Cherry Bekaert

Cherry Bekaert Ranked First on Fastest Growing Accounting Firms by Accounting Today

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Cherry Bekaert ranks 1st on Accounting Today's "Fastest Growing Firms in the U.S. 2024" list.

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  • Cherry Bekaert ranks 1st on Accounting Today's "Fastest Growing Firms in the U.S. 2024" list.
  • In 2024, Cherry Bekaert was recognized by USA TODAY as a Most Recommended Tax & Accounting Firm .
  • The rankings in both national and regional publications place Cherry Bekaert among the best accounting firms in the country.
  • The Firm has ranked in Atlanta Business Journal Fastest Growing Accounting Firms , Austin Business Journal Top Accounting Firms , Charlotte Business Journal Largest Certified Accounting Firms , Nashville Business Journal , Louisville Business First and Washington Business Journal .

Cherry Bekaert Foundation Announces Partnership with Junior Achievement USA

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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First National Partnership for Foundation Focuses on Youth, Education and Skills Development

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  • First National Partnership for Foundation Focuses on Youth, Education and Skills Development
    RALEIGH, N.C., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cherry Bekaert Foundation (the Foundation) announced its first national partnership with Junior Achievement USA (Junior Achievement).
  • The Cherry Bekaert Foundation announces a national partnership with Junior Achievement USA for youth financial literacy.
  • "We at Junior Achievement appreciate the support of the Cherry Bekaert Foundation in helping young people gain essential life skills in communities across the country," said Jack E. Kosakowski , President & CEO of Junior Achievement USA.
  • "On behalf of the Foundation, I am excited to announce our partnership with Junior Achievement USA," said Susan Moser , President, Cherry Bekaert Foundation.

Guardian Capital Group Limited to Acquire Sterling Capital Management LLC

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Friday, February 2, 2024
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TORONTO, Feb. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Guardian Capital Group Limited (Guardian) (TSX:GCG) (TSX:GCG.A) announced today that it has reached an agreement under which Guardian’s wholly-owned subsidiary Guardian Capital LLC will acquire Sterling Capital Management LLC (Sterling) from Truist Financial Corporation (Truist) (NYSE: TFC).

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Guardian Capital Group Limited (Guardian) (TSX:GCG) (TSX:GCG.A) announced today that it has reached an agreement under which Guardian’s wholly-owned subsidiary Guardian Capital LLC will acquire Sterling Capital Management LLC (Sterling) from Truist Financial Corporation (Truist) (NYSE: TFC).
  • Sterling’s rich pedigree has allowed it to expand a successful business that today has approximately US$76 billion (C$100 billion) in assets under management and advisement.
  • “We are thrilled for this new chapter for Sterling Capital Management and the opportunities for growth that this transition provides,” said Scott Haenni, CEO of Sterling.
  • “This path forward is a win-win-win for Sterling Capital, Guardian, and Truist, as it allows Sterling Capital to grow as an independently-managed investment management firm poised for continued long-term growth under Guardian’s strategic oversight while continuing to partner with Truist on shared relationships and opportunities.

Azalea Health Completes SOC 2 Type 2 Certification Ahead of Schedule

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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This follows the company's SOC 2 Type 1 certification earlier this year.

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  • This follows the company's SOC 2 Type 1 certification earlier this year.
  • SOC 2 Type 1 was a point-in-time assessment of control design, which confirms a company has security measures in place.
  • The SOC 2 Type 2 certification provides Azalea an in-depth and continuous assessment of its controls and processes related to security over a specified period and validates its effectiveness.
  • "Azalea Health is committed to operating with the highest security and data protection standards, which is why we are incredibly proud to have completed SOC 2 Type 2 certification ahead of schedule," said Brian Kenah, CTO of Azalea Health.

PKF Mueller Joins Cherry Bekaert to Expand Chicago Market Reach

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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Cherry Bekaert acquires PKF Mueller and Mueller dotKonnect solidifying the Firm's Chicago area presence.

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  • Cherry Bekaert acquires PKF Mueller and Mueller dotKonnect solidifying the Firm's Chicago area presence.
  • The acquisition strengthens Cherry Bekaert's reach in the Illinois market, supporting the Firm's strategic growth plans.
  • PKF Mueller clients will benefit from new and innovative business advisory services included in Cherry Bekaert's robust portfolio.
  • "Cherry Bekaert is a respected firm in the business and financial community, and we are very excited to join them," said David J. Nissen , Chief Executive Officer of PKF Mueller.

Raleigh Radiology Honored Among NC's Mid-Market Fast 40

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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RALEIGH, N.C. , Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Raleigh Radiology was honored on August 31 as one of North Carolina's Fast 40 by NC Business Magazine.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C. , Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Raleigh Radiology was honored on August 31 as one of North Carolina's Fast 40 by NC Business Magazine.
  • "The radiologists, technologists, and office team at Raleigh Radiology work hard to provide compassionate and excellent care to our communities; our growth is a direct result of that authentic and genuine care.
  • "Raleigh Radiology is proud and humbled to win this award – a testament to the hard and innovative work done by so many.
  • Raleigh Radiology has more than 200 employees and currently operates in nine locations in Wake County.

Cherry Bekaert Welcomes Accomplished Consumer Product CEO to Propel Industry Innovation

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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In his new role, Hodell will help further develop the Firm's strategic offerings across industrial products, consumer goods, manufacturing and other related industry segments.

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  • In his new role, Hodell will help further develop the Firm's strategic offerings across industrial products, consumer goods, manufacturing and other related industry segments.
  • Cherry Bekaert welcomes new Industrial Manufacturing Leader, Jason Hodell, the former CEO of Skullcandy CEO.
  • Building on the Firm's current industrial manufacturing tailored offerings, Hodell will work closely with the Firm's Strategic Growth and Innovation practice, combining a strategic approach with actionable insights and digital transformation.
  • "I am thrilled to join the Cherry Bekaert team and look forward to collaborating with clients and sharing insights to foster continuous improvement within the consumer goods and industrial manufacturing spaces," said Hodell.

MCM CPA & Advisors Joins Cherry Bekaert

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Thursday, August 10, 2023
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RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cherry Bekaert (the Firm) is pleased to announce the completion of an acquisition transaction with MCM CPA & Advisors LLP (MCM), a large regional accounting and advisory firm headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, providing highly specialized services to a broad range of clients.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cherry Bekaert (the Firm) is pleased to announce the completion of an acquisition transaction with MCM CPA & Advisors LLP (MCM), a large regional accounting and advisory firm headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, providing highly specialized services to a broad range of clients.
  • Cherry Bekaert's geographic footprint expanded in the Southeast and Midwest through acquisition of MCM CPA Advisors.
  • MCM clients will benefit from new and innovative business advisory services included in Cherry Bekaert's robust portfolio.
  • "MCM has a prominent reputation within the region and chose Cherry Bekaert because of their close cultural alignment and business outlooks for their team and their clients."

MessageGears Named One of the Fastest Growing Companies in Georgia

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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ATLANTA, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MessageGears, the leading customer engagement platform for big consumer brands, has been named one of the fastest growing companies in Georgia by the Atlanta Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG). MessageGears and other fast-growing Atlanta companies were honored last night at the ACG's Georgia Fast 40 celebration at the Buckhead Theatre.

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  • The Atlanta Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth recognized MessageGears on its 2023 Georgia Fast 40 list.
  • ATLANTA, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MessageGears , the leading customer engagement platform for big consumer brands, has been named one of the fastest growing companies in Georgia by the Atlanta Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) .
  • MessageGears and other fast-growing Atlanta companies were honored last night at the ACG's Georgia Fast 40 celebration at the Buckhead Theatre.
  • "It's an honor to be recognized by the Association for Corporate Growth as one of the fastest growing companies in Atlanta," said Roger Barnette, CEO of MessageGears.

Azalea Health Completes SOC 2 Type 1 Certification, Reinforces Commitment to Data Security and Compliance

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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Achieving SOC 2 compliance is a significant milestone for Azalea as it demonstrates the company's commitment to the industry's highest standards for managing and protecting customer data.

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  • Achieving SOC 2 compliance is a significant milestone for Azalea as it demonstrates the company's commitment to the industry's highest standards for managing and protecting customer data.
  • SOC 2 is a rigorous compliance standard developed by the AICPA that is designed to specify how organizations should manage customer data.
  • Achieving SOC 2 Type 1 certification reinforces our commitment to protecting our clients' data and giving them a safe, reliable platform."
  • The SOC 2, Type 1 certification validates that Azalea follows gold standard security protocols and is committed to the data security of its customers.