History

WESSEL & COMPANY celebrates almost 50 years of service!


Charles E. Wessel1958

WESSEL & COMPANY proudly traces its beginnings to 1958, when the late Charles E. Wessel purchased the Johnstown office of a large regional accounting firm.

Mr. Wessel was a dedicated, community minded leader who was involved in numerous civic organizations in the Johnstown area.  He established principles of conscientiousness, dedication and pride that still prevail in the firm today. 

 

 

Robert J Eyer1982

In 1982 Mr. Wessel passed the baton and the responsibility for leadership of the firm to Robert J. Eyer.

 

 

 

 

1984

Barry R. Gilchrist became a Shareholder and provides leadership for the Tax Department.


1994

WESSEL & COMPANY made history with the first female shareholder of a CPA firm in the region. Karen A. Varga became a shareholder and leads the Audit Department.

2005

WESSEL & COMPANY joined CPA Association International, a national CPA firm association.

2006

The future of the firm was established with the addition of Stephanie A. Stohon and Thomas R. Seitz as Shareholders.

2008

Wessel & Company celebrates 50 Years of commitment to clients and community!