WEBINAR: November 12, 2026

WEBINAR: November 12, 2026

M&A Update: The Changing World of the CPA Profession
Nov. 12, 2026 @ 1-1:50pm ET

Attend this webinar to learn the current state of affairs regarding the rapid consolidation happening in the accounting profession fueled primarily by the entrance of outside capital investors, specifically private equity, family offices, wealth management firms, pension funds, etc.

Who Should Attend

  • Managing Partners
  • Executive Committee Members
  • Operations Leaders

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the changing landscape and major changes impacting CPA firm M&A and succession planning.
  • Identify the different types of buyers now pursuing CPA firm transactions.
  • Understand how investors are valuing firms based on EBITDA and the various deal structures that are being used in today's market.
  • Understand key deal terms such as upfront cash, deferred payments, rollover equity, retention periods, and ownership structure.
  • Determine practical next steps before pursuing a merger, acquisition, or strategic transaction.
Presenter: David Kells
Practice Leader, Enhancing Profit, Whitman Advisory

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Instructional Delivery Method:
Group Live Internet-Based.
The instructional method is lecture with active group participation and visual aids.
CPE Credit: 1
Field of Study: Business Management & Organization
Prerequisite: None
Program Level: Basic
Advanced Preparation: None
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WEBINAR: November 12, 2026CPA Leadership Institute, Inc. is registered with the National Association of the State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of the individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org.