LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors
Melanie Muller Garofalo has a background in accounting and tax services, with experience ranging from staff accountant to senior manager at LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors. Prior to their current role, Melanie gained experience as a server and hostess at Reginelli's Pizzeria and an accounting intern at Barriere Construction. Melanie was also actively involved in Beta Alpha Psi- Phi Chapter during their time at Louisiana State University, where Melanie organized various service projects. Melanie holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Accounting from LSU, along with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting.
LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors
Regional Firm, National Capabilities Established over 75 years ago, LaPorte is the largest independent accounting and business consulting firm headquartered in Louisiana. With over 180 personnel in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Covington, and Houma, Louisiana as well as Houston, Texas, LaPorte was ranked 13th of 24 on Accounting Today’s “2023 Regional Leaders” among Gulf Coast firms. LaPorte is recognized as a regional firm with national capabilities. Since 2002, LaPorte has been a proud member of RSM US Alliance* – a premier affiliation of independent accounting and consulting firms in the United States. * See our website for more details on RSM US Alliance. Industries LaPorte serves clients in all major industries, and its qualifications are enhanced by the deep resources available through RSM US Alliance. The firm’s principal industry groups include construction, energy, financial services, healthcare, hospitality and entertainment, professional services, nonprofit, public sector, and real estate. Our Staff LaPorte focuses on recruiting high-achieving team members. Our staff is a blend of individuals – some have been with the firm since graduation while others have joined us after having initiated their career with another local or national accounting firm. Our growth has been the result of our ability to provide our clients with close, personal attention; engagement team continuity; and accessibility to all professional personnel, including directors; and prompt, quality service in a cost-effective, innovative manner.