Partners

The shareholders of RS&F each contribute broad knowledge and expertise to the firm. They differ in their professional backgrounds, experiences, and achievements, which has fostered the growth and success of RS&F.

Our shareholders have extensive experience participating on committees of accounting and industry-specific organizations. Each of them is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants, and CPA Associates International, Inc. They also frequently submit articles for publications and lecture on a variety of subjects and issues.

Howard J. Rosen, CPA

Howard J. Rosen is President of RS&F and a shareholder of the firm. Mr. Rosen oversees the daily operations of RS&F and directs the firm's business consulting division. He specializes in merger and acquisition planning, capital formation, marketing studies, human resource studies, organizational structuring, budget and forecast modeling, and operation reviews.

Louis E. Sapperstein, CPA/ABV, CVA

Louis E. Sapperstein is Vice President of RS&F and a shareholder of the firm. He directs RS&F's Construction Industry Focus Group and the RS&F's Litigation Services & Business Valuations Focus Group. Mr. Sapperstein has extensive experience in business consulting, including assisting clients in developing strategic plans for asset appreciation,

Richard A. Friedlander, CPA

Richard A. Friedlander is Vice President of RS&F and a shareholder of the firm. Mr. Friedlander is director of the firm's tax planning and consulting division. He focuses on maximizing a client's business value and personal wealth by providing sophisticated tax strategies to privately-owned companies and high net-worth individuals.

Richard G. Daeschner, CPA

Richard G. Daeschner was named a principal at RS&F in 2005. Mr. Daeschner is responsible for managing the firm's production as well as reviewing the majority of the firm's compliance engagements, including compilations, reviews, audits, and tax returns. While working with clients in a variety of industries, Mr. Daeschner focuses on accounting, auditing, tax planning, and consulting services.

Bryna C. Engel, CPA

Bryna C. Engel was named a principal at RS&F in 2010. Ms. Engel is responsible for leading the firm’s audit practice, including client service, professional development, and quality control management. Additionally, she plays an integral role in enhancing the firm’s efficiencies in accounting engagements and overseeing the RS&F’s risk-based audit approach.