Knowledge and Insights

Offering resources and insights that help clients and communities

One of the ways Mercadien accelerates client and community success is by continually enhancing and sharing knowledge.  By offering our expertise and thought leadership on key business and industry trends and issues, we’re a better resource to you. It benefits everyone to keep minds sharp and fingers on the pulse of what’s critical in today’s dynamic environment.

We’re pleased to provide articles, news, and information to help you stay up-to-date on topics affecting your organization; learn about best practices and processes in relevant fields; and simplify the business and financial complexities you may face.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Mercadien is a Proud Sponsor of the Center for Nonprofits Conference! Be Sure to Stop by Our Booth!

December 3, 2025  |  The Palace at Somerset
333 Davidson Avenue, Somerset, NJ 08873

Nonprofits Should Assess Cyber Security Risks and Preparedness

November 10, 2015 | By: Sherise D. RitterTechnological security is the first hot topic in our new series, introduced last issue, on the major trends affecting the nonprofit sector. Not only is the topic increasingly important to nearly…Read More

Migration to EMV Chip Card Technology and Your Nonprofit

November 10, 2015 | By: Kyle A. NeeldIf your nonprofit organization receives reimbursement for services through credit card payments, you need to understand how these changes will impact you. U.S. credit card companies are making the transition…Read More

Kyle Neeld featured in NJ Business Magazine – Trending Now in the Nonprofit Sector

November 2, 2015It’s difficult to recall another time period in recent history when nonprofit organizations faced such a preponderance of financial and operational challenges and near-daily additions to their already-lengthy compliance todo…Read More

Accounting Department of Drexel University Recognizes Frank Pina

November 1, 2015Thanks to your outstanding collaboration we finished a very successful year in the areas of teaching, student engagement, faculty development, and research. Our first full year in Gerri C. LeBow…Read More

Assessing Your Cyber Security Risks and Preparedness

October 15, 2015 | By: Salvatore ZerilliTechnological security is not only increasingly important today, but also undergoing a directional shift due to the prevalence and ingenuity of cyber-hackings. The true statistics about these are more alarming…Read More

Empty Nest? It’s Time for a Financial Update!

October 14, 2015 | By: Nakia SmithIt is inevitable that your kids will grow up and someday move out of your house.  Life will no longer revolve around their schedules.  This can be a difficult emotional…Read More

Develop A Strong Business Succession Plan

October 6, 2015 | By: Lee D. BossMost business owners want to see their business continue to prosper, even after they have passed the mantle of leadership on to their successors. Unfortunately, many owners do not realize…Read More

Focus On Costs Of Identity Theft-Related Tax Refund Fraud

October 6, 2015 | By: Richard S. WillingerNational Taxpayer Advocate Nina E. Olson recently released her statutorily mandated mid-year report to Congress that identifies the priority issues the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) will address during the upcoming…Read More

Mercadien Names New Managing Director, Announces Promotions

September 29, 2015Princeton, NJ – Conrad L. Druker, CPA, CGMA, and managing director of The Mercadien Group, is pleased to announce that Samuel J. Kenworthy, CPA, MST, CGMA, has been promoted from director…Read More

Forbes – Ken Kamen Remembers Financial Wisdom of Yogi Berra

September 24, 2015The great Yogi Berra was probably one of the most quoted individuals of our time. His blend of wit and common sense turned out to be applicable to so many…Read More