NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. – Iona University is pleased to announce the appointment of John L. DeMelis, MBA, CPA, as dean of the LaPenta School of Business, effective January 13, 2025. DeMelis has served as interim dean since July 1, 2023, and brings extensive experience in both academia and professional accounting to his role. Throughout his 32-year career at Ernst & Young, DeMelis held various leadership positions, most notably as partner in the firm’s professional practice group. He was also instrumental in shaping the firm’s learning and development programs, ensuring the professional growth of auditors across the Americas region. “John’s leadership […]