2008-07-07 23:40:12 -

www.pkftexas.com - Pannell Kerr Forster of Texas, P.C. (PKF Texas) is pleased to announce Raissa Evans, Senior Manager - Practice Growth, has been elected to the national board for the Association for Accounting Marketing (AAM).

"I am proud to join this talented group of individuals and am excited to be given the opportunity to contribute

to the strategic vision of AAM," said Evans.

As co-founder of the AAM Houston Chapter, Evans has worked diligently to promote the organization in the Houston marketplace. Supporting AAM at the national level, she has served as a Chapter Development Committee member and now as the second national Board member from PKF Texas, continuing the tradition set by Karen Love, Director, Practice Growth.

"The talents and skills Raissa has shown as a member of the award-winning PKF Texas team for the last five and a half years will no doubt be on display as she gives back to our industry by serving on the board," said Love.

Evans will serve a two-year term alongside 13 others who were elected by the general membership of AAM.

About the Association for Accounting Marketing

The Association for Accounting Marketing is the only association in the country formed specifically to address the growing marketing needs of public accounting firms. The members are comprised of marketing professionals, CPAs and consultants, vendors, educators and students who seek to expand the business of public accounting. Since 1989, AAM has provided members with the information, resources and market intelligence needed to excel and grow in their careers.

About PKF Texas

Located in Houston's Galleria area at 5847 San Felipe, PKF Texas is a CPA firm that focuses on solutions for every stage of your business. With leaders who are forward-thinking entrepreneurs and business advisors with Big 4 backgrounds, PKF Texas serves emerging and middle market companies across many industries. Service areas include profit enhancement, internal audit, international/domestic tax, accounting, auditing, litigation services, business systems consulting and IT. PKF Texas is a member of PKF International and The Leading Edge Alliance. To learn more about PKF Texas, visit their website at www.pkftexas.com.

PKF Texas
Karen Love, 713-860-1459 or 713-598-8264
klove@pkftexas.com
or
Raissa Evans, 713-860-1464
revans@pkftexas.com