Rea & Associates Accepted to the CPA Manufacturing Services Association

Rea & Associates Accepted to the CPA Manufacturing Services Association

9 March, 2007

NEW PHILADELPHIA, Ohio— Rea & Associates, Inc., a regional accounting and business consulting firm, is proud to announce that it has been accepted as the exclusive member of the CPA Manufacturing Services Association, a nationwide association of CPA firms specifically selected for their experience in and commitment to serving the manufacturing industry. In addition to providing traditional accounting, tax and auditing services, MSA members distinguish themselves by providing specialized consulting services that meet the unique needs of manufacturers.

“Running a successful manufacturing business has become more complicated,” said Mike Noretto, CPA, CVA, shareholder in Rea’s New Philadelphia office and head of its manufacturing specialization team. “It’s crucial that manufacturers have advisors who understand their unique issued and can use this insight to help them improve their operations and profitability. Like our firm, other MSA members know the manufacturing industry, and belonging to MSA enables us to pool our knowledge and resources to that we can provide the best services and solutions for our clients.”

Through MSA, members gain access to networking and educational resources that assist them in staying on the forefront of the manufacturing industry.

Rea & Associates, Inc., accountants and business consultants, is a regional firm with more than 225 dedicated professionals. In addition to providing manufacturing consulting services, Rea provides clients with a complete range of accounting services and professional business counsel. For more information about Rea & Associates, please call (330) 339-6651 or visit Rea's Web site at www.reacpa.com.

For more information about MSA, please visit www.manufacturingcpas.com.