Honoring visionary Professionals and Firms whose exemplary contributions redefine excellence, inspire innovation, and drive transformative progress, setting new industry benchmarks
Christine Hollinden is the founding principal of Hollinden, a firm dedicated to driving growth for mid-market accounting, M&A, and private-equity firms. After beginning her career in debt and equity financing at Grant Thornton and then leading communications and marketing roles at PwC and KPMG, she launched Hollinden in 1993 to fill a gap she saw in strategic consulting for professional-services firms. Her credentials include CPSM, CEPA, CM&AA and CVGA, underscoring her depth in marketing, value growth and M&A strategies. Christine is an active leader in the business community through the Texas Business Hall of Fame Foundation, the AM&AA Houston Chapter and the 5 Buckets Foundation. Christine’s national speaking record includes key engagements for the BDO Alliance, NACVA, AICPA, AFP, and the Alliance of M&A Advisors. Her leadership translates complex growth strategy into actionable guidance that strengthens firms and elevates the professionals who lead them.