Bronach Branan is a Partner with a unique perspective shaped by 30 years in accounting and consulting. Her career includes 20 years in public accounting in the U.S. and 10 years in private industry and consulting in London and Ireland, where she worked across telecommunications, media technology, and banking.
She also spent time at Big 4 firms in management consulting, specializing in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system implementations. This mix of global experience and technical depth positions her to deliver practical, results-driven operational excellence solutions within the firm’s Risk Advisory Services practice.
Bronach began her career in audit and assurance, working with clients in hospitality, construction, government contracting, not-for-profit, and employee benefit plans—including SEC filers. Her consulting experience sparked a lasting interest in operational improvement, which now drives her focus on helping organizations streamline processes and strengthen controls. She applies Lean Six Sigma methodologies to deliver practical, sustainable results and leads firm-wide initiatives focused on continuous improvement. Bronach also contributes to PBMares Operational Excellence AdvisoryWATCH, helps shape departmental training, and presents on risk advisory and audit topics.
Outside of work, Bronach is active in her local community. She chairs the LEAD Alumni Network (LAN), having completed the Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce’s “LEAD Peninsula” program in 2022. She serves on the advisory board and finance committee for Peninsula Catholic High School and is Treasurer and board member for Fear 2 Freedom, a Newport News based non-profit. This year, she also joined the Technology & Innovation Advisory Council of the VSCPA. In addition, Bronach is Treasurer of her neighborhood Homeowners Association and a member of Impact 100 Greater Peninsula.
A licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Virginia and Chartered Management Accountant (ACMA), Bronach holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Master of Science in Finance from Queens University Belfast, Northern Ireland. She attained her Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma in 2021 and also became a Certified Change Management Practitioner in 2025.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants, VSCPA
- VSCPA Tidewater Chapter
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants in the UK (CIMA)
- Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor of Science in Economics from Queens University Belfast in Northern Ireland
- Master of Science in Finance from Queens University Belfast in Northern Ireland
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (2021)
- Certified Change Management Practitioner (2025)
ARTICLES:
Webinar Recording: Managing Risk & Uncertainty
As we wrap up our OBBBA webinar series, we’ve provided insights on how this bill has changed tax laws and impacted various industries, including not-for-profit, construction and real estate, hospitality, and more. In this final session, we’ll tackle the big question: How can C-suite leaders successfully manage risk and uncertainty—no matter what the environment brings?
Navigating Compliance and Regulatory Risks for Nonprofits
Nonprofit organizations have unique missions and purposes, often dedicated to bettering society. However, even the best-intentioned organizations can face significant compliance and regulatory risks if they’re not proactive in managing their responsibilities. Explore three major areas of compliance risk and strategies to help nonprofits navigate them effectively.
Managing Programmatic Risk in Nonprofit Organizations: Key Considerations for Success
Nonprofits face specific risks that can impede their ability to succeed. Among these are programmatic risks—issues that arise when program outcomes are not met, service quality falls short, or demand for services changes unpredictably. Let’s dive into the essential programmatic risks nonprofits face and strategies to address them.
Understanding Operational Risk in Nonprofits: Key Challenges and How to Address Them
Learn about the unique set of operational risks that nonprofit organizations face and how they can significantly impact their ability to serve their communities and achieve their mission.
3 Questions to Ask About Your Core Processes
When inefficiencies are holding your company back, it’s time for process optimization. In this article, discover three simple questions that can help uncover process optimization opportunities, like cost reduction, employee engagement, and more.
Business Process Optimization Strategies to Foster Agility, Efficiency, and Innovation
From eliminating inefficiencies to maximizing customer satisfaction, process optimization drives operational excellence amid evolving market demands. In this article, discover how to minimize waste, enhance value streams, and foster continuous improvement within your organization.
How Effective Leaders Get Teams on Board with Change Initiatives
Employee insights about systemic problems and purpose-driven solutions are highly valuable to the change management process. In this article, discover how to involve employees in the transformation process in order to gain buy-in and leverage powerful insights that foster continuous improvement within your organization.
5 Target-State Questions for Construction Organizations Developing a Process Optimization Plan
Discover 5 questions that organizations can use to focus the journey of optimizing critical processes to drive growth, minimize costs, and enhance employee and customer satisfaction.
Avoid the 7 Common Pitfalls of Process Optimization Projects
Process optimization can be a game-changer for your business by boosting efficiency, reducing costs, and improving overall performance. However, beginning without a clear plan can lead to unexpected roadblocks and disappointing results.
Lean Thinking: Minimizing Waste and Maximizing Value Streams
From eliminating inefficiencies to maximizing customer satisfaction, Lean Thinking drives operational excellence amid evolving market demands. In this article, discover how to minimize waste, enhance value streams, and foster continuous improvement within your organization.
3 Best Practices for Overcoming Operational Resistance to Change
Operational resistance to change can derail a change initiative before it even begins. In this article, discover how to overcome operational resistance to change and foster continuous improvement within your organization.
Which Business Challenges Can Process Optimization Solve?
When inefficiencies are holding your company back, it’s time for process optimization. In this article, discover the five most common business challenges that can be managed through process optimization, like cost reduction, employee engagement, and more.