Our New Vision for the Firm of Tomorrow:
Forging the Middle Path
Option 1
Traditional
Acquisition
Loss of control, loss of identity, directed rules of engagement
“Just Right”
Scale with Soul, partner co-creation, collaboration, brand evolution, build the firm of tomorrow
Option 2
Alliance
Model
"Complete autonomy," minimal decision-making, no brand transformation, opportunistic rules of engagement
Welcome to Springline
In a world racing for size, we value what matters—an entrepreneurial spirit that puts people first. At Springline, we’re here to build sustainable businesses while generating long-term value for your employees and clients. Growth requires strategic and proactive planning, the right resources, and collaboration with like-minded partners who’ve been here before.
Get to know us and our unique partner co-creation process dedicated to serving the middle market and our vision for building the firm of tomorrow – together.
The Urgency of Now
The middle market is the heartbeat of today’s economy yet accounting and advisory firm partners are at a critical inflection point as a result of:
Declining supply of talent
Fewer people are pursuing accounting and business advisory careers, while tenure for those who do enter the field is shrinking
Accelerating industry disruptions
Expanding expectations for tech enablement, off and nearshoring, service-line expansion, and the rise of AI and hyper-automation
Generational shift applying pressure to partner model
Next generation of firm leadership is pushing for faster access to rewards and is advocating for meaningful change to the traditional model
Immediate need for capital
Disruptive pressures and the pace of change are triggering an “arms race” across the industry, which is forcing firms to seek access to capital for funding intended technology and model investments
Regulatory “acceptance” for alternative practice structure
The emergence of alternative practice structure has opened the door for private investment
If you started a firm today,
what would it look like?
We’re building a future Top 25 firm where culture is a key lever to drive outsized impact, where we unite to offer our people extraordinary opportunities, and where our valued clients continue receiving exceptional care with an expanded array of resources. Together, we’ll forge a faster path toward a thriving legacy for the teams, clients, and communities we serve.
Tim Brackney, CEO, Springline Advisory
