Aprio Announces New Global Leaders to Drive Continued Growth
April 2, 2025
ATLANTA – April 2, 2025 – Aprio, the 24th largest business advisory and accounting firm in the U.S., today announced several key leadership appointments as the firm continues its rapid evolution to build the firm of the future.
“I’m thrilled to recognize our new leaders, whose valuable experience and commitment to Aprio’s values will drive our success. Their focus on growth, client engagement, and operational excellence will ensure Aprio’s continued success and exceptional impact for our clients and team members,” said Richard Kopelman, CEO of Aprio.
Aprio’s newest leaders include:
Mike Callahan – Head of Partner Success, Aprio Advisory Group, LLC
Mike Callahan, a member of Aprio’s leadership team since 2017, transitions from Chief Operating Officer to Head of Partner Success. In this new role, Mike will strengthen Aprio’s partner programs, enhance collaboration, and support the partner lifecycle from candidacy through continued career advancement to ensure partners are best positioned to thrive and add value to the client experience.
Michael Lange – Assurance Leader, CEO & Managing Partner, Aprio, LLP
Michael Lange steps into the role of Assurance Leader, CEO, and Managing Partner of Aprio, LLP, with nearly 20 years of experience at Aprio. Michael will lead Aprio’s assurance practice leveraging technology and enhancing processes to create efficiencies, allowing teams to deepen client relationships and provide tailored and innovative solutions for clients as they grow. Drawing on Aprio’s specialized audit experience, he will guide a team dedicated to empowering clients with the confidence and actionable financial insights they need to drive informed and impactful business decisions.
Marc Silverman – Go-To-Market Leader, Aprio Advisory Group, LLC
Marc Silverman has been named as Aprio’s Go-To-Market Leader, bringing a wealth of experience and a visionary approach to growth. Marc will be leading Aprio’s industry-focused strategy, driving expansion into key markets and ensuring that Aprio proactively addresses the growth of its ever-evolving needs of its clients. Under his leadership, Aprio is set to redefine excellence in delivering value and activating strategic market engagement.
Matt Wise – Chief Operating Officer, Aprio Advisory Group, LLC
Matt Wise has been named Chief Operating Officer. Prior to serving in this role, Matt served as Assurance Leader, and CEO and Managing Partner of Aprio, LLP, where he was pivotal in the growth of the audit and assurance practice during a transformative period. With a deep understanding of firm operations, Matt will drive efficiencies and enhance client service delivery across the firm. By leveraging data-driven insights, he will ensure Aprio continues to lead with a focus on quality, innovation, and growth.
As Aprio continues to evolve and grow, these appointments reflect the firm’s commitment to investing in its people-first culture, adding talented leaders to enhance team member and client experience, and position Aprio for continued sustainable growth.
About Aprio
Aprio is the brand name under which Aprio, LLP, and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, deliver professional services. Since 1952, clients throughout the U.S. and across more than 50 countries have trusted Aprio for guidance on how to achieve what’s next. As a premier business advisory and accounting firm, Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, delivers advisory, tax, managed, and private client services to build value, drive growth, manage risk, and protect wealth, and Aprio, LLP, provides audit and attest services. With proven experience and genuine care, Aprio serves individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses, from promising startups to market leaders alike. Aprio has grown to 2,000+ team members providing solutions to clients in industries including Manufacturing and Distribution, Non-Profit and Education, Professional Services, Real Estate, Construction, Restaurant, Franchise & Hospitality, Government Contracting, and Technology. Aprio.com
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