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Ascend empowers entrepreneurial CPAs to reach their goals with an innovative growth model that brings their firms into the new age. Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a modern platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a large CPA firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition, best-of-breed technology, a catalytic leadership system, shared back-office services, and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount todays industry challenges and reach their full potential. Founded in January 2023, the company attained revenues sufficient to qualify it as a Top 100 U.S. accounting firm within six months of operation.
Lockton Affinity is a division of Lockton Companies that focuses on underwriting and distributing specialty insurance products. It operates in markets that are outside the standard offerings, catering to unique insurance needs. Lockton Companies, the parent organization, is a global insurance brokerage known for its client-focused and family-owned approach.
Turn 14 Distribution is a Performance Warehouse Distributor with distribution facilities strategically located in Hatfield, PA, Arlington, TX, Reno, NV, and Indianapolis, IN. Turn 14 Distributions strategy consists of catering to niche vehicle markets, along with stocking its partner manufacturers full product lines for quick order fulfillment. Exclusive Turn 14 Distribution promotions ensure that products are marketed efficiently and correctly to each suppliers target audience. The company relies upon its dedicated sales specialists—chosen for their experience in each particular market—to service its customers with superior knowledge. In addition, the companys website offers lens technology to permit customers to view the products available for each individual market most efficiently. Turn 14 Distributions up-to-the-minute online inventory tracking, efficient forecasting, and dedicated Customer Support Department allow the company to cut lead times and keep its customers informed about product fulfillment. The companys goal is to provide its customers the sales, marketing, and post-sales support needed to succeed in the modern marketplace. With 1,500,000 sq ft of modern distribution center space, Turn 14 Distribution boasts ground shipping coverage to 60% of the U.S. population in one day and 100% within two days. Globally, Turn 14 Distributions competitive freight rates, ship to your shop flat rate shipping, late shipping cutoff times, seven-day-a-week operation, and same day in-stock order fulfillment commitment enable it to service customers both across the United States and the world efficiently.
BKD CPAs & Advisors is a top-tier CPA and advisory firm dedicated to helping people and businesses realize their goals. Our approximately 2,900 dedicated professionals offer solutions to clients in all 50 states and internationally. Our expertise goes well beyond the standard accounting services to include risk management, technology, wealth management and forensic and valuation services. Our clients represent a wide range of industries, and were even part of an alliance of firms that gives us a global reach.
Tatte Bakery & Café is a fast-casual bakery and café chain founded in 2007 by pastry chef Tzurit Or. Starting from her home kitchen, Or began selling baked goods at Boston farmers markets. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Tatte has grown to 18 locations in Boston and Washington, D.C., focusing on community-centric spaces that create a sense of belonging. The brand is known for its artisanal pastries, cakes, and breads, along with a café menu that features breakfast, brunch, and lunch options inspired by global flavors. Tatte also offers a specialty coffee program, emphasizing quality and consistency. Each café is designed to reflect its neighborhood while maintaining Tatte’s core identity, creating inviting spaces for casual dining, remote work, and social gatherings. Tzurit Or continues to lead the brand, supported by an experienced executive team dedicated to operational excellence and high-quality ingredients.