Samuel David Leidesdorf, (1881-1968) internationally known accountant, recently inducted into the CPA Hall of Fame. Leidesdorf, an internally known accountant, was born on September 25, 1881 in New York City. He attended the New York School of Accounting and Pace College. In 1905, he began his own accounting firm, S.D. Leidesdorf & Co., certified public accountants, which grew and eventually became one of the largest accounting firms in the nation. Wikipedia
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At age 23, Leidesdorf was the accountant for Montefiore Hospital and became a member of the board of trustees. At the time, the hospital was badly in need of funds and Mr. Leidesdorf helped raise the necessary capital. He was renowned for his ability to www.nysscpa.org/society/PR/5-18-05releaseb.htm
