Melissa Fraser, CPA Chief Operating Officer Melissa joined Strothman & Company in August, 2006. As Chief Operating Officer, she facilitates carrying out the firm's strategic plan through management of Finance, Business Development, Internal Technology, Administration and Human Resources. In addition to the operational management of the firm, Melissa provides financial personnel recruiting services and strategic planning facilitation services for our clients. Her 20 years of professional experience began in the Assurance group of Coopers & Lybrand, Chicago, Illinois. Melissa's diverse background includes financial and operational management in the software, entertainment, non-profit, broadcasting, distribution and education industries. Additional experience includes turn-around consulting, business plan development, raising of capital, outsourced CFO services, and financial and accounting consulting for small to medium sized businesses. Melissa is an entrepreneur with ownership experience in the restaurant/entertainment industry. She is from Floyds Knobs, Indiana, and is an IU, Bloomington Graduate. Melissa and her husband, Jim, reside in Fern Creek. She and Jim spend their free time traveling, fishing, watching Jet football games, and enjoying their family of four children. Designations - Certified Public Accountant - Kentucky Memberships - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants - Kentucky Society of Certified Public Accountants Education - B.S. in Accounting - Indiana University, 1987