Pat Early

Pat Early is a prominent figure in the accounting and financial services industry, particularly in the Indianapolis area. Here are some key points about his career and achievements:

Career

• Early joined Whipple & Co. (now Somerset CPAs, P.C.) in 1979 after graduating from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science in Management/Accounting.5
• He became the president of the firm in 1989 and held this position for over 30 years, leading the firm through significant growth and changes, including its transition to an independent firm in 2004 after being part of First Indiana Corp..125

Leadership and Transition

• In 2020, Early announced his plans to step aside as president, transitioning the role to Benjamin Kimmerling, who had led the firm's audit and assurance practice and served on the board of directors for 13 years. Early continued to serve as an adviser to the firm's management and worked with clients.123

Professional Credentials and Honors

• Early is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and Personal Financial Specialist. He has been recognized as the Management Accounting Alumnus of the Year by Purdue University.45

Community Involvement

• Early has been highly involved in the community, serving on numerous boards and commissions in the Indianapolis area. He was the president of the city’s Capital Improvement Board and received The Charles L. Whistler Award for his volunteer service to the city and state. He was also named a Sagamore of the Wabash.14

Current Role

• After his transition from president, Early continues to work with clients on various financial services, including business sales and purchases, dispute resolutions, estate planning, and individual taxes. He is currently associated with CBIZ, where he continues to provide these services.4