified Public Accounting and Advisory firm, announce the promotions of Barbara Borczak to Manager, and Meredith Oakley and Lisa Crockett to Senior.

Thomas M. Weissinger, CPA Earns Certified Fraud Examiner Designation
(Atlanta , March 3, 2003) � Frazier & Deeter, LLC is pleased to announce that the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners has awarded Thomas M. Weissinger the designation of "Certified Fraud Examiner" (CFE). The Association's Board of regents awards this designation only to select professionals who meet a stringent set of criteria, including strict character, experience, and education requirements. Mr. Weissinger has successfully met these criteria and now joins the ranks of over 27,000 business and government professionals who have also earned the CFE certification.

With this designation, he has the responsibility of resolving a wide range of allegations of fraud and white collar crime. As Audit Senior at the Firm, he will apply the specialized techniques necessary to detect, investigate and deter fraud upon the request of firm clients.

Ernst & Young Partner Joins Frazier & Deeter
(Atlanta - January 16, 2003) Frazier & Deeter, LLC has named Kenneth A. Smith, CPA as partner in the firm. This pivotal transition has broadened the relationship between the Atlanta offices of Frazier & Deeter and Ernst & Young.

While at E&Y, Smith acted as a liaison between Frazier & Deeter and Ernst & Young. His motivation to join the firm was based on the reputation Frazier & Deeter has in the marketplace and the strategic relationship it has with Ernst & Young.

Frazier & Deeter formed a strategic alliance with Ernst & Young in 2002. The formalization of this relationship strengthens the benefits Frazier & Deeter offers its clients. This relationship provides the firm with the opportunity to improve its local market positioning through the use of a portfolio of certain tax, audit and corporate finance, as well as other selected tools, services, content and knowledge of E&Y.

Smith believes that he can, ��now bring more value to the marketplace by combining the strengths of Frazier & Deeter with the specialized products and services of Ernst & Young.�

Managing Partner, David Deeter said, �We are pleased to have Ken Smith come aboard. His outstanding reputation and expertise will afford Frazier & Deeter the opportunity to expand its practice area and client base.�

Smith, former partner in the Atlanta and Columbus offices of Ernst & Young, brings over 17 years accounting industry experience to the firm. He specializes in working with entrepreneurial, multi-state and multi-national companies, in the manufacturing, distribution, high tech and communications industries. His more recent experience includes federal tax matters concerning subchapter C corporations, mergers & acquisitions, federal accounting methods, R&D tax credits, state and local tax issues, including sales and use tax, state tax incentives and international tax matters. Smith has also worked with high net worth individuals, estate and gift tax matters and partnerships.

Smith holds a Master in Tax Accounting from the University of Georgia . He is also a member of the AICPA and the Georgia Society of CPA's.

Andrew Burnett Named as Newest Partner at Frazier & Deeter
(Atlanta - January 3, 2003) Frazier & Deeter, LLC is pleased to announce the newest partner of the firm, Andrew C. Burnett, JD, CPA. This marks a milestone in the career of Burnett, who has played a key role in the development of the firm's Individual Practice Group.

Managing Partner, David Deeter said, �Andy Burnett has demonstrated superior technical rigor, dedication, and professionalism that have contributed to his naming as partner. He offers a diverse range of skills that are an invaluable resource to the firm.�

Burnett has over 10 years experience in consulting individuals and businesses on tax and financial matters. He joined the firm in 1998 after working for Price Waterhouse in the Atlanta office. His main areas of focus are estate & gift tax planning, income tax planning and preparation, merger & acquisition services, structural planning and charitable planning. In addition, he recently received his Juris Doctor degree with honors from the Georgia State University College of Law.

He is a member of the AICPA and the State Bar of Georgia. He resides in Cobb County with his wife and two daughters.