Currently serving as a Senior Director at RSM US LLP since 2014, he excels at mentoring and leading his team with a focus on impeccable client service and pursuing new business opportunities.
LAKE FOREST, IL, August 27, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Edward J. Fellin, CPA, has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Fellin, a certified public accountant, has dedicated over four decades to the field of accountancy and established a distinct reputation as an expert in family office and trust and estate services. Currently serving as a Senior Director at RSM US LLP since 2014, he excels at mentoring and leading his team with a focus on impeccable client service and pursuing new business opportunities. Mr. Fellin's accomplishments at RSM included his exceptional management of a three-billion-dollar family relationship, which he capably transitioned from Credit Suisse.
Prior to accepting his current leadership position, Mr. Fellin thrived as the Vice President and Head of Tax Practice at Credit Suisse from 2005 to 2014. During this period, he successfully managed client relationships and honed his expertise in the ultra-high net worth space. Before joining Credit Suisse, Mr. Fellin prospered as a tax manager at Deloitte, where he developed a broad skill set in tax compliance and advisory services.
Mr. Fellin's career includes a notable tenure with Northern Trust, a position that further defined his presence in the financial industry. Concurrently, he shared his knowledge as an adjunct instructor at both Columbia College Chicago for twelve years and DePaul University, teaching accounting and tax courses. Mr. Fellin's commitment to education is further exemplified by the 2015 establishment of the Edward J. Fellin CPA Endowed Scholarship at DePaul University, which supports student-athletes who plan to degree in accountancy.
In addition to his professional achievements, Mr. Fellin is an active member of several industry-related organizations. He is affiliated with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Illinois CPA Society. His involvement with DePaul University includes serving as past president of Ledger & Quill from 2007 to 2009 and holding lifetime associate status with the organization. Mr. Fellin is also a resident member with Owl Status at the University Club of Chicago.
Exceptional academic credentials have contributed to Mr. Fellin's career advancement. He earned a Bachelor of Science in accountancy from DePaul University in 1980. As the first member of his family to pursue higher education, he self-funded his college education, and this type of focus and determination has been a driving force behind all of Mr. Fellin's professional achievements.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Mr. Fellin has made significant contributions to CIVIC and educational organizations. He has served on the athletic advisory board at DePaul University and was a former executive board member of the Kellstadt Graduate School of Business and College of Commerce. Mr. Fellin's contributions have been recognized with several accolades, including benefactor recognition from DePaul University in 2018, and he humbly accepted the Father John T. Richardson Award in 2016.
Mr. Fellin remains steadfast in his dedication to facilitating the success of his associates. Notably, he has effectively furthered the promotion of several individuals, underscoring the significance he places on their professional growth and development. Looking toward the future, Mr. Fellin plans to continue fostering the growth of those around him while maintaining his commitment to excellence in the field of accountancy and building a legacy marked by both professional achievements and meaningful contributions to education and community development.
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