About the Speakers

Edward C. Hiers, ChFC
Ed has served as President and CEO of Northeast Planning Associates, Inc. (NPA), the parent company of Integrated Partners for over 30 years. Possessing a true entrepreneurial spirit, Ed has developed numerous marketing programs and initiatives, including the CPA Connection Program. Over the years Ed has kept the company on the cutting-edge of the constantly changing financial industry. The programs he has helped to develop have contributed to position NPA as one of the largest financial services firms in New England.

Louise Brassard
An integral part of Northeast Planning Associates, Inc. since 1991, Louise has served as Director of Corporate Development for almost a decade. A visionary with over 20 years experience in financial services and related project management, Louise has pioneered the successful development, implementation, and management of The CPA Connection™ Program. Her insights on how to create and cultivate successful strategic alliances will prove invaluable to you and your practice.

Richard L. Roy, Jr.
Richard is a CPA with Macdonald Page & Co, LLC. Richard has extensive experience with corporate, fiduciary, and individual clients. His acquired broad knowledge gives him a keen understanding of business and tax planning issues and enables him to deal with clients and recognize opportunities both as a CPA, and a Financial Advisor. Richard is the licensed financial advisor for MPSF Financial Services LLC, the financial services arm of Macdonald Page & Co, LLC, which has been affiliated with Integrated Partners since 1997.