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Blue & Co. Expands into Detroit with Strategic MS&P Merger
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Subscribe05 NOV 2024 / M&A UPDATES
Indiana-based accounting firm Blue & Co., LLC has announced a merger with Detroit's Mellen Smith and Pivoz (MS&P), marking the company's first entry into the Michigan market. The strategic merger broadens Blue & Co.’s service capabilities and footprint, adding 20 skilled professionals from MS&P, and provides clients with access to a wider range of services such as IT and benefits consulting, human resources support, and more.
Carmel, Indiana-based Blue & Co., LLC, an accounting and advisory firm with FY23 net revenue of $132.9 million, has announced an exciting new chapter in its growth journey. On November 1, 2024, Blue & Co. officially expanded into the Detroit, Michigan market through a merger with the well-established firm Mellen Smith and Pivoz (MS&P).
This strategic merger marks Blue & Co.’s first entry into Michigan, further strengthening its geographic footprint and service capabilities. “Expanding into a new market like Michigan is a pivotal step for our firm,” said Brad Shaw, Managing Director of Blue & Co. “The combination of Blue and MS&P represents a union of two like-minded firms that share the same core values and commitment to strategic growth, client service, and a people-centric culture. We are excited to get started and are confident that our combined resources will drive significant value and success for both our clients and our people.”
The merger brings over 20 skilled professionals from MS&P, who bring expertise in federal, state, and multinational tax planning and compliance, business valuation, and consulting services. Joining the Blue & Co. team are three key partners who have long been cornerstones of MS&P’s success:
• Jason Pivoz: A member of MS&P since 2007, Pivoz earned his Bachelor's in Accounting and Master’s in Taxation from Walsh College. He is a member of the AICPA and the Michigan Association of CPAs. As the new Director in Charge of Blue & Co.’s Detroit office, Pivoz is enthusiastic about the opportunities this merger presents. “Blue & Co. is going to provide our clients and people with access to the resources, knowledge, and expertise that help them not only grow, but thrive. We are excited to see what the future holds as we embark on this new journey together,” he said.
• Jeffry A. Campeau: With a career at MS&P that began in 1989, Campeau holds a Bachelor of Arts from Wayne State University. He is an active member of the AICPA, the Michigan Association of CPAs, and other professional organizations.
• Mark L. Smith: A veteran of MS&P since 1980, Smith earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Wayne State University. A long-time advocate for local businesses, he served on the Board of Directors for the Birmingham/Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce and is a respected member of the AICPA and Michigan Association of CPAs.
For clients, the merger promises access to a broader range of services through Blue & Co.’s extensive network. These include IT consulting, benefits consulting, bookkeeping, human resources support, payroll assistance, investment banking, and much more—solutions designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses in today’s complex economic environment.
This partnership also reflects the alignment of two firms committed to building a culture of excellence, innovation, and client-focused service. Together, Blue & Co. and MS&P are poised to make a significant impact on the Detroit market and beyond.
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