Originally from Watertown, NY, Laurie graduated from Nazareth College with a B.S. in Accounting. She received her CPA designation in 1990 and has been in public practice over 30 years, and resides in Watertown with her family. Laurie is the leading expert in the area of NYS Central School District and BOCES audits, having specialized in this area for over 30 years. She is the Engagement Partner on 14 school district audits, and Consulting Partner on an additional seven.

Laurie is the leader of the Bowers & Company Governmental Practice Group. For a Bowers school district client, this unparalleled expertise translates into an extraordinary level of confidence and service they will not find elsewhere. The Bowers & Company Governmental Practice Group is composed of more than 10 staff members, with a combined total of more than 105 years of experience.

Professional Affiliations & Community Involvement

• Member – American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
• Member – New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYSSCPA)
• Member – New York State Association of School Board Officials (NYSASBO)
• Chairwoman, Greater Watertown North Country Chamber of Commerce
• Past Treasurer, New Day Children’s Center Inc.