William T. Kriesel, CPA/PFS, CFP®, has recently been appointed as the Chair of the Personal Financial Planning Committee for the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYSSCPA). In addition to being a licensed CPA he is also a Certified Financial Planner and Personal Financial Specialist.  He specializes in financial planning, tax planning, research and compliance, estate, retirement and business advisory services.  He is a member of the AICPA and a Board Member of the Estate Planning Council of CNY.