CYNTHIA SCHOELEN
Partner
BPM
Cindy Schoelen, partner at BPM LLP, is a transformative leader whose decades-long career has significantly shaped the accounting profession in Southern California. With more than 30 years of experience, her path from IRS agent to entrepreneurial firm founder to BPM partner reflects a rare combination of technical expertise, business acumen, and people-centered leadership. She is widely recognized for her ability to build lasting client relationships, develop high-performing teams, and guide organizations through periods of meaningful change.
Schoelen’s leadership has been particularly impactful during times of transition. She played a critical role in guiding her team through its 2023 combination with BPM, leading due diligence efforts and helping determine the strategic fit for the future.

