Our Team, Our Story
BPW has been an established leader in accounting & ERP software solutions since the late 1980s. Our journey in the credit union industry began in the early 2000s through a partnership with a leading software publisher, aimed at enriching their credit union clientele with sophisticated accounting solutions. This collaboration led to hundreds of successful implementations, underscoring our commitment to excellence and adaptability in financial management technologies.
In our continuous pursuit of innovation, we have expanded our offerings to include Acumatica Cloud ERP, a future-ready, cloud-based ERP solution designed to meet the evolving needs of our clients.
Our team is comprised of CPAs, Acumatica Certified Specialists, Certified Microsoft Professionals, and experienced MBAs, dedicated to upholding the highest standards of service and expertise in every implementation.
ROSS APPENZELLER, MBA
BUSINESS SOLUTIONS SENIOR MANAGER
ROSS APPENZELLER, MBA
SENIOR MANAGER
Ross Appenzeller, MBA
Specialties:
- Microsoft Dynamics GP
- Credit Union Industry
- Technical Consulting
Ross Appenzeller joined Bartlett, Pringle & Wolf, LLP in 2003. He is a senior manager for the firm’s consulting team and a Certified Professional on the Microsoft Business Solutions product line. His heightened technical skills and extensive knowledge of the Microsoft software platform are an invaluable resource to clients.
He is involved in the implementation and support of Microsoft Dynamics GP, the leading accounting ERP solution for mid-sized businesses. Ross works closely with a variety of businesses and has developed an expertise in providing core financial solutions to the Credit Union industry.
Ross graduated from Youngstown State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and received his Master in Business Administration from American Intercontinental University.
Ross currently lives in Goodyear, Arizona with his family. He is very interested in the stock market and enjoys studying trends in stocks, bonds and foreign security markets. In his free time, he also enjoys reading books and watching movies.
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Email:ross@bpw.com
Phone:805-963-7811
MIKE WEAVER, CPA
BUSINESS SOLUTIONS SENIOR MANAGER
MIKE WEAVER, CPA
SENIOR MANAGER
Michael C. Weaver, CPA
Specialties:
- Microsoft Dynamics GP and CRM
- Business Solutions for Financial Institutions
- Management/Business Process Consulting
Michael Weaver joined Bartlett, Pringle & Wolf, LLP in 2000. Michael is a senior manager in the firm’s consulting practice and primarily focuses on ERP and CRM solutions. In this role, he has been involved in the marketing, selling, implementing and supporting of a variety of Microsoft business solutions offered by BPW.
Michael is a CPA and a Microsoft MCP with certifications in SQL Server Administration, Microsoft Office SharePoint Services Administration, Microsoft Dynamics CRM (Installation, Applications and Customization), plus a host of Dynamics GP solutions including Installation, Financials, Distribution and Human Resources/Payroll. Michael was also one of the first “Certified Masters” on the Dynamics GP product line. He continues to enjoy learning about the ever-changing technology revolving around ERP, CRM and BI/Reporting.
Originally from San Diego, Michael made Santa Barbara his home to attend the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. During his professional career, he achieved a certificate in Accounting from UCSB’s Extension program and shortly thereafter earned his CPA license.
Michael now resides in Spokane, WA with his wife and two sons where they enjoy the many outdoor activities available in a four seasons location like Spokane, such as hiking, skiing, kayaking and boating.
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Email:mweaver@bpw.com
Phone:805-963-7811
LINDA LARAMEE
CONTROLLER
LINDA LARAMEE
CONTROLLER & BUSINESS SOLUTIONS CONSULTANT
Linda Laramee
Specialties:
- Financial Reporting
- Advanced Accounting
- Software Consultant
Linda Laramee joined BPW in 2007 and currently serves as the firm’s Controller. She also dedicates part of her time to the Business Solutions Team as a Software Consultant for Microsoft Dynamics GP. She has over 20 years of experience in the private and public sectors, having served in a variety of roles such as Staff Accountant, Accounting Manager, and Budget & Financial Analyst. During that time, she was able to accumulate a host of financials skills, as well as expand her knowledge in software consulting by obtaining an MCP with Microsoft.
In her current role with BPW, she is in charge of managing the firm’s day-to-day financial operations, overseeing processes, supervising the finance staff, developing standards, tracking and developing budgets, assisting in tax and regulatory filings, and compiling financial reports. She provides the status of the firm’s financial position by collecting, interpreting, and reporting financial data and prepares special reports on related industry trends.
As a California native, she grew up in Redondo Beach, attended Santa Barbara City College, and received her Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics with an emphasis in Accounting from the University of California, Santa Barbara. She continues to build on her skills through continued professional education in master classes such as advanced accounting and financial reporting statement analysis.
Linda has a love for nature and enjoys scuba diving, mountain hiking, and bike riding and currently lives in Tennessee with her family. She is a big advocate for living a healthy lifestyle and enjoying a work/life balance. Her motto is: “Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and, most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.”
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Email:llaramee@bpw.com
Phone:805-963-7811
STEPHEN J. KOROSY
BUSINESS SOLUTIONS MANAGER
STEPHEN J. KOROSY
MANAGER
Stephen J. Korosy
Specialties:
- Microsoft CRM Software
- ERP Software Implementation
- Business Analysis
Stephen (Steve) Korosy joined Bartlett, Pringle & Wolf, LLP’s Business Consulting team in 2010, bringing with him extensive experience in business analysis and software application sales and implementation. He began his career in ERP software implementation consulting in 1997 and has assisted numerous clients in the successful implementation of their business solutions.
Steve focuses his work primarily on ERP/CRM software sales, CRM implementation methodologies and best practices. His experience includes project management, business process and operations reviews, various selling methodologies, system installation and implementation, technical support, data conversion and database administration, design of customized processes and reports and the design of custom applications to accommodate client specific needs. He has also migrated, integrated and supported multiple systems including Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Sage SalesLogix, Pivotal, ACT!, Epicor ERP (formerly Platinum SQL) and Clientele, Microsoft Dynamics GP, Microsoft Dynamics SL, Sage MAS 500 and Platinum for Windows.
Steve’s experience includes consulting for clients across many diverse industries from finance, retail, manufacturing and distribution, telecommunications, nonprofit, government, professional services, printing, aerospace, landscape and property maintenance, software, advertising and pharmaceuticals.
Steve received his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Phoenix. He resides in Goleta, California with his wife and daughters. In his free time, he enjoys traveling to foreign countries, SCUBA diving and making a mess of the kitchen in search of that perfect dish.
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Email:skorosy@bpw.com
Phone:805-963-7811
MARTIN GAXIOLA, MBA
BUSINESS SOLUTIONS CONSULTANT
MARTIN GAXIOLA, MBA
BUSINESS SOLUTIONS CONSULTANT
Martin Gaxiola, MBA
Specialties:
- Acumatica ERP
Martin Gaxiola is an Acumatica ERP Specialist. He has several Acumatica certifications, including the Business Consultant Certification and the Implementation Project Manager Certification. Martin is experienced in SAAS implementation, quality control, and SAAS operations support and training. He received his Master’s in Business Administration from the Thunderbird School of Global Management, and is bilingual in Spanish.
Email:mgaxiola@bpw.com
Phone:805-963-7811