ELIZABETH HUGH
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Elizabeth Hugh is the COO at KBKG. She brings 20 plus years of CPA firm management experience. As the COO, she is responsible for the daily operations of the firm which includes the policies and procedures to improve client services. She is also responsible for all recruiting activities, mentoring program, and training program – all important facets to better service our clients.
Elizabeth received her undergraduate degree in business administration with an emphasis in Accounting from California State University, Northridge.
Prior to joining KBKG, Elizabeth worked with Green Hasson Janks LLP (GHJ) as an Administrative Partner and worked with a select group of privately held businesses on a day to day basis. At GHJ she launched the firm’s recruiting practice and oversaw its Business Management practice. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and BeachNet, a professional networking group. She has participated in various MAP committee meetings along with Westside/San Fernando Valley Administrative Groups.
Active in her community, Elizabeth has been involved in fundraising for Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce (Women in Business Committee) and a former board member. She also partakes in various projects at TreePeople, the Union Rescue Mission, the LA Conservation Corps and continues to be a mentor to many accounting professionals.
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