July 3rd marked a watershed moment in Aruba's financial history, as PKF, a global network of Consultancy, Audit, Tax, and Accounting firms, officially inaugurated its new office on the island. This expansion represents not only a new chapter for PKF, established in 1989, but also a significant enrichment to Aruba's professional service sector, thanks to the combined 60 years of experience of its two partners, drs. Ing. Edsel Lopez RA and drs. Herbert van Elferen RA CIA.
PKF's establishment in Aruba signals a significant milestone for the network, which now boasts 215 firms worldwide, collectively representing a powerful presence in 151 countries around the globe. Aruba has become the 151st PKF destination, underscoring the global network's confidence in our local potential.
Partners Edsel Lopez and van Herbert Elferen have joined forces to invest in the future generations of local professionals, share their six decades of accumulated wisdom, and ensure PKF Aruba meets its global commitment to excellence.
The initiative is backed by Cheryl Burke, Regional North America Coordinator and Partner in PKF USA, who praised the development of PKF in Aruba, stating, "We are looking forward to watching the PKF Aruba family grow and shine."
Van Elferen, who has spent most of his career in the accountancy field, highlighted the immense value of their combined experience, "Our greatest resource is our accumulated knowledge, which we are now ready to put to work for Aruban society."
PKF brings a history of excellence in all areas of tax, advisory, audit, and commercial solutions to Aruba, as well as its reputation as a leader in the tourism industry, representing famous hotel brands.
Both partners, Lopez and van Elferen, bring a wealth of experience in their respective fields. Lopez holds a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology and Economics from Eindhoven University, Netherlands, and a Master's degree in Administrative Information Science from Tilburg University, Netherlands. Van Elferen, on the other hand, has over 25 years of experience in the field, specializing in assurance and advisory for local commerce.
PKF, originally founded as Pannell Kerr Forster in 1989, is now a global network of accountancy firms, with 215 independent members operating under the PKF brand in 151 countries, and holds the 14th position among the world's top accountancy networks.
The partners founded their firm with a vision to invest, develop, and grow future generations of local professionals and, most of all, to share their intensive expertise and knowledge with you. Their story is one of patience, determination, loyalty, perseverance, hard work, and dedication to their clients and the local community.
PKF Aruba is more than a traditional accountancy firm. It offers a range of services, including corporate finance services, financial advisory services, and business advisory services. This holistic, expert approach sets PKF Aruba apart from all competition, promising to add value to your business, help achieve your goals, and provide the high-quality work you expect.
In the accompanying photos, you can see the grand opening event of PKF in Aruba. The event was attended by executives, entrepreneurs, members of the legal community, politicians, and other key figures who came together to celebrate the inauguration of this new chapter in Aruba's professional services sector. This grand occasion not only marked a milestone for PKF but also symbolized a remarkable enrichment for Aruba, promising high-quality, globally recognized consultancy services, backed by the collective expertise of its partners.
For more information, please contact PKF Aruba at +297 6990990 or via email at ruthmila.steward@pkf-aruba.com.
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