Atlanta Firm Brown, Nelms Merges into Carr, Riggs & Ingram

Top 25 nationally ranked accounting and advisory firm Carr, Riggs & Ingram (CRI) will increase its investment in the Greater Atlanta area with the merging of Peachtree City-based firm Brown, Nelms & Co., P.C.

“Brown Nelms and CRI share a strong commitment to serving the greater Atlanta area, extensive histories of exceptional client service, employee-focused cultures, and a dedication to forging growth in our profession,” stated Bill Carr, CRI’s managing partner and chairman. “This joining is a natural fit for both firms, and we look forward to our shared futures and the possibilities ahead for our clients, partners, employees, and the Atlanta area.”

Allan D. Koltin, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, who advised both firms on the combination, commented, “There is a reason why CRI is now the largest regional CPA and advisory firm based exclusively in the Southeast—and that reason is their culture of caring about their people and their clients. Combine that with their great leadership, talent, and innovation, and you quickly see why they have become a destination for great talent. And Brown Nelms is known throughout the Atlanta region for their specialization in the construction industry. They were sought after by many acquirers but chose CRI for all of the above reasons.”