Michele Amato is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in auditing and quality control. Notable roles include Finance Committee Member at Quail West Golf and Country Club since May 2022, and previously serving as Retired Managing Director and Partner-in-Charge of the Professional Standards Group at Marks Paneth LLP from September 2016 to April 2022. Michele's career includes significant positions at Friedman LLP as a Retired Partner and Director of Quality Control, and at Raich Ende Malter & Co., LLP as an Engagement Partner for SEC clients. Early career roles include Audit Manager positions at Albrecht Viggiano & Zureck and KPMG. Michele Amato holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Lehigh University, completed between 1973 and 1976.