Berdon Names Clifford Forrester Chief Information Officer - Launches Berdon Technology Services and Digital Asset Advisory Practice

NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Accounting, tax, and advisory firm Berdon LLP has named Clifford Forrester as its Chief Information Officer. Leveraging 20 years of experience in the professional services industry, both as an operational leader and strategist, Clifford is skilled at transforming IT into a business-oriented function that addresses the strategic needs of the organization and its clients. Previously, he was the head of information technology for a global law firm and the global IT and security manager for an AmLaw 100 firm. The addition of Berdon's new CIO is coupled with the Firm's formal launch of its Technology Advisory Services Practice—officially named Berdon Technology Services—as well as its Digital Asset Advisory Practice.

"These key investments are the direct reflection of our commitment to offer more innovative and efficient solutions to our current and future clients in a context of unprecedented technological advancements that continue to change the face of business in all industries. We are very pleased to have someone of Clifford's caliber join Berdon, on this exciting journey," says Managing Partner Mark Bosswick, CPA, J.D., LL.M.

Forrester has demonstrated success in initiating and directing companywide projects crafted to add business value. He earned a Bachelor of Science in eBusiness from the University of Phoenix and a Bachelor of Information Technology from City University of New York – Herbert H. Lehman College and holds the Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM) designation. He is also currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration, in Finance and Financial Management Services, from Marist College, School of Management.

Berdon Technology Services ("BTS") advises businesses on a variety of IT-related matters, including cybersecurity custom programming, mobile application development, infrastructure buildouts, and more. In addition, BTS also offers a host of IT support services, such as outsourced CTO and/or CIO, help desk services, disaster recovery, and cloud computing, among other areas. The Team works closely with Berdon clients to develop a long-term relationship and ensure that their unique needs as well as any areas that may require modifications or upgrades are addressed.

"As a business leader, I know first-hand how critical it is for organizations to have a solid and secure IT foundation," says Bosswick. "BTS nicely complements our current array of client service offerings and further enhances our ability to help businesses achieve their strategic objectives."

Berdon's Digital Asset Advisory Practice, which is led by Evan Fox, J.D., LL.M. and focuses on providing tax and consulting services in the still evolving cryptocurrency/digital asset space, helps Berdon clients navigate through the complex and often unsettled tax, accounting and technical aspects of digital assets. In an industry as fast-paced as cryptocurrency, Berdon's digital asset specialists ensure compliance as well as develop and deliver sector-specific guidance focused on achieving the strategic objectives of Berdon's investor, trader and broker-dealer clients.

"In today's evolving technology landscape, it is essential for all businesses and their executives to be focusing on and investing in the latest trends and innovations affecting how they and their clients do business," says Chief Operating Officer Rebecca Goodman-Stephens. "The addition of these new service lines allows us to grow with the continuously evolving needs of our clients by helping them plan for future changes and achieve their short and long-term objectives."

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