Patricia Cummings is the Assistant Managing Partner of the New York Office of Grant Thornton LLP. Grant Thornton is the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International, one of the six global accounting, tax and business advisory organizations. Through member firms in more than 113 countries, the partners and employees of Grant Thornton member firms provide personalized attention and the highest quality service to public and private clients around the globe. Patricia has responsibility for directing all Grant Thornton-in-the-Marketplace activities in Metro New York including Brand Awareness through thought leadership and community involvement; developing emerging industries strategy; building a sales culture through various initiatives; and for overseeing operations and facilities. Patricia is also the Partner-in-Charge of the Northeast Region Construction, Real Estate and Hospitality Practice. Patricia has more than 20 years of public and private accounting and auditing experience. Patricia has extensive experience serving public, multinational companies. In addition, Patricia has experience in the area of bankruptcy accounting and reporting.