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Adrianna Touma is a strategic connector committed to fueling business growth through purposeful collaboration and solutions. With a strong background in marketing, consulting, event planning, client engagement, fundraising, recruiting, and business development, Adrianna is recognized for her creative drive and her ability to forge meaningful relationships with professionals across a wide spectrum of industries.
In her role at BDO, Adrianna specializes in connecting clients to the firm’s comprehensive suite of services and the professionals best suited to address their unique needs. Leveraging her deep understanding of BDO’s capabilities and her internal network, she ensures clients are paired with advisors who bring the right industry knowledge and experience to the table. Adrianna supports organizations of all types including privately held, family-owned, PE-backed, and publicly traded companies. She guides clients through BDO’s resources to help them achieve their business goals, no matter their industry or stage of growth. Adrianna is passionate about creating seamless, impactful experiences for every client, and is dedicated to making each interaction positive and productive.

Before joining BDO, Adrianna spent two years as a dedicated recruiter specializing in the Information Technology sector. In this role, she worked closely with candidates to help them put their best foot forward, offering expert guidance on resume enhancement, optimizing LinkedIn profiles, and preparing for interviews. 

Amy Whipple is a dynamic and results-driven executive serving as BDO’s Growth & Strategy Leader for the Midwest Market. Renowned for her passion for empowering people and organizations, Amy excels at uniting teams to tackle complex challenges and deliver transformative value. As a natural connector, she strategically matches clients with BDO’s professionals, ensuring customized solutions and optimal outcomes for businesses of all types and ownership structures.
Amy partners closely with BDO’s leadership and colleagues across the firm, as well as the Growth & Strategy teams in Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and West Michigan. She spearheads growth initiatives, drives strategic planning, and leads cross-functional collaboration to expand client relationships and unlock new opportunities. Amy also elevates BDO’s market presence through innovative events and impactful engagement with professional organizations.

A dedicated philanthropist and community leader, Amy has raised over $1 million through 100 Women Who Care Greater Rochester Area and more than $500,000 via 100 Businesses Who Care. She has also played a pivotal role in raising millions for ALS research. Her unwavering commitment to giving back is woven into every aspect of her life, inspiring others to make a meaningful difference in their communities.

Amy is widely respected for her integrity, reliability, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Her proactive mindset and passion for collaboration drive her to create lasting value for clients and foster a culture of success within BDO. Since joining BDO in 2019, Amy has been a trusted advisor to clients, strategic partners, and colleagues—always striving to be the first call for business challenges or opportunities. She is inspired by BDO’s purpose of “helping people thrive, every day.”