Everything you need to know about PE in accounting
November 19–20, 2025 | Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel | Chicago, IL

What's the impact of private equity on the accounting profession?

Welcome to Accounting Today’s PE SUMMIT – the only conference laser-focused on the recent trend of private equity investments in top accounting firms. There’s no other event that explores the opportunities PE investments bring and helps you evaluate what might be the right fit for your firm.

This is your destination to gain a clear understanding of how PE works in accounting. We’ll dive deep into the latest opportunities and demystify the complexities, including regulatory and compliance considerations, growth strategies and integration post-acquisition.

 

Dan Hood shares insights on what to expect at PE SUMMIT

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Anticipated attendees
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Accounting firm managing partners and executive leaders
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PE firm leaders
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Deal advisors: Advisory firms, legal, banks, management consultants

Insights and experiences you can’t find anywhere else

You’ll hear directly from leaders who have been through an acquisition and firms that have taken on PE investments.
You’ll also hear from experts on deal structures and PE firms about how they work with accounting firms.
Plus, you’ll experience facilitated networking that connects interested parties.

Topics include:

Structuring a PE deal

Structuring a PE deal

Making your firm acquisition-ready

Making your firm acquisition-ready

Strategic considerations for PE investments and alternatives to PE

Strategic considerations for PE investments and alternatives to PE

Join us in Chicago

Dive into the rich culture of downtown Chicago from the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, which is within walking distance of Millennium Park, the Magnificent Mile, and Navy Pier. Designed by famed architect Jeanne Gang, our striking hotel places guests in the heart of the city with easy access to Financial District businesses and attractions like “The Bean” and the Chicago Riverwalk.

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Sponsorship opportunities

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