HFMA Philadelphia Chapter Newsletter

Each year since 1992, the GMA Alumnae Association has presented the award to a recipient that is selected for her demonstration of the Works of Mercy, qualities of leadership and qualities of character in the home, workplace, community, church and society.

In 1976, Denise was one of the first females to graduate from St. Francis College with a bachelor's degree in accounting. A certified public accountant, she has worked full-time for more than 30 years with PricewaterhouseCoopers in their Albany, New York and Philadelphia Offices. Denise has spent most of her time serving clients in the not-for-profit sectors of healthcare and higher education. In 1987, she was named the first female partner in the firm's Philadelphia office. She is currently a senior partner with pricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Health Industries Group based in Philadelphia and the managing partner of the Harrisburg office. Denise is the female partner with the most seniority internationally at PWC.

Denise is an active member of HFMA, and she served as co-chair of the Professional Development Committee. She frequently presents educational topics(e.g., upcoming A&A program).

Denise's leadership to business women extends beyond that of a role model. She was instrumental in forming a model program, the Women Partners Network, where women partners meet on an informal and personal basis to mentor women in the firm. Denise is also actively involved with PWC commitment to the Susan B. Komen Walk/Run for the Cure. She runs the race yearly with her daughters, Elizabeth and Michele.

Denise is an active Alumnae Board Member. She serves on GMA's Finance Committee. She is the alumnae/parent representative on the Heritage Committee. As an active member of the Mothers' Club, she has organized the Mother/Daughter Communion Breakfast for seniors and spearheaded a new event, a leadership tea for Junior mothers and daughters. She is the co-chair of the hospitality committee for the Mercy Magic Auction.

Denise was nominated for the award by the two "Michele's" in her life. Both her twin sister, Michele Corkery Hanes, and her daughter, Michele Marbach, nominated her for this award. Her sister Michele proudly stated that "the character traits I admire the most in my sister, fortitude and loyalty" are present in all that she does.

Denise Marbach