Mario O. Vicari, CPA
Former Director
Areas of Specialization
During his more than 40 years with the firm, Mario was a business advisor to privately-held companies, helping them to address the unique challenges they face as they grow and to create value for their owners.
Mario worked with entrepreneurs and private and family-owned companies in a variety of industries including construction, manufacturing, distribution, and professional services. His principal focus was on assisting companies in maximizing value for their owners and realizing that value through a clear transfer and exit strategy. Mario is expert in private company transfer strategies and methods, and his work included a wide range of business advisory services including finance, valuation, strategy, and transaction structure.
Mario led Kreischer Miller's thought leadership platform, the Center for Private Company Excellence. He also led the Family-Owned Businesses and ESOP specialty areas, and was a member of the firm’s executive committee.
Background
Mario joined Kreischer Miller upon graduation from college. He became a Director of the firm in 1995.
Professional and Business Affiliations
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants – Member
- Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants – Member
- National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts – Member
- Association of Merger and Acquisition Advisors – Member
- Construction Financial Management Association – Former Board member
- Union League of Philadelphia - Member
- North Penn Valley Boys and Girls Club – Member of the Board of Directors
- Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce – Former Board member
Education and Certifications
- Certified Public Accountant in Pennsylvania
- Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA)
- Certified Merger & Acquisition Advisor (CM&AA)
- Management Certificate – Business Advisor Program – University of Chicago
- B.S. – Accounting and Business, Allentown College of St. Francis DeSales