Addition of Answerport’s capabilities will boost CLA’s digital solutions offerings, expanding tech-driven client support.
CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP), one of the nation’s leading accounting and professional services firms with a growing global presence, announced today that the Answerport team is joining CLA.
Answerport, a technology advisory firm that works closely with private equity firms and the companies they invest in, further strengthens CLA’s ability to help investment firms and business leaders manage the technological challenges that often arise when companies are bought, sold or combined. These moments can require major changes to systems, data, cybersecurity and day-to-day IT operations, often on tight timelines.
Located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Answerport specializes in helping companies navigate these transitions. Its team helps organizations set up technology systems after acquisition, separate systems when a company is carved out of a larger organization, integrate systems after mergers and manage ongoing IT operations once the transition is complete.
“Major business transactions often create complex technology challenges,” said James Watson, Chief Solutions Officer for CLA.“By adding Answerport’s experience and capabilities, we can help our clients manage those transitions more smoothly, from the financial and operational planning all the way through the technology systems that keep their businesses running.”
Answerport has built a reputation for working with private equity firms and their portfolio companies, helping them move quickly and confidently during acquisitions and other major changes. The firm’s team provides hands-on support to make sure that technology systems are ready for a transaction and remain reliable once the deal is complete. By bringing Answerport’s talent into CLA, clients will be able to work with one coordinated team that understands both the financial and technology aspects of business transactions.
Leveraging Answerport’s technological know-how alongside CLA’s growing digital solutions capability, along with CLA’s deep experience in accounting, tax, consulting and transaction advisory, will allow clients to address both the financial and operational sides of complex deals in one place.
“Technology is often one of the biggest hurdles when companies are bought, sold or combined,” said John Cordio, CEO and Founder of Answerport. “Joining CLA allows us to work alongside a broader team of financial and business advisors so clients can move through those moments faster and with even greater confidence.”
Answerport will continue serving private equity firms and portfolio companies while working closely with CLA professionals across the firm’s national network.
About Answerport
Founded in 1999 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Answerport helps organizations use technology more effectively to run and grow their businesses. The firm advises companies on technology strategy, helps implement and manage IT systems, and provides practical guidance to improve operations and business processes. For more information, please visit https://www.answerport.com/.
About CLA
CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With nearly 9,000 people, about 120 U.S. locations, and a global vision, we promise to know you and help you. CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP) is an independent network member of CLA Global. See CLAglobal.com/disclaimer. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor.