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CityViewNC.com | 11 T TRP CPAs, PLLC recently announced the acquisition of the accounting practice of Johnson Chestnutt, CPA. e latest addition by TRP expands the growing firm's reach and areas of expertise. TRP has served as client- trusted advisors for over 45 years and currently has offices in Fayetteville, Dunn and Sanford. TRP's strategic acquisition continues their commitment to possess the talent, skills and experience necessary to serve a wide variety of clients. is transaction marked the seventh accounting firm TRP has purchased. Personnel from Johnson Chestnutt, CPA will retain their existing clients and provide TRP with new skills and resources. "We are delighted to welcome new team members Kyra Beam, Pamela Chan and Kathy Lois to our firm," said Matthew Smith, TRP Merger Partner. "ey bring a level of service that will seamlessly integrate into our organization. We have a proven track record of growth at TRP and will continue to evaluate other possible acquisitions." TRP will be expanding their office space at the Fayetteville location to accommodate new employees and set the company up for success before the next tax season. Partner Jason Poole said the expansion at the Fayetteville office will add about 10 offices and be completed by mid-December. Because TRP has been in business for an extended time-period and employees live in the community, their team is dedicated to giving back. Employees provide more than 2,200 hours per year of volunteer involvement. "Our team members are involved in community service and are interested in giving back to the communities that we serve," said Taylor Stephenson, Human Resource Partner. "We serve as volunteers, board members and of course treasurers of many local non-profit organizations." TRP is well-positioned for success and is always looking to add new clients. As they continue to build their firm they have people who do a deep dive into specific industries. TRP employees provide clients with financial insights into agriculture, health care, government contracting, construction, distribution and other industries. "We're thrilled with the latest expansion," said Managing Partner Kelly Puryear. "Our team is trained to provide financial insights and tax planning to small businesses and their owners to help them make better financial decisions and increase their wealth. e team from Johnson Chestnutt, CPA adds great value for our clients and we are not finished yet. We look forward to growing and partnering with additional businesses and organizations in the region." TRP CPAS COMPLETE ACQUISITION Latest Addition Expands Capabilities and Adds Value for Clients S P E C I A L P R O M O T I O N A L S E C T I O N

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