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www.HartfordBusiness.com • August 5, 2019 • Hartford Business Journal 37 40 UNDER FORTY 2019 K imberly Napp has 16 years of experience in public account- ing and is an audit partner at Whittlesey. Napp began her career as an associate accountant and was voted in as partner in Jan. 2019. Napp has devoted the majority of her career to serving nonprofit organizations, credit unions and small businesses. Alongside her work at Whittlesey, Napp co-founded the Women of Whittlesey group, and is co-leader of the employee engage- ment committee and quality control. What's been your biggest professional accomplishment so far in your career? From the day I started working in public accounting I knew I wanted to be a partner at Whittlesey. For the past 16 years, I worked towards this goal and was promoted to partner in Jan. 2019. How are you involved in the commu- nity? I am a member of the PTO at my son's school, and volunteer for almost every event they sponsor. I am the firm's team leader for the Center for Family Justice annual walk, and sup- port and attend many of our clients' charitable initiatives. What do you like to do outside of work? I am a single mother of an 8-year- old son, so much of my time is spent with him playing outside or with Legos. When I am not with my son I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, going to concerts and Broadway plays, and reading. Four reasons why you deserve to be a 40 Under Forty: • One of the youngest partners at Whittlesey. • Co-founder of the Women of Whit- tlesey group. • As a working single mother I mentor the younger generation to manage work-life balance and obtain high-profile positions. • I've dedicated the majority of my career to helping nonprofits achieve operational efficiencies to support their mission. FUN FACT During college I thought about becoming an art teacher as opposed to an accountant. Kimberly Napp Partner, Whittlesey Age: 38 No. of years with current company: 16 Town where I live: Wallingford Town where I work: Hartford College: Bentley University Highest degree: MBA Who is your favorite superhero? Black Widow Whittlesey congratulates our own Kimberly Napp, and all the Hartford Business Journal 40 Under Forty Class of 2019 recipients. Kim's commitment to the nonprofit community has helped our clients successfully navigate compliance, economic, and technological changes to see a better future. ASSURANCE | ADVISORY | TAX | TECHNOLOGY 280 Trumbull St, 24th Floor, Hartford, CT 06103 860.522.3111 | www.WAdvising.com