Kenneth Newhouse Jr. leads Moore Beauston & Woodham as managing principal, appointed January 1, 2025, to guide the 79-employee firm through technological transformation and talent shortage challenges while embracing artificial intelligence and expanding national presence.

A University of South Carolina graduate with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and associate degree from Community College of the Air Force, Newhouse brings more than 30 years of experience. He chaired the South Carolina Association of CPAs board from 2020 to 2021, testified before the state legislature on tax legislation, and earned the Service to the Profession Award.

“Growth can’t happen without challenges,” he says, citing biblical wisdom that struggles produce perseverance and prepare leaders for greater responsibilities.

His first job at Little Caesars taught him that “there are no free lunches” — a principle shaping his approach to financial management, where every decision carries costs affecting cash flow and sustainability.

An Air Force veteran who earned the Air Force Commendation Medal, Newhouse serves as a youth basketball coach, applying lessons in discipline, resilience and mentorship across professional and personal spheres.

He defines success through two ways: professional achievements and personal relationships that reflect shared values and commitment to excellence.