Chris MacKenzie joined LGA as Growth Leader, bringing over 40 years of leadership experience in the accounting industry. In his new role, Chris will drive LGA’s long-term expansion and business development initiatives, enhancing the firm’s growth strategies and solidifying its standing as a premier independent CPA firm in New England.
Before joining LGA, Chris was the Boston market leader at RSM U.S. LLP, the world’s fifth-largest accounting firm. His extensive career has equipped him with a deep understanding of how to drive organic growth and build lasting client relationships. At LGA, he will leverage this expertise to identify new growth opportunities, optimize business development strategies, and support the firm’s entrepreneurial spirit.
Chris is deeply involved in the Boston community and has served on the boards of several business associations, including the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, Massachusetts Business Roundtable, and the New England Council. He is passionate about supporting and working with organizations focused on helping inner-city children and children and adults with disabilities.
Education:
- Bentley University: Master of Science in Financial Planning
- Bentley University: Master of Science degree in Taxation
- University of Massachusetts Lowell: Bachelor of Science degree in Accountancy
Professional Affiliations:
- Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants (MSCPA)
- American Society of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- Northeast ARC, Board Member
- Manning School of Business, UMass Lowell, Past Board Member
- Junior Achievement of Northern New England, Past Board Member
- New England Council, Past Board Member
- Massachusetts Business Roundtable, Past Board Member
- Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, Past Board Member
- Old North Foundation of Boston Inc., Past Board Member
- TargetCancer Foundation, Past Board Member
Personal:
- Outside of his professional commitments, Chris enjoys staying active with exercise and golf. He also enjoys gardening, woodworking, and figuring out something new. When it’s time to relax, he likes to listen to the Boss, Bruce Springsteen.