FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

RBT CPAs LLP takes great pleasure in announcing that Carolyn Bell, CPA, of Arlington, New York, has been admitted to the firm as a partner.

Carolyn graduated from Mount Saint Mary College in 2011, joining RBT’s Client Advisory team in the Newburgh office in 2013 after initially working as an administrative assistant for the firm. Since joining RBT, Carolyn has obtained her CPA and transitioned to the Poughkeepsie office. Carolyn serves as a board member for the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce and a committee member for the Women’s Leadership Alliance.

Carolyn was born and raised in New Windsor, New York, moving to Arlington in 2020. On becoming partner, she says “Being a trusted advisor to my clients is one of the most rewarding aspects of my career. I truly value each and every one of my client relationships. With our experience, knowledge and incredibly talented team, I look forward to RBT’s continued growth and success.”

Managing Partner, Michael Turturro adds, “We’re thrilled to welcome Carolyn to our partner group. Carolyn is an example of dedication to professional growth as well as commitment to clients. We look forward to seeing her thrive as a partner at RBT.”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

RBT CPAs LLP takes great pleasure in announcing that Nicole Gilmartin, CPA, of Wappingers Falls, New York, has been admitted to the firm as a partner.

Nicole graduated from SUNY New Paltz in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Nicole began at RBT as an intern, joining the Client Advisory team after graduation. Since joining RBT, Nicole has obtained her CPA and earned an MBA in Public Accountancy from SUNY New Paltz.

Nicole is passionate about engaging with her local community. She serves on a number of local committees including The Chamber Foundation Professional Development Programming Committee, the Hudson Valley Young Professionals Professional Development and Education Committee, the New York State Society of CPA’s Next Gen Committee, and the Angels of Light Angels of Rock Event Committee. She has also been a mentor for the Leadership Dutchess program ever since graduating from the program in 2020.

Nicole’s passion for community service started seven years ago when she first became involved with United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region. Nicole has volunteered with United Way since that time, serving as the Employee Campaign Manager for the workplace campaign at RBT CPAs, a member of the Emerging Leaders Committee, and a member of the Women United Planning Committee.

Nicole is a lifelong resident of Dutchess County, New York. On her new role as partner, she says “I am excited to become a partner at RBT, where the values of high-quality service, strong relationships, and a deep commitment to the community align with my own. I look forward to growing alongside my team and clients and building lasting relationships.”

Managing Partner, Michael Turturro adds, “Nicole is a very welcome addition to our partner group. Nicole has been an integral member of our Client Advisory team, bringing with her a commitment to quality service and a passion for supporting the local community. We congratulate her on her new role as partner at RBT and look forward to all the amazing work she will do.”

RBT CPAs, LLP has offices located at 11 Racquet Road, Newburgh, NY; 2678 South Road Suite 101, Poughkeepsie, NY; 51 Sullivan Street PO Box 209, Wurtsboro, NY; 590 Madison Avenue 21st Floor, New York, NY; Lake Katrine 2215 Route 9W, Lake Katrine, NY; and Hudson 4071 Route 9, Hudson, NY. We provide accounting, auditing, tax, and business consulting services to clients in the greater Hudson Valley, as well as in other areas of New York State, Connecticut, and New Jersey.