Certified public accountants Amy Strachan, Melanie Barthel and Alex Murray have been named partners at Johnson Lambert, a niche-focused CPA and consulting firm headquartered in Virginia.

Strachan, a graduate of Saint Michael’s College, joined Johnson Lambert in 2007. She serves as an engagement resources practice lead, including development, oversight and recruitment to implement efficiency and process improvement measures.

Kevin J Manahan of St Albans, a recently retired partner at the accounting firm AM Peisch & Company, has been appointed to the board of directors at Peoples Trust Company.

“We are excited to have an individual with Kevin’s financial expertise and experience join our board of directors,“ said board chair Frank Cioffi. “He will certainly add value to our board, and his commitment to our community speaks for itself.“