Aprio’s Nicole Mitchell Honored at Rho and Fintech is Femme’s Inaugural “Celebration of Women in Accounting”

Strategic Partnership Between Aprio and Rho Spotlights the Future of Finance

NEW YORK, NY – August 20, 2025 — Aprio, the 24th largest business advisory and accounting firm in the U.S., proudly announces that Nicole Mitchell, CPA, CGMA, MBA, partner and leader of Aprio’s Client Accounting Services Practice, has been named one of the inaugural honorees in the first-ever series of receptions and live podcast recordings celebrating Women in Accounting, hosted by Rho and Fintech is Femme. Nicole will be honored tonight at the New York City reception, which convenes leaders across finance, accounting, and fintech to celebrate the trailblazing women reshaping the profession. 

Nicole Mitchell is recognized for her transformative leadership in delivering scalable financial solutions to high-growth companies. With over 25 years of experience advising C-suite executives, she has played a pivotal role in shaping Aprio’s Client Accounting Services Practice into a trusted partner for outsourced finance, change management, and digital transformation. Her work has empowered startups and global enterprises alike to build smarter, more agile financial foundations. 

This landmark event is part of a broader program launched by Rho, an all-in-one business banking and spend management platform, in collaboration with Fintech is Femme, a community and media brand dedicated to elevating women in fintech. Together, they are spotlighting the women driving meaningful change across accounting and finance. 

Aprio’s strategic partnership with Rho reflects a shared vision: to empower businesses with integrated financial tools, real-time visibility, and advisory services that fuel growth. By combining Aprio’s deep accounting experience with Rho’s cutting-edge platform, the partnership delivers seamless solutions that simplify cash management, automate workflows, and unlock smarter decision-making for clients nationwide. 

“We’re deeply grateful to Rho and Fintech is Femme for creating a platform that honors the women shaping the future of accounting,” said Richard Kopelman, CEO of Aprio. “Nicole exemplifies the kind of leadership that drives impact for our clients and firm. Her recognition is a proud moment for Aprio and a powerful reflection of the values we share with our alliance partners.” 

To learn more about Aprio’s Client Accounting Services Practice and its integrated financial solutions, visit aprio.com. 

About Fintech is Femme  

​​Fintech is Femme is a bold media and community platform dedicated to celebrating and amplifying the voices of women shaping the future of finance. Through storytelling, events, and thought leadership, Fintech is Femme showcases powerful female leaders driving innovation in fintech and beyond. From C-suite executives to rising stars, the platform brings visibility to those breaking barriers and building inclusive financial ecosystems. Discover the stories changing the face of finance at www.fintechisfemme.co.  

​About Rho  

​Rho is the banking platform with everything businesses need to manage cash, control spending, and automate finance busywork. Rho offers corporate cards, banking, treasury, expense management, free bill pay, accounting automation, and more in one integrated platform backed by award-winning concierge service. For more information about Rho and our Accountant Partner Program visit Rho.co/accountants.  
  
​​​​​​​​​Rho is a fintech company, not a bank. Checking and card services provided by Webster Bank, N.A., member FDIC; savings account services provided by American Deposit Management, LLC, and its partner banks.  

About Aprio      

Aprio is the brand name under which Aprio, LLP, and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, deliver professional services. Since 1952, clients throughout the U.S. and across more than 50 countries have trusted Aprio for guidance on how to achieve what’s next. As a premier business advisory and accounting firm, Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, delivers advisory, tax, managed, and private client services to build value, drive growth, manage risk, and protect wealth, and Aprio, LLP, provides audit and attest services. With proven experience and genuine care, Aprio serves individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses, from promising startups to market leaders alike. Aprio has grown to 2,300+ team members providing solutions to clients in industries including Manufacturing and Distribution, Non-Profit and Education, Professional Services, Real Estate, Construction, Restaurant, Franchise & Hospitality, Government Contracting, and Technology. Aprio.com      

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