BDO Dunwoody LLP and Amisano Hanson announce merger
News Release
January 21, 2008
Vancouver, January 21: In order to expand their services to more of Western Canada’s most dynamic companies, BDO Dunwoody LLP and Amisano Hanson in Vancouver have agreed to merge their professional practices effective January 1, 2008 under the BDO Dunwoody LLP name.
This merger allows Amisano Hanson professionals to continue providing their quality services to Vancouver-area public and private companies with the backing of one Canada’s oldest and most successful firms. The combination will provide an expanded range of services and professionals to existing clients in the Greater Vancouver area.
BDO Dunwoody LLP is one of Canada’s leading advisory and accounting firms, and an independent Member Firm of BDO International, the fifth largest global network of accounting and advisory firms. BDO Dunwoody offers a multitude of Accounting and Advisory services including Assurance, Taxation, Risk and Financial Advisory Services
Amisano Hanson has been a leader in the Vancouver area, providing services to businesses for over 18 years. The Amisano Hanson team advises businesses in all sectors and has particular strength in public companies.
Gilles Chaput, CEO of BDO Dunwoody LLP, recognizes the opportunities presented by this merger. “Amisano Hanson has a reputation of providing quality services to both public and private companies. But what makes this merger especially noteworthy is that the combined strength of the firm in the Vancouver marketplace will provide a clear alternative for public and private companies looking for a professional services firm and a strong global network with the depth and experience to meet their needs.”
Terry Amisano of Amisano Hanson comments: “This is an opportunity for our company to expand the services we provide to our clients. With the backing of BDO Dunwoody and the BDO International Network, we ensure that our clients’ needs are met as they grow while opening the door to greater opportunities within the marketplace.”
Media Contacts:
Gordon Lee
National Director – Marketing
BDO Dunwoody LLP
T: (416)-369-3050
E: glee@bdo.ca
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BDO Dunwoody LLP is an entrepreneurially-spirited accounting and advisory firm. As Canada’s dominant firm serving mid-sized businesses with more than 95 offices nationwide, BDO has the size and strength to present clients with a full range of comprehensive professional services. Through BDO International, which has more than 20,000 professionals in over 100 countries, the firm’s support extends around the globe.
