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Aprio Expands in Boston with Waldron H. Rand Acquisition
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Atlanta-based accounting firm Aprio LLP has acquired Massachusetts-based Waldron H. Rand & Co., strengthening Aprio's presence in the Greater Boston area with a wide range of services. The acquisition includes client accounting services practice Rand & Sweet, and brings in-house legal capabilities, marking a significant expansion for Aprio and broadening resources for Waldron Rand's clients and staff.
Atlanta-based Aprio LLP, a prominent firm in the accounting industry, has announced its acquisition of Waldron H. Rand & Co., a well-established firm based in Dedham, Massachusetts. This strategic move significantly enhances Aprio's presence in the Greater Boston area, bringing a comprehensive suite of accounting, advisory, tax, wealth, and legal services to the New England market.
Waldron H. Rand & Co. has a storied history, having been founded by leaders who played a pivotal role in shaping the accounting profession in the United States. Richard Kopelman, CEO of Aprio, expressed pride in continuing the legacy of Waldron H. Rand, emphasizing the integration of accounting, advisory, audit, tax, wealth, and legal services into a cohesive team for clients in the region.
The acquisition also includes Rand & Sweet, a client accounting services practice known for its technology-enabled accounting and advisory support tailored to owner-managed businesses. Additionally, the deal brings in-house legal capabilities under the leadership of Beth Grossman, CPA, Esq., further strengthening Aprio's service offerings.
Rick Dlugasch, managing shareholder of Waldron Rand, highlighted the benefits for both clients and staff, noting the access to expanded resources and career opportunities that come with joining a firm of Aprio's scale. Sharon Shaff, also a managing shareholder, emphasized the preservation of the firm's culture while enhancing the resources available to clients and staff, marking this as a natural progression in the firm's evolution.
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