Experience
Dannell is a managing director in Citrin Cooperman’s Private Client Services Practice with over two decades of experience providing high-level tax strategy and advisory services.
Dannell specializes in complex tax engagements for high-net-worth individuals, private equity firms, and closely held businesses. He delivers sophisticated planning solutions focused on entity structuring, tax minimization, and long-term wealth preservation. In addition to client advisory, Dannell brings deep technical expertise in IRS and state audit representation, multi-jurisdictional compliance, and team leadership.
Previously, Dannell was a partner at a large U.S. professional services firm before joining Citrin Cooperman.
CREDENTIALS
Education
M.S. in Taxation, with distinction, Long Island University
B.S. in Accounting, Utica College of Syracuse University
Licenses
Certified Public Accountant in the State of New York and Connecticut
Affiliations
Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Member, NYS Society of CPAs (NYSSCPA)
Member, Connecticut Society of CPAs (CTCPA)
Treasurer, Westport Museum for History and Culture
Honors & Awards
Appointed Member, Connecticut State Board of Accountancy (2014)
WORK-LIFE BALANCE
Outside the Office
Dannell has served as a board member and officer for multiple not-for-profit organizations.
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