Chief Executive Officer and Managing Partner – Weaver
Name: John J. Mackel, CPA
Company: Weaver, a top 35 accounting firm
Location: Houston, Texas
Contact Information:
- Phone: 713-297-6906
- Email: john.mackel@weaver.com
- LinkedIn: [John Mackel on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmackelpartneindustryweaver)
Professional Background
John J. Mackel has over 25 years of experience in public accounting. He currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Partner at Weaver. John began his career with a Big Four firm and has since dedicated his practice to providing high-quality audit, attestation, and advisory services, focusing primarily on the oil and gas, renewable energy, and investment management sectors.
Leadership and Roles
- CEO and Managing Partner: As CEO, John is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of Weaver. He has been instrumental in transforming the firm’s go-to-market approach and growth strategy across its core industries.
- Industry Practice Groups: Prior to his current role, John led Weaver’s industry practice groups for five years. During this time, he drove strategic initiatives and growth within the firm.
- Executive Committee: A member of Weaver's executive committee since June 2009.
- Partner-in-Charge: Previously served as the partner-in-charge of Weaver’s oil and gas practice.
Recent Achievements and Initiatives
- Expansion Efforts:
- New York and Houston Offices: Under John's leadership, Weaver has expanded significantly. Most notably, Weaver recently unveiled new headquarters in Houston’s Uptown/Galleria area and moved to The Woodlands' Hughes Landing.
- Louisiana Transaction: Weaver’s acquisition of the Louisiana-based accounting firm, PRM CPAs, was overseen by John, emphasizing continued regional growth.
- Transaction with Buchbinder: Spearheaded a strategic move to expand in the New York market by merging with Buchbinder, aiming to become one of the largest accounting and advisory practices in the Northeast.
- Focus on Hiring: John has emphasized Weaver’s aggressive hiring plans across all service lines and office locations, particularly highlighting the firm's strategies to accommodate growth in the second half of the fiscal year.
Professional Interests
John is deeply engaged in several industry associations, keeping him abreast of regulatory changes and industry trends. This involvement supports his initiatives as Weaver’s CEO, ensuring the firm adapts effectively to market developments.
Educational Background
- Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting: Sam Houston State University
Insights on Leadership
John Mackel has been featured in numerous publications and discussions, sharing insights on leadership, particularly during turbulent times:
- Bitbean’s CEOs Speak and Authority Magazine: Discussed ways to be a highly effective leader.
- TheStreet Interviews: Provided detailed views on growth plans and leadership strategies.
- Podcast and Webinar Appearances: Highlighted leadership challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of resilient leadership.
Recognition and Impact
John Mackel has been recognized for his leadership and effectiveness:
- CEO Approval: John holds a CEO approval rating of 89/100 based on internal feedback, placing him in the top 5% of CEOs in similarly sized companies.
- Influential Leader: Featured in Fort Worth Inc.’s list of the top 400 most influential people.
Publications and Media
- Houston Business Journal & The New York Business Journal: Regularly features John's commentary on Weaver’s strategic initiatives and growth.
- Authority Magazine: Published an interview with John discussing leadership principles.
John's dedication to his role and the continuous development of Weaver under his guidance signifies a coherent strategy of growth, excellence in service, and strong leadership.
