As Managing Director of Project Management & Ajera Consulting, Val brings over 25 years of accounting, consulting, and business management experience in the industry. With specialized expertise in project management, Val works collaboratively with firms to apply best practices, maximize workflow processes and utilize enhanced reporting for increased efficiency and profitability.
Serving for several years as the Controller and Managing Vice President of an MPE engineering firm, Val possesses valuable “in the field” knowledge of the business nuances of a professional services firm. An accomplished speaker, she is a frequent presenter at national industry conferences.
Education
- BSA degree in Accounting from the University of Phoenix
Professional Highlights
- Certified Ajera Professional, Deltek University
What Motivates Val
The synergy created by marrying best practices, efficiencies with tools, and working within the creative culture each client brings to the equation.
Phil leads the Stambaugh Ness TechSolutions team, providing technology consulting and implementation to over 800 clients, including the architecture, engineering, manufacturing, governmental, and healthcare industries. Working closely with clients, Phil develops innovative solutions to contribute to the company’s growth and profitability.
Always thinking strategically, Phil frequently performs client technology process assessments to fully understand their current needs and where they want to be in the future.
Phil manages and deploys technology initiatives for clients via ERP, EDI, and CRM, as well as developing and managing all aspects of their technological infrastructure, technology inventory, and staff. His years of experience also include performing IT security audits, intrusion/penetration testing, and long-term strategic planning.
Education
- The Pennsylvania State University
- YTI Career Institute
Ask Phil About
The time gasoline was the drink of choice.
Kristi Weierbach, Ph.D., SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Kristi focuses her extensive expertise on helping clients design a workforce that is not only prepared for the future, but one that leverages disruption to thrive and succeed. Weaving together a unique blend of anticipatory tools and insights with practical solutions, Kristi provides clients with an organizational architecture that empowers them for the NextGen.
Applying deep workforce knowledge, Kristi helps companies overcome challenges by providing strategic direction, implementing and improving policies and procedures, and skillfully turning human capital management into a competitive advantage.
Kristi is an active blogger and frequent presenter on workforce related topics.
Education
- Ph.D. in Organizational Management with a specialization in HR from Capella University
- MBA in Business from Capital College, The Pennsylvania State University
- BS degree in Accounting from Capital College, The Pennsylvania State University
Professional & Community Highlights
- Senior Professional in Human Resources, HR Certification Institute
- SHRM Senior Certified Professional, Society for Human Resource Management
- Fundamental Payroll Certified, American Payroll Association
Ask Kristi About
The time her palms were scanned at the airport.
Jen leads clients through the complex world of federal, state and international taxation of corporations, partnerships and individuals. Additionally, she provides tax research, consultation, and compliance in the areas of accounting methods, international tax, multi-state taxation, tax credits, depreciation, entity selection and structure, and overall strategic tax planning and advisory services. In short, she knows a thing or two about taxes.
A tax specialist with a thing for history and the Civil War, Jennifer brings a unique perspective to her clients and with 25+ years of experience, she has seen just about every tax scenario. Her deep working knowledge of taxation has contributed to the success and profitability of clients in a diverse range of industries.
Education
- MBA with a concentration in Accounting from The University of Pittsburgh
- BS degree in Health Policy and Administration from The Pennsylvania State University
Professional & Community Highlights
- Leadership York, Graduate, and former Treasurer
- Presenter for World Trade Center, Central PA
- Presenter for MANTEC
- Women & Minority Business Owners Have Many Resources, Published by Central Penn Business Journal
Jennifer Recommends This Advice
Life is Short – so buy the shoes, drink the wine and eat the dessert.