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The following was submitted by the Massachusetts Society of CPAs:
The Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants (MassCPAs) recently announced Katie Soule, CPA, CFP, CIMA, CPWA, was elected to serve a third year on its 2025-2026 fiscal year, which began May 1.
Soule, a Winchester resident, is vice president and wealth management advisor at Merrill Lynch. With her extensive experience in both accounting and finance, she is uniquely positioned to serve as a trusted advisor, skillfully navigating the complexities of her clients’ financial lives.
Merrill Lynch is one of the largest wealth management businesses in the world with financial advisors that combine knowledge and experience with a deep understanding of helping their clients pursue the lives they want.
MassCPAs Board of Directors is a group of 19 elected members that sets policies, manages programs and oversees activities that benefit the 11,500-member organization and accounting profession in Massachusetts.
“MassCPAs Board of Directors are an exceptional and diverse group of forward-thinking leaders," said Zach Donah, CAE, president and CEO of MassCPAs. “Their fresh ideas and strategic insight will help shape our initiatives and foster innovation across the accounting profession in Massachusetts. I am confident that Katie’s involvement will be instrumental in driving long-term growth and value for our members and the industry.”
Soule is a seasoned expert in crafting personalized financial plans, adeptly managing investments and strategically minimizing taxes to safeguard and enhance her clients’ wealth. She brings invaluable insights into pivotal financial decision-making moments. Her deep understanding enables her to deftly navigate through tax law changes and evolving personal and family dynamics, ensuring her clients' financial stability and growth.
With a collaborative approach at the core of her practice, Soule works closely with her clients’ accountants, attorneys and other advisors to tailor strategies that precisely align with their unique personal, philanthropic and tax planning objectives.
Beyond professional excellence, Soule is deeply committed to the well-being of her clients, valuing her role in improving their quality of life through the dedicated efforts of her team. Her exceptional achievements have garnered her widespread recognition, including the 2020 Experienced Leader award from MassCPAs' Woman to Watch program and her team’s distinction as one of the best in the state for Wealth Management by Forbes in 2024.
The Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants, Inc. is the state’s professional association of certified public accountants, representing over 11,500 members in public accounting practice, industry and business, government and education.
The Society works to develop and maintain high professional standards and offers a wide array of legislative, technical and referral services to its members.
