Leadership transition announced at Belfint, Lyons & Shuman
Certified public accounting and consulting firm Belfint, Lyons & Shuman, P.A. (BLS) announced that after 21 years as managing director, Barry A. Crozier, will transition leadership of the firm to Michael T. French.
French will become managing director of BLS on January 1. Ninety-two-year-old BLS has offices in Delaware and Pennsylvania.
Crozier will continue to service clients as a director/shareholder at BLS while assisting and advising French over the next two years.
During that time, Crozier will also play a key role in business development opportunities for the firm.
“I am just as proud to be a part of BLS today as I was 36 years ago when I joined the firm as a manager,” stated Crozier. “Leadership transition and succession planning is simply smart business for any organization, and we are not an exception to that rule. I am honored to be a part of this planned and methodical leadership change in our firm. Throughout my years as the managing director, Michael has been an integral part of our success, and I am excited for him to be assuming this well-earned role.”
French states, “I am privileged to have been elected by my fellow shareholders as the next managing director of BLS and know that I have an amazing legacy to uphold. The BLS team is embracing this change, and along with our new ideas, we will never lose sight of our founding commitment of building strong, mutually beneficial relationships with our clients, business associates and the community. I am very lucky to have Barry by my side during the next few years as my mentor, peer and friend.”
French’s career in public accounting began in 1980 when he joined BLS as an intern while attending the University of Delaware. He quickly rose to a leadership position and was named director in 1994.
French’s primary focus is assisting small businesses, individuals and families with the appropriate planning and tax structures needed to help manage their various business, real estate and investment interests. Specializing in family groups, he works closely with all generations to help minimize taxes, accumulate and preserve family wealth and further grow their related businesses.
Tatoian named Dover Speedway President
Dover International Speedway announced the promotion of Michael Tatoian to the post of president, effective. Jan. 2. as the company sees a new revenue stream from music festivals.
Tatoian retains his position of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of parent company Dover Motorsports, Inc. He will continue to report to Denis McGlynn, CEO of Dover Motorsports, Inc.
“Mike joined us eight years ago and immediately immersed himself into the operations and culture of our team while earning the respect of both his co-workers and those outside the company as well,” said McGlynn.“Mike is a valuable and popular contributor to our efforts here and Dover International Speedway will benefit from his leadership for many years to come.”
Tatoian has worked to bring additional events to the Dover International Speedway schedule, including the popular Firefly Music Festival and the new Big Barrel Country Music Festival. Held on the Speedway’s property since 2012, Firefly Music Festival is a four day event attracting 80,000 fans a day.
Big Barrel Country Music Festival, announced this week will bring some of the biggest names in country music to The Woodlands at Dover International Speedway for the three day event, June 26-28, 2015.
The track continues to hold two NASCAR weekends a year, but has seen declining attendance for many years for reasons ranging from the effects of the economy on the fan base and less interest in the sport.
Tatoian has more than 25 years of experience in professional sports ownership, management and operations. Prior to joining Dover Motorsports, Inc., Tatoian served as CEO and Managing Partner of Victory Sports Group, LLC. In his role there, he oversaw the development and management of professional sports organizations, including minor league baseball, minor league hockey and arena football.
Tatoian also previously served as Chief Operating Officer of United Sports Ventures, Inc., an umbrella sports company that owned and operated eight minor league teams.
Tatoian is a graduate of the University of Northern Iowa, with a degree in Public Relations and Marketing. He and his wife Tammy live in Middletown, Del.
PBF management changes
PBF Energy Inc. and PBF Logistics LP announced management changes to take effect in January 2015 to address the previously announced retirement of President, Michael Gayda, PBF is based in Parsippany, NJ. Its flagship refinery is in Delaware City.
Matthew Lucey, currently Executive Vice President, will become President of PBF Energy. Lucey has been with PBF Energy since its formation in 2008. He served as Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer from April 2010 to April 2014, and most recently as Executive Vice President. “We have very strong management teams at PBF Energy and PBF Logistics and this reallocation of resources strengthens the focus of each entity on maximizing and growing the value of their respective businesses.”
Todd O’Malley, currently PBF Energy’s Chief Commercial Officer, will serve as President of PBF Logistics’ general partner. Mr. O’Malley joined PBF Energy in 2010 as Director, Clean Products, in 2013 he became Vice President, Products and in April 2014 was named Chief Commercial Officer. Thomas O’Connor and Paul Davis will become PBF Energy’s Co-heads of Commerce.
Thomas D. O’Malley, Executive Chairman of PBF Energy and Chairman of PBF Logistics, said, “We have very strong management teams at PBF Energy and PBF Logistics and this reallocation of resources strengthens the focus of each entity on maximizing and growing the value of their respective businesses.”
Meyeroff joins Morris James
Morris James LLP announced that Joshua H. Meyeroff has joined the firm’s Wilmington office as an associate in the Professional Liability Litigation group. His practice will focus on the defense of medical malpractice claims.
Meyeroff is an experienced litigator, having been involved in all stages of litigation including discovery, trial and appeals. He is a member of the Delaware State Bar Association and the Richard S. Rodney Inn of Court.
Meyeroff graduated from Widener University School of Law in 2007 and received his B.A. in Business Administration from Franklin and Marshall College in 2004.
He served as the Wolcott Fellow for the Myron T. Steele of the Supreme Court of Delaware.
Pearce joins Reger Rizzo
Reger Rizzo & Darnall LLP announced that Robert K. Pearce has joined the firm. Pearce will be located in the Firm’s Wilmington office and will join members of RRD’s Litigation Group.
Pearce has been an attorney for 40 years. Prior to joining Reger Rizzo & Darnall Pearce was a partner in the law firm of Ferry, Joseph & Pearce P.A. Additionally, he served as an assistant public defender from 1976-1977 and was a member of the Supreme Court Discovery Abuse Committee in 1982.
Pearce is an active member of the Delaware State Bar Association and the Delaware Trial Lawyers Association, and has been honored by his inclusion in the AM Best’s Directory of Recommended Insurance Professionals. He is a 1974 graduate of Villanova University School of Law and a 1971 graduate of the University of Delaware and is admitted to practice in Delaware, the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware, the U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court.
Vitale joins Berkshire
Gail Renulfi, manager of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors Hockessin Pike-Creek Home Marketing Center, welcomed Gina Marie Corridori Vitale as a Sales Associate.
Vitale has more than 30 years of experience in sales, finance, customer service and property management.
Winstead named public safety chief
Timothy E. Winstead has been appointed to the position of director of public safety at Delaware Technical Community College.
In this role, Winstead will provide Collegewide leadership and oversight of the Public Safety Department at all campus locations.
Most recently Winstead served as gaming inspection manager at the Delaware State Lottery and Sussex County regional director for U.S. Senator Thomas Carper Winstead retired from the Delaware State Police with the rank of captain after 27 years of service during which he held several leadership positions including troop commander, director of public information and director of human resources. In these roles he was responsible for the combined management and operational leadership of 120 personnel.
Winstead served as the Delaware State Police director of planning and research and was responsible for research, statistical data analysis and grant writing.
He also served as director of community services.
Mulrooney named digital supervisor
ab+c Creative Intelligence has hired Erin Mulrooney as digital media supervisor. Mulrooney will concentrate primarily on leading the digital media team, crafting paid media programs, and researching the newest paid media opportunities across search, display, video and social media.
She will deliver campaign results by leveraging a combination of media performance, analytics and SEO. She has extensive experience building brand awareness.
Along with a Google AdWords certification, Mulrooney has more than a decade of digital media experience, planning campaigns in the health, beauty, ecommerce and education industries.
Previously, she was the associate director of digital marketing at Temple University. She attended SUNY Albany and holds a BA in political science. and history as well as an MA in women’s studies.
