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For over 100 years the name Viking has represented global leadership in fire protection. We lead the industry in quality and innovation because fire protection is all we do, and our single focus is to support and enhance the efforts of independent fire sprinkler contractors. We believe that protecting people and property from fire transcends the bottom line, and we never stop asking "what do our customers need to be successful?" Today, The Viking Group provides independent fire sprinkler contractors with integrated solutions for any fire protection challenge. Rely on Viking to deliver: Unmatched Quality: Our reputation has been earned by focusing on continuous improvement in all elements of our business – from the products we manufacture to the services we provide. Product Breadth: The largest selection of fixed fire protection products and services ensures single-point solutions for any fire protection challenge. Experienced Support: Knowledgeable customer service and technical support at every point in the project process. Innovation that Matters: From valves that are easier to install and maintain, to automated fabrication capabilities, Viking innovates to solve problems and strengthen your business. Everywhere You Need Us: With our global network of independent distribution partners and dozens of locations, Vikings products and services are available when and where you need them.
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.
We serve as part-time or full-time interim CFOs, or work on a project basis to find solutions during periods of transition or critical need. Clients are typically closely held and/or managed, with our direction received from the CEO, owners, or the Board of Directors. We often work closely with executive managers to identify and resolve key issues and develop financial strategies supporting long term objectives.