The Frederick County Chamber of Commerce is thankful for the support and sponsorship of DeLeon and Stang CPAs and Advisors as the title sponsor for the 2023 Captain’s Cup Golf Scramble. Brad Hoffman, Managing Partner at DeLeon & Stang and Outgoing Chamber Board Chair has been instrumental in the development of the golf scramble.
A conversation with Maggie Sideras, Human Resources Assistant
What does DeLeon & Stang do?
DeLeon & Stang is a dedicated professional services firm committed to ensuring the success of our clients. Our range of offerings includes business advisory services for various clients, such as Non-Profits, Government Contractors, and Small Businesses, in addition to providing traditional CPA, tax and audit services to business owners and individuals.
Tell us DeLeon & Stang’s business origin story.
Richard Stang and Allen DeLeon began their entrepreneurial journey in 1984, starting out at Al’s kitchen table in Gaithersburg. Their aspiration was to build a business where they could be authentic to themselves. They grew the firm for almost 30 years in Gaithersburg with a vision of expansion.
In 2012 they merged Brad Hoffman with the firm and established the Leesburg, VA location. Subsequently, in 2017, we established the Frederick office with the intention to create an employment hub for talent acquisition and company expansion in a growing and vibrant setting. We were looking for a nontraditional setting to appeal to the upcoming next generations. Fortunately, we were able to find the space in the cannery building that enabled us to provide that for our team.
In 2022, our main office relocated to the Frederick location, and in 2023, we expanded that office and enhanced our workspace even further. By the conclusion of 2023, our succession plan will reach its goal, with Brad Hoffman as the Managing Partner and head of the tax division. Along with Clint Lehman and Ryan Crabbs as the Audit Partners and our exceptional team of professionals who are leading the firm into the future.
What do you like most about being a business in Frederick?
Frederick serves as an excellent location for both talent attraction and expanding our presence. Our firm places a high value on fostering an enjoyable work environment, and Frederick provides abundant opportunities for such experiences.
We consider ourselves blessed to have established our office in Frederick. While many firms in Frederick have deep roots in the community, our arrival brought a fresh and innovative perspective to numerous businesses. Our approach is to be strategic and practical, fully grasping the codes and regulations but while communicating with our clients in plain language that resonates with them. We often say: “If you’re looking for Grandpa’s CPA firm, we are not it.”
What do you want DeLeon & Stang to be known for?
If you were to ask any member of the DeLeon and Stang team, they would undoubtedly say the importance of culture to us. Within our organization, we place a strong emphasis on cultivating a fun and collaborative atmosphere and guided by our core values. These values revolve around prioritizing our people, staying at the forefront of industry developments, adopting forward-thinking strategies, continually seeking improvement, and consistently delivering the “wow factor” to our clients. We take immense pride in our commitment to putting our people first, being proactive, and striving for continuous development, all while upholding the highest standards of service for both our clients and staff.
Share some of your community involvement efforts.
At DeLeon & Stang, we are committed to making a positive impact in our local community through various charitable initiatives. Each year, we actively engage in events such as:
- Frederick Health Honor Roll
- The Women Business Network of Frederick
- Women to Women Mentoring
- Making Strides Breast Cancer Walk
- Sailing Through the Winter Solstice
- Fire and Ice
- Stuff the Bus
- Toys for Tots
- Leadership Roles on Various boards, including the Chamber of Commerce
- United Way Day
- Local Youth Sports
- Local Youth Agriculture Programs
Our dedication to community involvement further extends to various golf events, which we sponsor in collaboration with some of our D&S clients, and several more. This ongoing commitment reflects our dedication to giving back to the community.
What does DeLeon & Stang do best?
Being able to effectively communicate with clients, addressing the issues that affect them in a manner that resonates with their understanding. Our primary goal is to empower clients with a clear comprehension of their situation, enabling them to make informed decisions that will ultimately benefit their long-term goals.
Have any exciting celebrations on the horizon?
We will be celebrating our Founding Partner Rich’s retirement this month, commemorating his remarkable 39 years of dedicated service to the community, always in a positive, fun, and down-to-earth manner. This event marks the successful completion of our strategic succession plan for Rich and Al. Additionally, in 2024, we will be kicking off the firm’s 40th anniversary celebration, so be sure to anticipate an unforgettable anniversary party in the near future!
Frederick Chamber Insights is a news outlet of the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce. For more information about membership, programs and initiatives, please visit our website.