(716) 372-7184
info@pl-cpa.com
founding PARTNER

Louis J. Proto, C.P.A., C.F.P., M.S.T.

A native of Olean, N.Y., Louie is a founding partner of Proto & Loskey, LLC, which was established in 1978. The firm office is located in Olean in the historic city club building. Serving clients throughout western New York and northwest Pennsylvania.
Contact Louis

About Louis

A native of Olean, N.Y., Louie is a founding partner of Proto & Loskey, LLC, which was established in 1978. The firm office is located in Olean in the historic city club building, serving clients throughout western New York and northwest Pennsylvania.

Community Leadership

Mr. Proto has dedicated significant time and expertise to strengthening the Olean community through nonprofit leadership and volunteer service.

Olean Family YMCA

  • Served as President during crucial $3 million capital campaign for new Wayne St. facility
  • Honored with the creation of the "Louis J. Proto Charter Membership Program" in recognition of outstanding leadership
  • Recipient of the YMCA Volunteer of the Year award
  • Honored during the Y's "Salute to Olean" program

Olean General Hospital

Mr. Proto also served as the chairman of the Olean General Hospital Board of Trustees from 2003 through 2007. Prior to that, he served eight years as the chairman of the Olean General Hospital Foundation and played a pivotal role in the foundation's fundraising efforts for the hospital's ambitious Vision 2000 campaign, which raised $3 million to help finance the complete renovation of the hospital and construction of several new facilities.

Additional Leadership Roles

  • President of the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce - led relocation to present storefront location on North Union Street
  • President of the Olean Area United Way
  • Board member of the Olean Youth Bureau and other nonprofit organizations

Education & Certifications

Bachelor's Degree
Business Administration
Saint Bonaventure University, 1975
Master's Degree
Taxation
Canisius College
certificate
Graduate Tax Certificate
University of Denver
Professional Designation
Certified Financial Planner
CFP Board of Standards

The trusted CPA firm serving Olean and Western NY for 40+ years.
About Us
Our History Louis J. Proto Our Team Careers FINRA Broker Check
Resources
Tax Insights
Services
Tax Services Audit & Assurance Payroll Services Financial Planning Estate Planning Management & Advisory
Contact & Location
Upload Documents
© 2025 Proto & Loskey, LLC. All rights reserved.
Privacy Policy Terms of Service Disclaimer

Contact Us

How Can We Help You?