Marvin Siegel | Premier Professionals International

"Marvin Siegel is a natural leader who has style, class, dignity and a way about him that elevates everyone around him. I am extremely impressed with the work, follow-through and the reputation that I have personally experienced. I am looking forward to working with Marvin for years. He is a true talent and I love watching him work. If you are lucky enough to be able to engage him, then I guarantee you will reach your goals faster with him on your team.”



MARVIN SIEGEL, CPA, is an experienced, articulate, and insightful financial consultant serving professional service firms, closely held businesses, and family enterprises. As the Founder and President of Premier Professionals International, LLC, he brings a wealth of specialized knowledge in Intellectual Property Law, finance, mergers and acquisitions, and administrative management, and has positioned himself as a trusted advisor for small to mid-sized businesses seeking profitability and growth. Marv is a dedicated student of the corporate culture, having resolved a wide range of operational and financial issues in a career punctuated by executive achievement. Marv has been a fixture in the C-Suite of top accounting and law firms. Known for his thorough, hands-on approach in managing people and processes, he boasts a stellar history in enhancing organizational performance, increasing profitability while reducing costs, and solidifying key business relationships. He has gained a deep understanding of the factors that go into a client’s decision-making process. “My worth to a firm,” Marv explains, “is the experience I bring in addressing key issues in the day-to-day operations and developing the solution model.” Marv has a deep understanding of Intellectual Property Law and has served this area with great focus. He commands an excellent working knowledge of patent and trademark prosecution, foreign considerations, expenses a firm can incur, and its involvement with patent and trademark renewals. Marv seamlessly coordinates all functions attendant to running professional service practices. Marv advances his value proposition through his consultancy. “Most small- to mid-size firms,” he acknowledges, “whether growing or looking to grow, exhibit the same problem types that can be readily categorized. I can provide practical guidance for transition and stability and allow key people to concentrate on what’s important.” For a complete profile as well as recommendations and other information, please visit Marvin's LinkedIn profile: [www.linkedin.com/in/marvsiegel] MARVIN SIEGEL Specialties: Strategic Leadership Finance & Accounting Intellectual Property Law Merger Evaluation & Review Cost Reduction Pricing Policies Client Intake / Conflict Procedures Profitability Enhancement Organizational Restructuring Internal & External Communications Policy Development & Implementation Conflict Resolution (Arbitration / Mediation) INDUSTRIES SERVED: Professional Service Firms Manufacturing Distribution Pharmaceutical Hospitality Non-Profits MARVIN SIEGEL’s Experience Founder & President Premier Professionals International, LLC 1991 — Present Marvin laid the foundation for the consultation arm of his practice with the formation of this company. He marketed and delivered consulting services, including serving as an arbitrator in legal disputes, on behalf of a broad range of clients. PREMIER PROFESSIONALS INTERNATIONAL, LLC is a Chicago, Illinois-based, arbitrator-certified professional services consulting firm that has aligned with many other resources and affiliates in the financial and operational arenas. The consultancy was established in response to the economic concerns of progressive firms who are reluctant to incur the costs of a full-time executive, and wish to derive value from a comprehensive suite of services on a discrete, as-needed basis, or according to project demands. On an assignment basis, companies wishing to leverage Marvin Siegel’s extensive C-Suite experience, analytical skills, and business acumen will be well-served on all organizational levels. Chief Administrative Officer, Chicago & National Intellectual Property Group Husch Blackwell Sanders, LLP (Law Firm) 2008 — 2009 Marvin provided strategic leadership to the firm and was responsible for all administrative functions, including IT, accounting, finance, human resources, marketing, occupancy and legal administrative staff. Highlights of his tenure include the orchestration of a seamless integration with Welsh & Katz through the handling of all financial, technological, and operational issues inherent in the due diligence process. Husch Blackwell Sanders is a multi-practice law firm that consists of 625 attorneys that maintains offices in 13 cities including Kansas City and St. Louis, MO, Chicago, IL, Washington, DC and London, England. The Firm was combined with Chicago-based Welsh & Katz, Ltd., an IP boutique in 2008 and continues to operate an international IP practice by leveraging the Welsh & Katz reputation. Chief Executive Officer Welsh & Katz, Ltd. (Law Firm) 1994 — 2008 Marv provided strategic leadership to the firm and was responsible for all administrative functions, including IT, accounting, finance, human resources, marketing, occupancy and legal administrative staff. Marv also personally coordinated all operational, tax and legal matters arising in the normal course of business. Prior to 2008 Welsh & Katz was an IP boutique consisting of approximately 50 attorneys that had built an international reputation for both patent and trademark prosecution and litigation. Chief Financial Officer McDermott Will & Emery (Law Firm) 1992 — 1993 Marv executed all duties usual and customary to the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO). These included accounting, financial and management reporting, accounts receivable and payable, tax planning and filing, cash management, budgeting, and short-term investing. Highlights of his tenure included the implementation of financial strategies that resulted in an increase in investment income and a resultant spike in cash flow. In 1993 McDermott, Will & Emery was a Chicago-based, multi-practice law firm that consisted of 500 attorneys and maintained offices in New York, Washington, DC, Boston, Los Angeles, Miami and Newport Beach, CA. Senior Audit Partner, Chicago Office Laventhol & Horwath (Accounting Firm) 1979 — 1990 Marv managed a staff of 200 accountants ranging from entry level through Senior Partner. Trusted with providing a broad spectrum of accounting and auditing services to the firm's most sensitive clients, both domestic and abroad, Marv's responsibilities encompassed recruiting, training, mentoring, scheduling, relationship management, and business development. Marv also served as a representative to Horwath & Horwath International, the firm's global network. In 1990 Laventhol & Horwath was the 9th largest full service accounting and consulting firm in the U.S. The Firm employed more than 4,500 people and maintained 47 offices in key commercial/financial centers throughout the country. National Office Technical Partner, Chicago, IL, and Audit & Review Partner, Miami, FL Alexander Grant & Company (Known today as Grant Thornton) (Accounting Firm) 1969 — 1979 1975-1979: Marv served as Technical Partner in the National Office, having been transferred from Miami in order to spearhead a revenue-generating business initiative around the authorship, publication, and sales of accounting and auditing technical training and reference manuals. 1969-1975: Marv served as Technical Partner in the Miami Office where his responsibilities included human resources, management, quality reviews, and client service. MARVIN SIEGEL’s Education University of Miami BBA , Accounting University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School Strategic Planning Marvin completed post-graduate work in Strategic Planning. MARVIN SIEGEL'S CURRENT MEMBERSHIPS AND ACTIVITIES Managing Director, Mastermind Advisory Board Member, Law Firm Consultants Network of Chicago