SFBW’s Up & Comer Awards honors young professionals who have achieved excellence in their careers, shown a commitment to their community and demonstrated leadership. To learn more about this year’s event, taking place Oct. 14, click here.
Brian Torres is a Partner in the Assurance & Advisory Department for Appelrouth, Farah & Co., P.A. where he manages audit engagements and assurance services for the firm. Brian is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Florida. He is a Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP) and is amongst a select group of just 1,100 active CCIFPs nationwide. Brian is also a Certified Fraud Examiner, which gives him the unique skill set to aid in the prevention and detection of fraud in construction and real estate environments. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Construction Financial Management Association and The Institute of Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals. Brian earned his Bachelor’s degree in accounting from Florida State University (FSU) in 2004.
Favorite quote: If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else. — Booker T. Washington