The Catanese Group story began in 1946 when our founders opened an accounting firm in New York City. Twelve years later, the first client was engaged in Johnstown, PA and by the mid 1970's, eight significant clients existed in the Johnstown area. Sam Catanese joined the organization in June of 1976 as the Firm continued to grow. During the latter part of the seventies, Carl Vulcan and Peter Shrift joined the Firm and all became partners during the 1980's. Joseph DeYulis became a partner in 1993 and Kathleen Wallace became a partner in 2006. In 1998, the Catanese Group became affiliate with CPAmerica International, a network consisting of more than 80 independent CPA firms employing more than 2,500 professionals operating from nearly 150 offices throughout the United States. CPAmericas strategic alliance with Crowe Horwath International, one of the 10 largest international networks of independent accounting and advisory service firms, provides worldwide business and financial resources, referral options and information to CPAmerica members. Today, the Catanese Group has defined specializations in several areas including retail, real estate, professional services, not-for-profit, governmental, healthcare and legal services. At the present time, a total of five partners and 23 staff members make up the Johnstown and Pittsburgh offices of the Catanese Group including a firm administrator and technology manager. As a testament to our long-term commitment to our clients, many of these same individuals who helped to establish the Johnstown-based firm are still part of our client base today. We invite you to join us and grow with us. With our vision for the future firmly rooted in tradition, by partnering with our Firm, the Catanese Group offers you the opportunity to create your own legacy for future generations.
