WNM Advisors, LLC - Meet Our Executive Team
Our Mission
WNM Advisors -- "Silver Straight Shooters" is an independent C-level advisory firm focused on driving measurable value for middle-market companies. We combine deep operational expertise with transactional experience to help clients engineer value, execute M&A, and secure the right capital for growth.
No Fluff — No Bull — Just Straight Talk
Edward J. Mazza, CFP® CSA
Chief Executive Officer
As one of the co-founders of the firm, Mr. Mazza has actively managed WNM Advisors, LLC since it’s inception. Over his career, Ed has developed and managed hundreds of business valuation assignments for a variety of purposes including merger, acquisition, financing, recapitalization, strategic decision-making and shareholder liquidity issues.
A frequent speaker on the subject of business valuation, Ed has conducted CEC seminars, written, published and co-authored articles for business publications and professional trade journals. Ed attended Gannon College in Erie, PA and earned his CFP Certified Financial Planner designation in 1986, a Series 6, 63 NASD, Life, Health and Disability Insurance Licenses. He also completed his Certified Senior Advisor designation and received his Paralegal Certificate from Ohio University.
You can reach Ed at: emazza@wnmadvisors.com
Vincent I. Paulin, M.A.
Chief Operations Officer
Vince is a visionary leader and proven "Turnaround Agent" with extensive experience (over 40 years) navigating complex multicultural environments across the nonprofit and corporate sectors. Known for his analytical approach and attentive listening, Vince specializes in refining strategies, driving innovation, and fostering the collaboration necessary to deliver top-tier service. Vince also has expertise in
Executive Coaching, Succession Planning and Personnel Dynamics.
Mr. Paulin’s technical repertoire spans fiscal management, self-funded employee benefit plan trusts, and Joint Commission Accreditation. A champion of organizational development and KPI-driven quality improvement, he is equally regarded for his leadership style. Vince leads with respect, equity, and humor, ensuring he remains an accessible mentor to his staff and a dedicated advocate for his clients.
You can reach Vince at: vpaulin@wnmadvisors.com
LOUIS A. ENSANI, JR., CPA, CGMA
Executive Financial Leader
Lou is a seasoned financial executive with extensive experience in healthcare systems, physician practices, joint ventures, and nonprofit organizations. He brings deep expertise in financial strategy, operational oversight, and organizational leadership, with a proven ability to guide complex enterprises through periods of growth, transformation, and regulatory change.
Throughout his career, Mr. Ensani has led initiatives in budgeting, financial planning, tax strategy, and performance management, while strengthening financial controls and enhancing organizational effectiveness. He is particularly skilled in building and sustaining collaborative physician–hospital relationships and advising on joint ventures, mergers, and acquisitions. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA), Mr. Ensani offers boards a strong foundation in governance, financial stewardship, and strategic decision-making. His experience across both for-profit and nonprofit sectors enables him to provide valuable insight into risk management, compliance, and long-term value creation.
Joseph E. Marchini
Director M&A / Investment Banking
With 18 years of banking experience with The First National Bank of Pa, Joe began in the Credit Department and quickly advanced to the lending side where he decided to develop his career. He held various titles throughout the years, ending with SVP in charge of all commercial business with 8 lending officers reporting to him and managing a commercial portfolio of $300 million. Mr. Marchini chaired the banks loan committee and had a personal lending limit of $1 million.
In 1998 Joe joined Rent-Way Inc. where he was in charge of Acquisitions and Divestitures. During his tenure and under his leadership, the company made in excess of 25 acquisitions and grown from 400 to 1000 stores with revenues in excess of $500 million. In addition to his day-to-day M&A operational responsibilities, Joe coordinated the company’s Strategic Plan, oversaw Corporate Budgets and managed all Corporate Contacts. Joe is a graduate of Gannon University with a degree in Accounting and a minor in Finance.
Richard S. Sowa, CFP®
Director of Financial Planning
Mr. Sowa began his affiliation with WNM Advisors, LLC as a contract consultant in 1991. After seven years with the Comptroller of the Currency, Rich began his financial planning career as a Licensed Public Accountant when he acquired his Series 7, 63, Life, Health, Disability and P& C Insurance Licenses. In addition he earned his Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) in 1986 along with the CFS Certified Funds Specialist designations.
Mr. Sowa is an adjunct instructor for Kaplan Financial where he teaches the Certified Financial Planner educational program to candidates preparing for the CFP exam.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Management/Accounting.