Ep 11: From $0 to a Top 30 Firm: The Ascend Growth Story

How Can CPA Firms Leverage Private Equity Without Losing Control?


 


Private equity is reshaping the CPA industry, but many firms
hesitate—fearing loss of independence or the wrong financial
move. So, what’s the right approach? In this episode of
Everything CPA & Private Equity, Phil Whitman and David
Wolfskehl sit down with David Wurtzbacher, CEO & Founder of
Ascend, and Nishaad Ruparel, President of Ascend, to break down
what firms need to know to maximize growth, attract top talent,
and stay competitive in a changing market.


 


In this episode, you will be able to:


Understand how private equity really works for CPA firms.

Learn the key factors Ascend uses to evaluate potential firm
partnerships.

Discover how firms can scale faster with talent acquisition
and technology.

Uncover the real impact of PE on young partners and long-term
leadership.

Find out what sets successful firms apart in today’s
competitive landscape.



 


Get the facts, not the fear—listen now!


 


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