EisnerAmper expands U.S. Midwest presence with TKO merger
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES — Global business advisory firm EisnerAmper has announced a strategic combination with Tighe, Kress & Orr, P.C. (TKO), an Elgin, Illinois-based CPA firm.
The partnership is expected to close in October 2024, bringing together two firms known for their expertise in tax, accounting, advisory, and assurance services.
Strengthening U.S. Midwest presence, global reach
The merger is expected to enhance EisnerAmper’s capabilities in the Midwest while providing TKO’s clients access to a broader range of services and global expertise.
Jay Weinstein, Eisner Advisory Group Vice Chair of Industries and Markets, praised TKO’s approach, saying, “TKO really gets it. They listen to clients, work with them on tailored solutions, and strive for ongoing client growth. The professionals at TKO take a proactive, long-range approach, and those are the types of firms we want to team up with. We warmly welcome TKO to the EisnerAmper family.”
EisnerAmper is pleased to announce that the partners & colleagues of Elgin, IL-based CPA firm @TigheKressOrr will be joining us in a combination expected to close in October 2024. Welcome TKO to the EisnerAmper family! For more details, visit: https://t.co/1tdyCQDbx2
— EisnerAmper (@EisnerAmper) September 5, 2024
“EisnerAmper continues to combine with high-performing firms and TKO is no exception. TKO has also become a destination for entrepreneurial talent,” said Allan Koltin, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, who advised on this deal.
“And while EisnerAmper continues to transform the profession, it has also found a way to keep a family-feel culture.”
EisnerAmper boasts an impressive global footprint with approximately 450 partners and 4,500 employees. The firm offers a comprehensive suite of services, including client attest services through EisnerAmper LLP and business advisory and non-attest services via Eisner Advisory Group LLC.
Strategic partnership between EisnerAmper and TKO
Founded in 2007, TKO has built a strong reputation in the Midwest, operating from offices in Chicago and Elgin.
With five principals and approximately 100 colleagues, the firm has carved out a niche providing tax, accounting, advisory, and assurance services to a diverse clientele ranging from startups to mid-market enterprises, individuals, and nonprofit organizations.
“In addition to our expertise, integrity, responsiveness, and personalized service, TKO helps make its clients informed decision makers—which adds tremendous value,” said Robert Tighe, TKO Managing Principal.
“And we see these same qualities in EisnerAmper, which is why this move makes a lot of strategic sense.”
