MeetingPoint - Young Professionals

Charles is a Partner with FAZ (Ferraro Amodio & Zarecki CPAs).  FAZ is a boutique firm specializing in forensic accounting, business valuation, and business advisory services.   Charles focuses on economic damage analysis, specializing in evaluating lost earnings for individuals as a result of personal injury, wrongful death, and employment disputes.  In addition, , Charles analyzes lost profits for companies who have suffered a business interruption or a loss of profits due to the actions of another party.   

Benjamin attended the University of Maine in Orono. During his undergraduate studies, Benjamin also spent a summer at the University of Maastricht in the Netherlands at the School of International Law and Public Policy. After graduating from the University of Maine cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Benjamin returned home to obtain his Juris Doctor from Albany Law School. While in law school, Benjamin began his legal career as a law clerk for Martin, Harding & Mazzotti working in the Connective Tissue, Mass Torts, and Litigation departments. Upon graduation, Benjamin was thrilled to receive an offer to join the litigation department full-time. Benjamin was admitted to the New York State Bar in 2022.

Joe is a Risk Management Consultant with Allianz Trade. Joe received his MBA from the College of Saint Rose in Albany, NY. With a five-year collegiate baseball background at Saint Rose, he brings a competitive spirit to his role. Joe specializes in crafting strategic solutions that not only protect against non-payment but also foster business expansion for his clients. At Allianz Trade, Joe is dedicated to empowering companies to navigate uncertainties confidently, ensuring their long-term success in the marketplace.

Tyler is a Commercial Lines Vice President in USI’s Upstate NY Non-Profit Practice who has served the greater Albany market and beyond for 6 years as an insurance and risk management advisor. He comes to USI with expertise in helping large non-profit human service agencies reduce their total cost of risk, protect their people, assets, and reputation, and support the individuals they serve. Tyler is passionate about partnering with non- profits to deliver bottom-line financial impact and solutions that help his clients create competitive advantages and execute their community-centric missions.

Zack is a Financial Services Professional with Charter Oak Financial focusing on individual & business financial planning, investment management, and insurance. Zack earned his Bachelor of Business Management from SUNY Canton in 2022 while competing in two DIII sports, Lacrosse & Golf.  Zack is still an avid golfer and is able to continue his passion for lacrosse by coaching at his alma mater, South Glens Falls High School.  In addition to his coaching, Zack stays involved in the community through his work as an ambassador for the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce and as a board member for the Glens Falls Civic Center Foundation.

Christian is currently an Analyst with FAZ Forensics, where he focuses on forensic accounting and business valuation engagements, as well as the analysis of business interruption, economic damage, and lost earnings claims.

Christian earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting with a focus in Finance, from the Smeal College of Business at Penn State University. His coursework at Penn State provided Christian with a valuable introduction and experience in forecasting, business valuation, financial reporting, and accounting information systems. Driven by creating value for clients, his team at FAZ, and himself, Christian is currently working towards his Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designations.

Emily earned  a Bachelor of Science degree in 2020 from the University at Albany in Financial Market Regulation, and Criminal Justice, with a minor in Business Administration. In 2023, she graduated from Albany Law School with a concentration in Business Law. Emily is currently an Associate Attorney at the Harris-Pero Law Firm, PLLC.  She focuses her practice on estate planning and business law. Particularly, she enjoys bringing clients peace of mind whether through protection and management of assets within their estate, or by helping form and run their business smoothly. Emily also serves as a committee member of the University at Albany Graduates of the Last Decade (GOLD) Alumni Group, and as a board member for Saratoga PLAN.

Matthew graduated from the State University of New York at Albany in 2018 and Albany Law School in 2021. Since then, he has represented businesses and business owners, ranging from startups to mature companies, on a variety of business-related issues. Matthew’s primary areas of focus are corporate law, commercial transactions, real property issues, and commercial litigation. Matthew represents clients in a variety of litigation matters, including breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, tortious interference, and other related claims in both state and federal courts. He also represents and counsels clients on a variety of corporate transactions, including the acquisition and sale of assets and business interests.

Samuel Tesfamariam Haile is currently an Analyst at FAZ Forensics, where he focuses on forensic account and business valuation engagements. With a keen analytical mindset and diverse experience, Samuel brings valuable insights to the firm. Samuel holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Economics from Skidmore College, where he developed a strong foundation in business principles. Continuing his academic journey, he earned a master’s degree in Economics from the University at Albany (SUNY), specializing in economic forecasting to understand modeling techniques at a deeper level.

Driven by a passion for continuous growth and professional excellence, Samuel recently received the Certified Business Exit Consultant (CBEC) certification designation from the International Exit Planning Association (IEPA). This dedication showcases his commitment to staying at the forefront of industry practices and providing exceptional services to clients.

Natalie is a management-side labor and employment attorney at Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC. Natalie serves employers in all aspects of labor and employment law, including employment litigation and counseling. Her experience includes counseling employers on compliance with federal and state employment laws, including wage and hour, leave, and anti-discrimination laws; assisting employers before various federal, state, and local administrative agencies, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and New York State Division of Human Rights, as well as federal and state courts; assisting employers on “traditional” labor matters, including labor arbitrations and proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board; and reviewing and developing employee handbooks and policies.