Stacie M. Kwaiser, CPA

Current Role

As Rehmann’s first female CEO, Stacie is dedicated to transforming the associate and client experience by focusing on innovation, training and technology. Leveraging her passions for culture and innovation, Stacie continues to advance the execution of the firm’s long-term strategic plan.

Stacie ensures Rehmann is committed to developing successful leadership programs and providing mentorship opportunities for each of our associates, so we can deliver the best possible client service. She prioritizes adapting the firm’s culture to meet the needs of the future.

Service Areas

• Vision and strategy
• Associate mentorship, sponsorship and career development
• Business combination strategy and implementation
• Advancement of corporate culture and values

Experience

Stacie joined the Rehmann audit team in 1996 and has always had a passion for client service and associate and team development. She brought that dedication to her leadership roles as regional assurance department lead, assurance executive committee member, and regional managing principal. She most recently served as Rehmann’s first female COO from 2016-2022.

Stacie has been involved in the development of the firm’s leadership programs and serves as a sponsor and mentor to many Rehmann associates. Stacie previously served on Rehmann’s Women’s Initiative Network (WIN) Council and currently serves as the executive sponsor of the Rehmann Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) program and has been instrumental in shaping the firm’s culture and values.

A Closer Look

• The AICPA and CPA Practice Advisor recognized Stacie with the 2024 Most Powerful Women in Accounting Award.
• Stacie was named one of Crain’s 2020 Notable Women in Finance, an award based on career accomplishments, track record of success in the field and more.
• Committed to professional organizations, Stacie completed two terms on the Board of the MICPA and currently serves on a task force for the AICPA.
• Stacie was selected for the DBusiness 2016 Powered by Women list, as one of eight metro Detroit women who hold leading positions in their organization.