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We are elated to announce that Gray, Gray & Gray has been ranked as the 17th largest accounting firm in Massachusetts by the Boston Business Journal, up two spots from the previous year’s position. The publication’s annual rankings are based on the size of the firm’s professional staff in the state and include both independent firms and regional offices of large national accounting firms. Click below to read the full press release. #ThePowerofMore

[Growth] Embracing Growth: Strategic Insights from Accounting Today's 2024 Firm Growth Forum As industry leaders, we're always on the lookout for growth strategies that resonate with the evolving business landscape. The insights from Accounting Today's 2024 Firm Growth Forum are a testament to the multifaceted approach required for sustainable growth. One key takeaway is the strategic curation of clients. Opsahl Dawson's philosophy of choosing quality over quantity and inviting clients to succeed elsewhere if they don't align with the firm's direction is a bold move that has paid dividends. Another intriguing point is the concept of being 'overstaffed' as a growth strategy. While counterintuitive, especially during a staffing crisis, having extra capacity allows firms to take on new business without overburdening existing staff, fostering a healthier work environment. This aligns with the idea of building a firm culture where the leadership sets the tone, not just in words but in actions, as demonstrated by Al-Nesha Jones' implementation of four-day workweeks. Moreover, the emphasis on marketing muscle and transitioning from a transactional to a relationship-driven business model cannot be overstated. As the accounting profession evolves, firms that embrace advisory services and build strong client relationships are the ones that thrive. It's a clear indicator that the future of accounting lies beyond traditional services, and firms must adapt to deliver high-value, noncommoditized advisory services that clients seek. Lastly, the shift from selling hours to selling transformations is a paradigm shift that all service-oriented businesses, including ours at DealCoach.io should take note of. It's about delivering outcomes and value, not just tasks. This approach is at the core of what we do—helping companies accelerate growth and close deals faster through strategic deal management, pipeline management, and forecasting. These lessons from the accounting realm are universally applicable and underscore the importance of innovation, client-centricity, and forward-thinking in driving growth. #GrowthStrategy #ClientCentricity #Innovation #BusinessDevelopment https://lnkd.in/eqDknd9D

As part of our Industry Insider Series, Russell Shapiro has led insightful conversations with managing partners and other leaders of the nation’s leading accounting firms. Here, we share their thoughts on the evolution of the accounting industry. https://lnkd.in/gtJnKR-g

Curious about the keys to growth for #accounting firms? According to Accounting Today, their 2024 Firm Growth Forum in San Diego highlighted actionable insights from experts on achieving growth through multiple approaches. From staffing strategies to client selection and marketing, learn how firms are navigating the profession's evolving landscape: https://bit.ly/3yVHF17

As part of our Industry Insider Series, Russell Shapiro has led insightful conversations with managing partners and other leaders of the nation’s leading accounting firms. Here we share their thoughts on the evolution of the accounting industry: 

Doeren Mayhew is excited to share it has been recognized by INSIDE Public Accounting as a Best of the Best Firms in the United States for the 25th year since the list’s inception. Read more in the press release. https://hubs.li/Q020fQmR0

We were thrilled to reconnect with familiar faces and make new connections in the vibrant setting of San Diego at the Accounting Today Firm Growth Forum! Presentations our team facilitated: Building the Revenue per Professional Head (RPH) of a CPA Firm - Bob Lewis & Doug Lewis Key Takeaways: -Awareness of the hierarchy and interaction of key metrics. -Understanding how to determine the actions needed by metric to increase outcomes. -Creation of a process that will redefine how a firm operates and takes itself to market. -Learning the steps their firm can take to build their optimal enterprise value. Young Accountants Panel - Doug Lewis, Darin Essa, Brianna Smith, Melissa Wasylewski, CPA, and Matt Shea Who better to tell firm leaders why it’s so hard to recruit and retain young people in accounting than those young people themselves? In this panel, students and entry-level accountants will share what they love - and hate - about the profession, what they’re looking for in their careers, and the best ways to catch and keep their interest. Private Equity in Accounting - Bob Lewis, Nishaad Ruparel, Alex Goldberg, and Josh Funk PE is adding gas to the already hot accounting firm M&A landscape. This is your opportunity to understand PE’s plan, whether it is a fit for your firm, what you would need to do to be PE or M&A ready, and how PE is impacting traditional deals. Gain insight into an activity that is not stopping and is transforming the accounting world. As always, we're here to help you build your enterprise value. https://hubs.ly/Q02yVXT10 With Michael Horwitz, Brent L. Saunier, CPA, Hitendra Patil, Scott Reams, Chandrashekar (Chandu) Nagarajan, CPA, Varun Jain, CPA, CMA, Yuri Kapilovich, CPA, Daniel Hood #LeadtheWay #FirmGrowthForum #accounting

Anders celebrates being named one of Accounting Today’s Top 100 Firms for the fourth consecutive year, climbing to #74 in 2024. We're also honored to be ranked third among Midwest-based firms. Read more ⬇️ #AndersAccounting #Top100Firms

Anders celebrates being named one of Accounting Today’s Top 100 Firms for the fourth consecutive year, climbing to #74 in 2024. We're also honored to be ranked third among Midwest-based firms. Read more ⬇️ #AndersAccounting #Top100Firms

Anders celebrates being named one of Accounting Today’s Top 100 Firms for the fourth consecutive year, climbing to #74 in 2024. We're also honored to be ranked third among Midwest-based firms. Read more ⬇️ #AndersAccounting #Top100Firms