C. Lynne Smith, CPA (FL)
Partner
C. Lynne Smith is an audit and assurance partner who leads Wipfli’s hospitality services within the firm’s construction and real estate (CRE) industry practice. With over 25 years of experience, she works hard to understand the overall financial picture of her clients so the solutions she recommends are comprehensive in scope. Lynne prides herself on accurately evaluating critical issues, determining their needs and resources and formulating sound, commonsense business solutions.
Certifications
- Certified Public Accountant (FL)
Professional memberships and activities
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) – Member
- Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants (COCPA) – Member
- Financial Executives International (FEI), Colorado Chapter – Strategic partner
- Colorado Hotel and Lodging Association – Allied Gold member
- Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) – National and Colorado Chapter Allied Gold member
Areas of Focus
- Audit and accounting
- Hospitality (hotels, resorts and golf clubs)
- Construction and real estate
- Employee benefit plan auditing and consulting
- Attest services for middle market companies, construction contractors, real estate entities and technology companies
- Financial accounting and assurance
- Financial advisory and related analysis
- Operational and internal control structure reviews
- Strategic and succession planning
Education
Stetson University- Bachelor of science degree in business with a major in accounting
- Master of accountancy degree
Recent Insights
Articles
2022 tech trend for hospitalities: Digital guest experience
Jan 31, 2022
Hospitality trend in 2022: Tech for your people
Jan 26, 2022
2022 hospitality trends: Customer vs. property management tools
Jan 21, 2022
Cybersecurity trends in hospitality for 2022
Jan 18, 2022
The technologies critical for the hospitality industry in 2022
Jan 17, 2022
Is the hospitality industry ready for rebound in 2022?
Dec 17, 2021