Aprio, the 25^th largest business advisory and accounting firm in the U.S., proudly announces the promotion of 13 professionals to the partnership, effective Jan. 1. 2025.

Welcoming these partners underscores Aprio’s unwavering dedication to developing top talent and empowering the next generation of leaders within the firm. With diverse industry experience and a shared commitment to Aprio’s people-first approach, these new partners are poised to deliver meaningful results and shape the firm’s continued success.

“I’m excited about our 2025 partner class which includes professionals who live our values, commitment to innovation, and leadership that define Aprio. As we continue to build the firm of the future, I am confident this group will drive our firm’s strategic growth forward and advance our commitment to exceptional client service” said Richard Kopelman, CEO of Aprio.

These new partners bring leadership and vision to build upon Aprio’s success, driving growth in key industries such as technology, manufacturing and distribution, real estate, and government contracting and expanding service capabilities and markets. As Aprio continues to expand its geographic presence and capabilities, these new leaders will play an instrumental role. 

The newly promoted 2025 partners include:

Madeleine Batson, Wealth Management, Tax             

Gary Bedsole, Transaction Advisory Services, Tax 

Carl Budenski, International, Tax     

Emily Cheshire, Technology, Managed Services         

Stacy Cullen, Nonprofit, Tax                     

Chelsea Dorfeld, Professional Services, Tax             

Jacelyn Ferriell, Government Contracting, Managed Services     

Sarah Garcia, Private Client Services, Tax             

Grant Gooding, Real Estate | Affordable Housing, Audit             

Chris Henderson, Manufacturing & Distribution, Tax                 

Kevin O’Brien, Private Client Services, Tax             

Marcus Oglesby, Insurance, Audit             

Casey O’Keefe, Technology, Audit