Savannah CPA Association Will Install 2027 Board Leaders
The local association has named a new slate of officers to oversee its 2027 fiscal strategy and governance.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in People
The CPA Board of Directors in Savannah has appointed its leadership team for the upcoming 2027 term. These new officers will take their positions at the start of the new year.
Why it matters
Leadership shifts within local accounting associations often signal changes in professional advocacy priorities and compliance focus for local firms. Operators should monitor these appointments for shifts in regional tax policy engagement or professional training standards.
Four leadership positions were filled for the 2027 term, including the roles of chairman, vice chairman, secretary-treasurer, and immediate past chairman.
The players
Matt Swinnie
Incoming chairman of the Savannah CPA association who will lead board governance for 2027.
Ray Chaaraoui
Appointed vice chairman of the CPA board for the upcoming 2027 term.
David Smith
Appointed secretary-treasurer of the CPA board who will oversee financial governance in 2027.
Mike Reardon
Current chair who will move to the immediate past chairman role at the end of 2026.
The details
The Board of Directors confirmed the new officer slate during its recent Fall Meeting in Savannah. Matt Swinnie will step into the role of chairman, supported by Ray Chaaraoui as vice chairman and David Smith as secretary-treasurer. These leaders will be responsible for guiding the organization's regional initiatives throughout the next calendar year.
Timeline
The new officers will begin their service in 2027.
Mike Reardon will transition to immediate past chairman at the end of 2026.
Market Landscape
This transition marks the continuation of the association's annual leadership rotation confirmed at the Fall Meeting. It follows the established pattern of rotating oversight to maintain continuity while updating the board's professional focus.
Operators in the Savannah area should update their firm's contact records for these board members by year-end. Keep an eye on any bulletins from the new leadership team regarding local professional standards or tax compliance workshops for 2027.
The takeaway
Board leadership transitions provide a key opportunity for local business owners to connect with the professionals shaping regional standards. Watch for the association's 2027 calendar of events to identify opportunities for networking or regulatory updates.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Woodworking Network.
