Stephanie O'Rourk

Stephanie O'Rourk is a seasoned partner at CohnReznick, leading the National Hospitality Emerging Concepts and Operational and Financial Consulting Divisions. With over 25 years of experience in public accounting encompassing audit, advisory, and tax services, Stephanie is renowned for her expertise in advising entrepreneurs on best practices and tax-efficient strategies. She is highly regarded as a trusted business advisor, offering valuable insights and business acumen to her clients.

Stephanie's specialization lies in working with prominent hospitality growth concepts and franchisees, where she excels in implementing industry-leading reporting standards and financial controls to drive profitable business expansion. Leveraging cutting-edge technologies, she aids clients in achieving their objectives while enhancing business processes and efficiencies. She has designed Profit Enhancement Programs and cash flow management systems that empower companies to operate efficiently, maximize profitability, and forecast their financial needs for sustained growth.

In her role as a subject matter expert for CohnReznick's hospitality industry, Stephanie supports various divisions such as Transactional Advisory, Restructuring and Dispute Resolution Services, Transactions & Turnaround Advisory, and CFO Advisory Groups. She guides clients through business restructuring to optimize tax benefits, enhance profitability, and cash flow, secure financing, design compensation programs, and negotiate lending terms, preparing them for future liquidity events.

Stephanie is a pivotal member of the SBA Task Force initiative at CohnReznick, offering crucial guidance to businesses seeking financial aid during the COVID-19 pandemic. A recognized speaker, Stephanie has been featured in reputable publications like Forbes and the Wall Street Journal. Additionally, in 2020, she joined the board of #ATLFamilyMeal, a Georgia nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting hospitality workers and their families facing hunger and unemployment in the metro Atlanta region. Stephanie's contributions earned her accolades, including being named among the Top 50 Women in Business and featured in Long Island's Who's Who of Women in Professional Services by Long Island Business News.

Stephanie holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Binghamton University's School of Management. Currently, she holds the positions of Partner in the Hospitality Emerging Concept Division and Operational Consulting Leader, SBA Task Force at CohnReznick LLP.