Michael Plude's Schools

• Sacred Heart University , Class of 1984 Bachelors in Accounting and Finance BS Accounting , MBA Accounting & Finance

Michael Plude's Publications

• A Brief History of Shelton, Connecticut November, 2010 by Michael Plude Situated in the easternmost corner of Fairfield County, Connecticut, Shelton traces its roots back to the Stratford settlement of 1639. Originally inhabited by members of the Golden Hill Paugusett Indian Nation, Stratford, along with Shelton, Monroe, and Trumbull, came under official English rule in 1662 through the actions of Stratford selectmen John Minor, Captain Joseph Hawley, and Lieutenant Joseph Judson. Following the American Revolution, officials divided the Stratford territory into its constituent towns, thus establishing Shelton, then known as Huntington, as a separate borough. Midway through the 1800s, Shelton became a minor industrial hub, most notably through the founding of Edward N. Shelton’s manufacturing concern, Shelton Company. Remaining a borough until its formal municipal incorporation in 1915, Shelton and the adjacent town of Huntington ultimately merged in 1919 to form the city’s present incarnation. Since then, the City of Shelton has experienced industrial growth and decline, largely in accordance with regional and national trends. Of particular interest to Shelton’s contemporary history, the 1975 fire in the Sponge Rubber Products manufacturing plant remains one of the largest cases of arson to occur in the United States. Arguably, this event served as a harbinger of future recession for Shelton and its industries, as several large factories based in the city would close operations well into the next two decades. During the past 10 years, Shelton has enjoyed somewhat of a resurgence in commercial and industrial production, attracting new businesses in the high technology, consumer goods, manufacturing, health care, and biotechnology sectors.

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants December, 2010 Holding undergraduate degrees in accounting and political science, as well as a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting and Finance, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Michael Plude acts as a Partner and Managing Member of Accounting at Kaskie, Plude & Company LLC, a firm he joined in 1990. In conjunction with his duties at Kaskie, Plude & Company, Michael Plude maintains a role as Director and Chairman of the Audit Committee at Naugatuck Valley Savings and Loan, utilizing his extensive experience to implement compliance and risk management systems, and to ensure a steady increase in business growth. Prior to accepting a position with Kaskie, Plude & Company LLC, Michael Plude applied his skills at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP and Friedburg, Smith & Co., P.C., functioning as a Senior Auditor at both companies. Additionally, Michael Plude previously devoted his professional energy to his work as an Assistant Comptroller at Ascom Hasler mailing systems in Shelton, Connecticut, overseeing the preparation of tax returns, financial statements, and other essential fiscal reports. Committed to providing his clients with the highest standards of service, Michael Plude retains membership in the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), a national organization representing skilled and knowledgeable tax professionals. Established in 1887, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants oversees and grades the Uniform CPA Examination, audits the activities of accounting firms across the country, creates and distributes educational material to ensure that its 369,000 members remain abreast of the most recent developments in the accounting trade, and advocates a strict code of ethics in serving the American public’s best interest. With headquarters in Washington, D.C.; New York City; Ewing, New Jersey; Durham, North Carolina; and Lewisville, Texas; AICPA is widely recognized for its many valuable contributions to the field of accounting. Aside from his involvement with the AICPA, Michael Plude also keeps ties with the Tax Executives Institute, Inc.

• Michael Plude | Professional Organizations January, 2011 by Michael Plude Over the course of my career in the accounting and banking industry, I have joined a number of professional organizations. Through these affiliations, I enjoy the chance to further my career development and receive industry news and publications that detail the latest findings in the financial world. First, I am a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Founded in 1887, AICPA strives to give a voice to employees of the financial services profession. Though the organization mostly comprises CPAs, its members also include professionals who work in financial planning, tax, business and industry, law, consulting, education, and government trades. AICPA has reorganized its internal structure since its inception over a century ago, but the core goal of upholding accountancy as a respectful, ethical occupation stays the same. I also maintain a membership with Tax Executives Institute (TEI), a selective organization open to corporate employees who administer tax preparation at an executive level. Applicants must also hold a minimum of five years of corporate tax experience. Once accepted to the group, members enjoy benefits like online forums, analyses, member discounts, continuing education programs, and networking. As a member, I gain crucial information from TEI’s timely analyses of proposed legislation and regulations and receive discounts on Thomson Reuters’ tax and accounting products. Additionally, TEI publishes a bi-monthly magazine, which features articles on tax policy, advocacy initiatives, and issues regarding administration and management. My extensive experience as a managing member and director of financial corporations grants me the opportunity to further my education and develop my career through professional involvement with AICPA and TEI.

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