Meet the Staff
James Alund Jr., CPA
Kenneth G. Monroe, CPA
Kenneth G. Monroe, CPA
One could say Jim was born to run this company; under the tutelage of his father, Jim Sr., he pursued accounting through college and began work with Walquist & Renodin upon graduating. Honing his skills and developing strong relationships with clients over the past two decades Jim has helped sustain and grow the exceptional service clients come to expect when working with W&R.
Kenneth G. Monroe, CPA
Kenneth G. Monroe, CPA
Kenneth G. Monroe, CPA
Ken began his professional career as a staff accountant at Walquist & Renodin in 1986. After mastering his craft, Ken undertook CFO and COO roles at a local wholesale distributor, where he oversaw the growth and success of the business. Ken returned to W&R in early 2019 as a Managing Partner, bringing with him decades of management experience and financial acuity.
John M. Alund
Kenneth G. Monroe, CPA
Maria Murrisky
John studied accounting throughout college, but his passions lie elsewhere these days. While his band's days of opening at the Times Union Center for 'Poison' may be behind him; John helps out the firm as a seasonal employee, though his primary focus is as the owner/broker of Lincoln House Realty. Lincoln House Realty operates within th
John studied accounting throughout college, but his passions lie elsewhere these days. While his band's days of opening at the Times Union Center for 'Poison' may be behind him; John helps out the firm as a seasonal employee, though his primary focus is as the owner/broker of Lincoln House Realty. Lincoln House Realty operates within the Walquist & Renodin offices, making the firm a one-stop-shop for both accounting and realty services!
Maria Murrisky
Dr. Spuds Mackenzie
Maria Murrisky
After spending many years at the New York State Department of Tax and Finance, Maria is quickly ascending the ranks at Walquist & Renodin. Her kind demeanor and 'can-do' attitude are a breath of fresh air. Maria is a consummate professional and proud mother of our company mascot, Dr. Spuds Mackenzie.
Joseph L. Zapp
Dr. Spuds Mackenzie
Dr. Spuds Mackenzie
Joe was the longest tenured member of Walquist & Renodin serving across 5 decades until his retirement in 2020. Joe built and maintained countless relationships with clients all across the Capital Region, some of whom would routinely call just to check in and say hi! A master of tax regulation and an avid amateur photographer, Joe wore ma
Joe was the longest tenured member of Walquist & Renodin serving across 5 decades until his retirement in 2020. Joe built and maintained countless relationships with clients all across the Capital Region, some of whom would routinely call just to check in and say hi! A master of tax regulation and an avid amateur photographer, Joe wore many hats during his stint at W&R. He will be sorely missed, though he does occasionally stop by the office to make sure the rest of us aren't letting the building burn down!
Dr. Spuds Mackenzie
Dr. Spuds Mackenzie
Dr. Spuds Mackenzie
Dr. Spuds Mackenzie graduated from Barkley University with a Master's Degree in Good Behavior. He graduated with the highest distinction of Summa Cum Rowdy. Loves treats, belly rubs and policing the squirrels on the property.
Dr. Lyle F. Renodin
Dr. Lyle F. Renodin
Dr. Lyle F. Renodin
Dr. Renodin received his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Siena College in 1951. After serving a two-year term in the United States Army during the Korean War, he worked in public accounting while continuing graduate education. He received a master’s degree in Business Administration in 1956 from Siena College and became
Dr. Renodin received his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Siena College in 1951. After serving a two-year term in the United States Army during the Korean War, he worked in public accounting while continuing graduate education. He received a master’s degree in Business Administration in 1956 from Siena College and became a certified public accountant in 1957. In 1970 he was awarded a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Economics from New York University. Dr. Renodin served as a partner in the accounting firm of Walquist, Renodin & Miller from 1954 until 1987.
Eleanor Walquist
Dr. Lyle F. Renodin
Dr. Lyle F. Renodin
Eleanor joined the firm in 1922, at the time known as The New York Audit Company. In 1931 Eleanor earned her CPA and was recognized as the first woman CPA in the Capital District as well as one of the first women CPAs in the State of New York. She went on to hold officer roles in the American Women's Society of Public Accountants. in 1942
Eleanor joined the firm in 1922, at the time known as The New York Audit Company. In 1931 Eleanor earned her CPA and was recognized as the first woman CPA in the Capital District as well as one of the first women CPAs in the State of New York. She went on to hold officer roles in the American Women's Society of Public Accountants. in 1942 Eleanor became president and managing partner of the firm. She continued her education, obtaining degrees from both Siena College and Albany Law School, until her retirement in 1965.
Jim Alund Sr.
Dr. Lyle F. Renodin
Jim Alund Sr.
Jim joined Walquist & Renodin in 1977 and through hard work and dedication earned the position of Managing Partner in 2010. Jim exemplified the expression "work-hard, play-hard": you could almost always count on him working beyond business hours, though it was a sure thing that he'd hand you a bud-light and some bbq after being invited
Jim joined Walquist & Renodin in 1977 and through hard work and dedication earned the position of Managing Partner in 2010. Jim exemplified the expression "work-hard, play-hard": you could almost always count on him working beyond business hours, though it was a sure thing that he'd hand you a bud-light and some bbq after being invited to his lake house retreat. Jim unfortunately passed in January 2019. Though, his presence can still be felt within the office, there is simply no replacing the larger-than-life community fixture he personified.