ࡱ> CEBe `bjbj .xj\xj\`ll,$v8NNNN)))$t))NN0NNNkP. F0vB  B &B  )=K WX))) )))vB )))))))))l> :  August 1, 2018 For Immediate Release CONTACT: Judy Duff Brown Edwards jduff@becpas.com (540) 345-0936 Brown Edwards Among Nations Top 100 Accounting Firms INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA) announces the release of its 2018 annual financial performance analysis and ranking of the nations largest public accounting firms. Roanoke, Virginia based Brown Edwards is among the group of the nations top 100 firms again this year, moving up four spots to #95. With the move up the list, Brown Edwards is now one of the largest locally owned firms in Virginia and West Virginia. The rankings are based on 2017 U.S. net revenue. IPA is the industrys leading trade newsletter, and the report is the most accurate listing of the nations largest accounting firms based on fiscal performance. CEO Jason Hartman, says, This recognition and continued growth is validation of the firms leadership not only in the region but in the industry as well. It reinforces our philosophy of providing quality services to our clients. Ultimately, however, this is about our professionals and the passion, dedication, energy and commitment they proactively demonstrate with clients on a daily basis. Brown Edwards is a full-service regional accounting firm with offices in three states. In addition to the traditional auditing, accounting, and taxation services, the firm provides industry leading service to a diverse clientele including contractors, state and local government entities, private education institutions, regional and community financial institutions, healthcare providers, distributors, real estate developers, retailers/wholesalers, and not-for-profit organizations. 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