James M. Larson

“The 2010 audit was a pleasant experience for us. I was impressed with the work of Partner Jim Larson and Supervisor Sara Kennedy. They are bright, talented and extremely professional people who have done a tremendous job helping the Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund streamline its internal controls. They also advised us on the industry’s best practices. Thanks for the great service that your company has provided APIASF. I am happy our Board made the choice to hire your firm to service our organization."

Elena Anderson
Director of Finance and Operations
Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund

The Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund, formed in 2003, is the nation's largest 501c(3) non-profit organization that provides scholarships to Asian and Pacific Islander Americans (APIAs) with financial need.

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“AUVSI has had a relationship with the firm of Gelman, Rosenberg and Freedman, and specifically Jim Larson, for eight years. GRF was selected to perform auditing services after reviewing proposals from several other accounting firms. We have never regretted that decision. Jim's technical expertise, responsiveness and sound judgment have proven invaluable to AUVSI staff, the Board of Trustees and the entire Association. He has guided our organization through periods of phenomenal growth with outstanding advice and a consistently high level of service.”

Daryl Davidson
Executive Director
Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI)

The Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International, founded in 1972, is the world’s largest nonprofit organization devoted exclusively to advancing the unmanned industry. AUVSI, with members from government organizations, industry and academia, is committed to fostering, developing, and promoting unmanned systems and related technologies.

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“We have used Gelman, Rosenberg & Freedman for almost ten years and have been very satisfied with their services. As an international NGO working in developing countries, we have very specific issues with the management of our field offices. GRF has extensive experience in this area and their advice and assistance has been extremely valuable to us. Michael Freedman and James Larson are very proactive in keeping us informed about legislation and other issues that are pertinent to our organization.”

Glenda Cognevich
Director of Finance
Search for Common Ground

Search for Common Ground’s mission is to change the way the world deals with conflict. With an annual budget of $13 million, Search has headquarters in Washington, DC and Brussels in addition to 14 field offices around the world.

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“This was my first time working with auditors and I was bracing for a tough audit and tax experience, but Jim Larson and his engagement team of Bob Maleta and Hang Hoang were very patient, kind and accommodating in breaking down their complex questions into layperson’s terms I could understand.  The collaborative team effort was relaxed and fun and it felt like we were family after the week ended.  I was impressed with their detailed work and diligence and appreciated the fact that they were always there when I needed them.  I look forward to working with this client-oriented GRF team next year.”

Carol Binstock
Co-Director/Business Manager
The Quixote Center

The Quixote Center is a multi-issue social justice center, rooted in a spirituality of justice, dedicated to impossible dreams and systemic change, working with people who have few resources to challenge and transform unjust structures to make our world, nation and churches more just, peaceful and equitable.