Lohman Company, PLLC, a premier accounting and business advisory firm, announced the retirement of its founder and president, Jay Lohman, after more than two decades of service. Lohman’s retirement aligns with the company’s 25th anniversary milestone.
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Lohman has always had a natural aptitude for math and numbers. When he was 19 years old, the president of a large manufacturing company took the time to mentor him and opened the door to the CPA profession. Lohman brought more than 30 years of accounting expertise to the firm when he founded Lohman Company in 2000.
As president, he set the foundation for the firm’s future success as a member of the Executive Partner Group and the Senior Management Group. Under his leadership, Lohman Company has been recognized by The Phoenix Business Journal as one of the Top 25 CPA firms every year since 2003.
“Our firm is a testament to the dedicated people who have built it, and upon reflecting on my retirement, I’m reminded of the company’s humble beginnings and the milestones we’ve shared along the way,” said Jay Lohman, founder and former president of Lohman Company. “I’ve been truly blessed to have grown Lohman from a small firm into one of the top 25 CPA firms alongside my exceptional team during my tenure.”
Lohman also received the Centers of Influence Award from AZ Business Magazine in 2008, an award dedicated to accountants, bankers and lawyers who positively impact, guide and provide consultation to Arizona businesses. Dedicated to the mentorship of CPA professionals and the development of other Arizona businesses, he generously shared his extensive industry knowledge by serving as a mentor to many including significant involvement with numerous business organizations and associations.
“It is with immense pride and admiration that we celebrate Jay’s retirement,” said Kyle Kennedy, Phoenix President and Arizona Banking Director of Bell Bank. “I have known Jay since 1991, when he was with McGladrey, and I was a junior banker at Valley National Bank. I’ve known Jay to be more than just a skilled accountant – he’s a consultative and out-of-the box thinker, bringing unmatched knowledge and value to many mutual clients. With a reputation built on respect and a great nitty-gritty approach, Jay has proven to be a true asset in every sense. And through it all, he’s made the journey fun! I cannot tell you how much I have learned from Jay over the years, and the industry will not be the same without him. Here’s to a remarkable career, the legacy you have left behind, and to an even brighter future ahead! Thank you, Jay.”
Lohman was integral in building the company’s culture, represented by the core founding principles of Relationships, Integrity, Service and Expertise (R.I.S.E.). In an industry that is historically “transactional,” he set Lohman Company apart with the R.I.S.E. pillars as its compass, growing the company one relationship at a time. The company’s mission and unwavering commitment to building relationships with honesty, integrity and respect have ensured that every one of its clients feels valued.
This November, the firm will honor Jay Lohman’s retirement and the 25th anniversary of the Lohman Company with a celebration reflecting on past achievements and looking forward to future successes.
