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Aprio expands into Midwest with acquisitions of KRD, Ltd. and Burkett & Beattie, Inc.

Dec 31, 2024

Acquiring Company

Aprio

Acquired Company

KRD

AtlantaLibertyvilleProfessional ServicesFinancial ServicesFinanceConsultingAccounting

Description

Atlanta-based Aprio, the 25th largest business advisory and accounting firm in the U.S., strategically acquires Chicago-based firms KRD, Ltd. and Burkett & Beattie, Inc. This expansion into the greater Chicago area reinforces Aprio's commitment to scaling its business across the U.S. and tapping into one of the country's fastest-growing business hubs.

Quick answer

Aprio is acquiring KRD and Burkett & Beattie, announced December 31, 2024. Aprio is based in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.

How much did Aprio pay for KRD?
The deal value was not disclosed.
What does Aprio do?
Aprio is a premier, full-service business advisory and certified public accounting firm that advises clients and associates on how to achieve what’s next.
Where are Aprio and KRD based?
Aprio is based in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.
Who are the decision-makers at Aprio?
Fundz holds 1 contact at Aprio. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.

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Company Information

Company

Aprio

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

About

Aprio is a premier, full-service business advisory and certified public accounting firm that advises clients and associates on how to achieve what’s next. Aprio’s associates work as integrated teams across advisory, assurance, tax, outsourcing, talent solutions and private client services, bringing the best thinking and personal commitment to each client. Across practices, Aprio brings together proven expertise, deep understanding and strategic foresight for industries including Manufacturing and Distribution; Non-Profit and Education; Professional Services; Real Estate and Construction; Retail, Franchise and Hospitality; and Technology and Blockchain. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Aprio has grown to over 900 team members. To serve clients wherever life or business may take them, Aprio’s teams speak more than 30 languages and work with clients in over 50 countries. For more, visit https://www.aprio.com/.

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Who acquired KRD?

KRD was acquired by Aprio, based in Atlanta. The deal was reported on December 31, 2024. Aprio is a premier, full-service business advisory and certified public accounting firm that advises clients and associates on how to achieve what’s next. Aprio is privately held and operates in Professional Services.

When did Aprio acquire KRD?

Aprio's acquisition of KRD was reported on December 31, 2024. Atlanta-based Aprio, the 25th largest business advisory and accounting firm in the U.S., strategically acquires Chicago-based firms KRD, Ltd. and Burkett & Beattie, Inc. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does KRD do?

KRD is a premier firm located in the Chicago market specializing in high net-worth families, businesses and other organizations. It is privately held, operating in Financial Services.

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