Aprio, LLP, the new name for HA+W, a nationally-recognized, CPA-led business advisory firm headquartered in Atlanta, announced that the firm has added one new partner and four directors effective Jan. 1, 2018.

Sandi Buttram has been named a partner in Aprio’s Real Estate and Construction group. Sandi has more than 11 years of experience advising commercial real estate companies. Sandi offers her clients more than traditional compliance services; she brings a consultative approach to every engagement. She looks ahead for her clients’ businesses and offers proactive solutions that help them achieve what’s next.

“Sandi will play a strategic role in the expansion of Aprio’s commercial real estate practice in 2018 and beyond,” said Alan Vaughn, partner-in-charge of Aprio’s Real Estate and Construction group. “Her industry expertise and high-quality client service make her an invaluable part of the Aprio team, and I’m thrilled to have her join me as a partner within the firm.”

In addition to naming a new partner, Aprio has named four new firm directors.

• Frank Ciaburri, Engagement Director
• Olga Bardina, Engagement Director
• Oscar Hsiao, Engagement Director
• Simone Smith, Director of CRM

“Each of the Aprio professionals who have been promoted to director have made a significant, positive impact on the experience of Aprio clients,” said Richard Kopelman, CEO and managing partner at Aprio. “These individuals demonstrate advanced technical knowledge within audit, tax and operations and their contributions to the firm have enabled our clients to achieve what’s next.”