Introducing PP&Co CEO Phuong Mayer

The firm’s first CEO, Mayer has a track record of innovation and outstanding performance

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March 27, 2024, San Jose, CA – PP&Co, a leading firm with offices in San Jose and Santa Cruz, introduces Phuong Mayer as Chief Executive Officer. Named one of the Silicon Valley Business Journal’s 2022 Women of Influence for her strong record of innovation, outstanding performance, and a history of meaningful community involvement, Mayer has long been an advocate of the accounting profession and passionate about helping others develop a sustainable career in public accounting.

“As CEO at PP&Co, I will help ensure we continue to focus on the two things I’m most passionate about – building strong professional development programs and being at the forefront of digital transformation,” said Mayer. “This is an exciting time as we reenergize our industry to best address the changing needs of our clients and employees.”

As a Partner at PP&Co, Mayer oversaw the firm’s professional development program, including a competency framework, training and professional development, and the firm’s mentor program. She was also instrumental in designing an innovative firm organizational structure to clarify roles and responsibilities and managed operations under that structure, seeking ways to streamline processes in each of the business units. In recent years, she’s led the firm’s digital transformation efforts with the goal of promoting a culture of working smarter, not harder. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering from the University of California at Santa Cruz and a Master of Science in Accountancy from San Jose State University.

Mayer came with her family to the United States from Vietnam as a refugee. Her journey to CEO has been informed and influenced by her experiences as a first-generation immigrant growing up in Oakland, striving toward the American dream.

“I’m proud to represent PP&Co’s leadership team as a woman and immigrant. My parents came to this country as refugees, risking everything so their children would have access to opportunity. I hope that my accomplishments will inspire others to achieve their goals no matter their origin story,” said Mayer. “It’s important we ensure that future opportunities in this field are available to everyone, including those from underrepresented groups.”

About PP&Co
With offices in San Jose and Santa Cruz, PP&Co is a full-service firm providing planning, consulting, and compliance services. PP&Co professionals endeavor to become true partners with clients, helping to provide clarity around complex financial issues. By building effective strategies and solutions, PP&Co can have a meaningful and transformative impact, helping clients identify and achieve financial goals that give them the freedom to do what’s most important to them.

For more information contact Saralyn Winslow, PP&Co Marketing Director, at swinslow@ppandco.com.