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History

SingerLewak continued to expand, entering the Rocky Mountain region in 2015 by merging with Schenkein and Stark in Denver. In 2016, the firm strengthened its Southern California presence by merging with Ahern Adcock Devlin LLP. That same year, the firm added Franchise Advisory Services by partnering with DCV Franchise Group. In 2017, SingerLewak merged with Kakimoto & Nagashima LLP, expanding its expertise in the Asia market.

History

SingerLewak is a dynamic CPA firm that has expanded and diversified its services since its inception in 1959. Over the years, the firm has introduced new practice areas, entered new markets, and grown geographically. From Public Companies and Forensics Accounting to Franchise Advisory and State and Local Tax practices, SingerLewak offers a wide range of services to meet the evolving needs of its clients across various industries. The firm’s growth and innovation reflect its commitment to providing high-quality services. If you’re seeking a trusted partner for accounting and business needs, SingerLewak is an excellent choice.The firm’s strategic mergers and acquisitions have played a key role in helping clients navigate complex financial issues. In 2000, the addition of Forensics Accounting, Business Valuation, and Litigation Support marked a significant milestone. The launch of Enterprise Risk Management Services, including IT consulting, in 2005 further enhanced the firm’s capabilities. In 2009, SingerLewak incorporated state and local tax practices, providing clients with tailored solutions for complex tax regulations. Expanding geographically, the firm merged with ACSB in 2013 to strengthen its presence in Northern California, and with Biggs & Co in 2014, adding Insolvency and Fiduciary Services.

In 2019, the firm grew further by merging with Holben Hay Lake Balzer, LLC in Denver and Steven T. Giorgione, CPA in Nevada, enhancing its services in the Colorado and Nevada regions. In 2020, SingerLewak merged with Boldt Carlisle + Smith, LLC, strengthening its presence in the Pacific Northwest.

The firm also joined forces with Andrea Link, co-owner of Laurand Management, adding boutique tax and business management services. Despite the challenges of the global pandemic, SingerLewak’s growth continued, demonstrating its commitment to delivering value to its clients.

The firm’s expansion remained steady in 2021 and 2022. In 2021, SingerLewak merged with Gorelick & Uslaner CPAs, enabling it to offer more tailored solutions to family-owned and entrepreneurial sectors in Southern California. In 2022, the firm merged with HBLA of Irvine and Roschke & Wall of Agoura Hills, further expanding its services and geographic reach in Southern California. SingerLewak remains proud of its history of growth and innovation, dedicated to providing exceptional service to clients across various industries and regions.

Vision:

Since 1959, in our commitment to excellence, we strive to become the leading accounting and business consulting firm in California, the South and Southwest, and globally in the Pacific Rim region, providing a wide range of services for credit unions, governments, non-profit organizations, and commercial enterprise. We believe that value can be delivered to our clients through service-oriented business partners who have a keen understanding of how to guide them through the processes of business life.

Mission:

Delivering tech-powered strategy that is strongly anchored in developing trust and built to accelerate outcomes, technical expertise and insight that matters to our clients, with unparalleled service and consistent profitability, by attracting, developing, and retaining the best and brightest people, and by being a force for good in our communities.