
Overview
Prior to joining Grassi & Co., Michael was at a national firm and played a key role in the firm’s public companies practice—in addition to being a key member of the Manufacturing and Distribution niche.
Michael’s experience also includes serving as an Internal Auditor for a Fortune 500 company. In this role, he planned, performed and reported on operational, financial, and special project audits of the key business areas of an entity with annual revenues in excess of $12 billion. He acted as an internal consultant to help the organization become more compliant and efficient; specifically pertaining to the Sarbanes-Oxley efforts and the operational business areas of the Company. Michael began his career at a Big 4 firm, where he received the foundation of his experiences.
Currently, Michael serves on the board of Aerospace & Defense Diversification Alliance in Peacetime Transition (ADDAPT), served on the board for the Long Island Capital Alliance and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Michael was selected as an honoree for Long Island Business News’ “40 Under 40” Awards.
Press releases
Grassi & Co. Promotes Michael A. Violano to Audit Partner
Leading accounting, tax and advisory firm, Grassi & Co., has announced that Michael A. Violano was promoted to Audit Partner in their Manufacturing & Distribution Practice effective January 1, 2019 and will be heading up the building materials sub-segment.
Articles & Alerts
Alert: Validating Cyber Risks in the Cannabis Industry
With information gathered from assets in the underground (involved with the dark web) and conversations with federal authorities, investigations disclosed that, while there is no specific group actively targeting the cannabis industry, there are hackers focusing on three areas within the Seed to Sale lifecycle: research and extraction; growing; and consumption and retail operations.
Events
High NY Cannabis Business Soiree
Robert Bernstein, Partner at Grassi & Co. will be speaking at this highly enjoyable evening of delicious food, resfreshing drinks, and meaningful discussions with other Cannabis industry leaders.
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