Melissa Ferrucci, a CPA, has over 20 years of experience in public accounting, servicing clients in the real estate and government sectors.
In April 2022, her client service and leadership capabilities were recognized through her elevation to office managing partner of CohnReznick’s Connecticut offices. Ferrucci currently manages a team of approximately 200 employees in the Hartford and Stamford offices.
In addition to leading the firm’s offices in Connecticut, she continues to serve clients in commercial real estate and affordable housing, and provides auditing services and guidance on critical industry issues to a range of stakeholders.
What have been your biggest professional accomplishments so far?
My most significant professional accomplishments include leading CohnReznick’s two incredible Connecticut offices as part of a billion-dollar firm that continues to grow exponentially. I’ve also held leadership roles as president of the Real Estate Finance Association (2025) and CREW CT (2020), working with amazing professionals in an industry I’m passionate about.
What’s the next big goal you want to accomplish professionally?
My next big goals are to double the size of our Connecticut practice revenues and provide our team with continuous opportunities for development and growth. In addition, I continuously look for new challenges within and outside the firm to invest in myself and continue learning.
What’s one of the biggest professional challenges you’ve overcome?
There isn’t one specific challenge that I can pinpoint in my career. There are daily challenges and situations to overcome, and those challenges drive me forward. I enjoy the victory of conquering the daily obstacles and learning from every experience, positive or negative, that I encounter.
How are you involved in the community?
In addition to various board positions, I serve on the planning committee for the Building Foundations Commercial Real Estate Breakfast, which is in partnership with the United Way. In 2023, I joined United Way’s Women of Tocqueville membership. I am also on the CohnReznick Foundation’s board of directors.
What are your keys to maintaining business success?
My keys to business success include a commitment to world-class client service for all our clients, fostering a culture of hard work, accountability and dedication to our team members, continuously seeking opportunities outside of my comfort zone, and bringing passion and positivity to everything I do.