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Lindsay Gaal
PHR and MHRM, COO/Chief Human Resources Officer
Lindsay Gaal, Chief Operating Officer/Chief Human Resources Officer at Friedman LLP, has more than 10 years of experience providing comprehensive HR services. In addition to her work in public accounting, she has provided HR Consulting to professional services and consumer products companies to meet their HR needs.
Expertise
As the strategic leader of the firm’s Human Resources Department, Lindsay helps management make decisions involving strategic HR, resource management, compensation and benefits. She also leads her team in the formulation of HR policies and procedures, ensuring that the firm is in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Recruitment and continuing professional education are other areas where Lindsay plays an advisory role.
As an industry thought leader, Lindsay's endorsement is featured in a top-rated book by published author Jack E. Appleman, "10 Steps to Successful Business Writing, 2nd Edition."
Affiliations
- SHRM, member
- DFK, HR chair
- WDN
Insights & Events
- October 20, 2021 Friedman Introduces $0 Premium Health Coverage Election
Friedman is proud to announce that, during this year’s open enrollment period, employees will have the option of electing into...
Read more - September 20, 2021 Expanding Our Holiday Schedule: Acknowledging and Honoring our Community
In conjunction with Friedman’s expanded diversity program, we are adding the following days to our paid holiday schedule: Veterans Day...
Read more - September 2, 2021 Customizing Your Approach to Look at Each Employee's Needs
With the new normal of hybrid work environments, a one-size-fits-all approach to employment doesn't cut it anymore — yielding to...
Read more - September 1, 2021 Friedman Named One of Crain's 2021 "Best Places to Work in New York City"
We are thrilled to once again be named among the esteemed list of Crain's "Best Places to Work in New York...
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- October 20, 2021 Friedman Introduces $0 Premium Health Coverage Election
Friedman is proud to announce that, during this year’s open enrollment period, employees will have the option of electing into...
Read more - September 20, 2021 Expanding Our Holiday Schedule: Acknowledging and Honoring our Community
In conjunction with Friedman’s expanded diversity program, we are adding the following days to our paid holiday schedule: Veterans Day...
Read more - September 2, 2021 Customizing Your Approach to Look at Each Employee's Needs
With the new normal of hybrid work environments, a one-size-fits-all approach to employment doesn't cut it anymore — yielding to...
Read more - September 1, 2021 Friedman Named One of Crain's 2021 "Best Places to Work in New York City"
We are thrilled to once again be named among the esteemed list of Crain's "Best Places to Work in New York...
Read more - August 17, 2021 How to upgrade your well-being tactics during the hybrid return-to-office phase
Throughout the pandemic, employees have worked in overdrive to maintain quality while balancing new professional and personal challenges. Fortunately, many employers...
Read more - June 30, 2021 Friedman Listed Among NJBIZ 2021 "Best Places to Work"
We are proud to share that Friedman was once again listed among New Jersey's Best Places to Work in 2021...
Read more - June 9, 2021 How Friedman LLP is Meeting the Challenges of a Newly Remote Workforce Head-on
The global pandemic opened the floodgates to unprecedented professional challenges. Fortunately, Friedman was able to build on key aspects of...
Read more - May 14, 2021 Friedman's Lindsay Gaal in Thomson Reuters
As pandemic restrictions begin lifting in the U.S. and in other parts of the world, tax and accounting firms are...
Read more - February 5, 2021 Lindsay Gaal Quoted in Journal of Accountancy/AICPA
Gearing up for your next job interview? Try answering Lindsay Gaal’s five tough questions as included in the Journal of...
Read more - November 9, 2020 Friedman’s Unique Approach to Keeping Employees Supported and Connected
In response to the unique emotional challenges our employees may be facing due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic,...
Read more - October 2, 2020 Friedman LLP Launches Additional Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
New York, NY 10/2/2020 - Friedman LLP, a top-40 accounting and advisory firm, today announced several new programs as part...
Read more - September 2, 2020 SJBIZ "On the Move:" Lindsay Gaal and Pat Dugan
South Jersey Biz announces two Friedman promotions: Lindsay Gaal has taken on the position of Chief Operating Officer in addition to her...
Read more - August 31, 2020 Supporting Employees through the Pandemic: Friedman LLP Includes Sylvan Learning to Benefits Package
In anticipation of the challenges our employees may face while educating their children during the pandemic, we’re excited to announce...
Read more - August 17, 2020 Inside Public Accounting Announces Lindsay Gaal as Friedman’s New COO
Inside Public Accounting recently shared Friedman’s exciting news that Lindsay Gaal has taken on the position of Chief Operating Officer in addition...
Read more - June 18, 2020 Prepping for the toughest interview questions
Lindsay Gaal, Friedman’s Chief Human Resources Officer, recently spoke with Journal of Accountancy on how to answer some of the toughest...
Read more - March 30, 2020 Crain's Names Lindsay Gaal A Notable Woman In Talent Resources
On March 30, Crain’s New York Business published its “2020 Notable Women In Talent Resources” and named Lindsay Gaal, Friedman’s Chief...
Read more - March 3, 2020 Lindsay Gaal Shares HR Insights with Thomson Reuters
Friedman's Lindsay Gaal, PHR and MHRM, Chief Human Resources Officer shared some valuable insights with Natalie Runyon, Director, Enterprise Content at Thomson Reuters on...
Read more - February 21, 2020 Friedman Launches Donation Matching Program
On Feb. 10, Friedman announced a new plan to match the charitable donations made by employees using funds raised internally...
Read more - February 5, 2020 Friedman Featured in Exclusive Thomson Reuters Article Covering Ways That Firm Culture Maximizes Talent ROI
Creating a firm culture with leadership commitment, technology investment and employee behaviors is critical for maximizing your firm's ROI on...
Read more - May 3, 2018 Lindsay Gaal, Friedman’s director of HR Shares Insights on Emergency Readiness in TechTarget Feature
When disaster strikes, swift and calculated actions save lives. Lindsay Gaal discusses the role that HR should play in maintaining...
Read more - June 14, 2017 Time Out!
It’s a fact: Employees who participate in flexible workplace programs at work – like telecommuting and flexible hours – are...
Read more - March 3, 2017 Lead Generation
As industry grapples with aging leadership, firms must find ways to get millennials involved
Read more - August 30, 2016 Gain A Competitive Edge By Closing The Professional Workforce Gender Gap
The public accounting industry has historically been male dominated. There has been a shift in the industry with a larger...
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