Eide Bailly LLP is pleased to announce a significant expansion through the addition of Apple Growth Partners (AGP), a well-respected CPA and business management firm. This strategic merger, effective June 24, 2024, will see Apple Growth Partners, known for its strong presence across the Great Lakes region, become an integral part of Eide Bailly, enhancing the firm’s capabilities and geographical footprint.
Chuck Mullen, Chairman at Apple Growth Partners, highlighted the strategic rationale behind the merger: “Our goals have not changed, but the world has. Remaining a regional firm would limit our competitiveness, and our employees and clients deserve access to the best resources. Joining forces with Eide Bailly was a natural choice due to our shared values, particularly our commitment to the well-being of our team and clients. This union allows Apple Growth Partners to maintain our culture while leveraging Eide Bailly’s business and technology expertise, providing enhanced opportunities for collaboration, additional resources, and expanded benefits for our valued staff.”
Eide Bailly is nationally recognized for its comprehensive suite of services, including audit, accounting, tax, and business advisory, underpinned by a strong workplace culture that values integrity, authenticity, and diversity. The merger brings 24 partners and 125 talented professionals from Apple Growth Partners into Eide Bailly, significantly bolstering the firm’s presence in the Great Lakes region. With established offices in Akron, Cleveland, and Canton, Ohio, as well as Schaumburg, Illinois, Apple Growth Partners expands Eide Bailly’s reach into key markets.
Jeremy Hauk, Managing Partner/CEO of Eide Bailly, emphasized the cultural alignment and strategic fit: “Apple Growth Partners has cultivated a strong workplace culture characterized by authenticity, exceptional client service, and a genuine commitment to their people. From our initial discussions with the leadership at Apple Growth Partners, it was clear that they would be an invaluable addition to Eide Bailly. Our shared emphasis on culture, our people, and our clients confirmed that this partnership represents a strong and synergistic fit for both firms.”
This partnership marks a pivotal moment for Eide Bailly as it establishes its first office location east of the Mississippi River. The expansion into the Ohio market represents a significant milestone in the firm’s century-long history and stands as the second largest acquisition undertaken by Eide Bailly, underscoring the firm’s commitment to strategic growth and enhanced client service.
