CEO, Founder and Managing Partner
Grassi Advisory Group, Inc.
Jericho, NY
Louis Grassi, CPA, CFE, is CEO and Founder of Grassi, the 52nd-largest accounting firm in the nation and one of the largest employee-owned firms in the profession. Since founding the firm at age 24, Lou has led Grassi through 45 years of industry change. In 2023, he spearheaded the firm's transition to an ESOP model, choosing employee ownership over consolidation. Lou provides value-added services including profit-enhancement studies, operational reviews, and succession planning. As a published thought leader and trusted advisor to ESOP companies, his counsel has proven instrumental to the success of businesses across various industries.
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The Ownership Mindset: Choosing and Leading Employee Ownership
Monday, April 6, 2026
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