What CPAMERICA does

CPAmerica is a private membership association of 90+ independent certified public accounting and advisory firms across 45 U.S. states, founded in 1978 and headquartered in Gainesville, Florida. Member firms collectively include 950+ partners, 140 offices, and 4,000 professionals, and CPAmerica itself operates with an 11–50 person staff led by President & CEO Grace Horvath. Its members are mid-market CPA firms that participate in a curated peer-to-peer network and access international reach through CPAmerica's membership in Crowe Global, which operates 815+ independent accounting and advisory offices in 150+ countries with combined network firm revenue of $6.5 billion.

The association's core products are non-software services built on digital collaboration infrastructure rather than proprietary technology: the Center of Excellence platform (thrive.cpamerica.org), 24/7 monitored discussion forums, the Visitation Improvement Program (VIP) for peer practice management reviews, proprietary member surveys across practice management, HR, technology, and marketing, 17+ annual live events across the United States, AICPA-partnered staff training, Special Interest Groups (CAS, International, Large Firm, NextGen, New Partners, HR, Marketing), and a network of 60+ Preferred Providers. A sub-program called CPAConnect serves smaller firms typically with 1–5 partners and revenue generally below $5 million. There is no public-facing software product, API, or developer platform.

Revenue is generated primarily through recurring annual membership dues paid by member firms, supplemented by event-driven sponsorship and Preferred Provider fees. Membership is selective — prospective firms must meet size and geography criteria and pass a quality review approved by the Council of Members — making it a curated, relationship-driven GTM model rather than a transactional sales motion. Distribution runs through peer referrals, the public member directory, 17+ annual events, Crowe Global international referrals, and Preferred Provider channels. End-client revenue is generated by member firms themselves, not by CPAmerica.

Name

CPAMERICA

Legal name

CPAmerica, Inc.

Website

https://cpamerica.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CPAmerica is a 1978-founded membership association of 90+ independent CPA and advisory firms across 45 U.S. states, providing peer collaboration, training events, and international reach via the Crowe Global network to 950+ collective partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Accounting Association Services

NAICS

Business Associations (81391), Professional Organizations (81392)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Accounting, Audit & Tax (CPA/CA/ACCA CPE) (EDAAALAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Continuing Education (CE/CPD) & Provider Accreditation Bodies (EDADACAF)

Keywords

• Accounting association services
• CPA firm membership
• Peer review network
• Professional development CPA
• Audit quality improvement

Headquarters

HQ city

Gainesville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: CPAmerica generates revenue through dues paid by member CPA firms. Membership is selective — firms undergo a rigorous quality review and must be approved by the association's Council of Members. A separate dues-based program called CPAConnect serves smaller firms with revenues generally below $5 million.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

CPAmerica is a membership association of independent CPA and advisory firms that provides peer collaboration, professional training, conferences, and access to an international accounting network (Crowe Global). Its core services include the Center of Excellence knowledge platform, Special Interest Groups, a Visitation Improvement Program (VIP) for peer review, member surveys, CPAConnect for smaller firms, and a Preferred Provider program offering vetted vendor solutions.

Product overview

CPAmerica is an association of independent CPA and advisory firms, not a software product company. The organization offers a portfolio of member services including Crowe Global international network access (150+ countries), the Visitation Improvement Program (VIP) for practice management, over 15 annual live events plus virtual training and webinars, Special Interest Groups, the Center of Excellence online collaboration platform, Discussion Forums, and proprietary Member Surveys. A sub-program called CPAConnect serves smaller firms with revenues below $5 million. The association connects members to over 60 Preferred Providers. There is no public-facing software product, API, or developer platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Crowe Global International Network Access Membership benefit that gives CPAAmerica member firms access to Crowe Global, an international network of independent accounting firms, enabling them to coordinate cross-border engagements and access global expertise for their clients.
• CPAConnect A scaled-down membership program for smaller independent CPA firms, providing access to webinars, learning content, a member directory, and a lighter-touch peer community at a reduced price point.
• Center of Excellence A peer knowledge and resource platform that allows member firms to access technical expertise, practice management resources, and shared knowledge across the CPAAmerica network.
• Visitation Improvement Program (VIP) A peer review and audit quality improvement program in which member firms conduct peer visits to benchmark and improve their audit and accounting practices.
• Events, Training and Webinars Conferences, webinars, and professional training programs delivered to member firms and their staff on technical accounting, audit, tax, and practice management topics.
• Special Interest Groups (SIGs) Member-led practice communities organized around shared topics (such as industries or service lines) that enable peer collaboration and knowledge sharing among CPAAmerica members.
• Preferred Provider Program A vetted vendor partnership program that gives member firms access to preferred third-party providers of software, consulting, financial, HR, and other services relevant to CPA firm operations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 78 percent of CPAmerica member firms have been recognized by Accounting Today, INSIDE Public Accounting and Forbes in categories including Top 100–500 Firms, Best Firms to Work For, America's Top CPAs, and Best of the Best.
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers87 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• SAPROcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 May 2026SAPRO is a leading provider of accounting workforce and offshore talent solutions, helping firms scale efficiently and strengthen their assurance, tax, client accounting services (CAS), and advisory capabilities. SAPRO joins CPAmerica as a Preferred Provider, offering firms access to experienced professionals across assurance, tax, CAS, and sustainability services with flexible resourcing, improved turnaround times, and cost-effective growth. SAPRO is the newest of over 70 CPAmerica Preferred Providers.
• AICPA (American Institute of Certified Public Accountants)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020CPAmerica has partnered with the AICPA to offer Audit Staff Essentials Training and Tax Staff Training exclusively to member firms. Junior and senior staff can establish skills to work with greater independence. This partnership also provides opportunity for technical and professional skills training while building relationships with fellow CPAmerica members. Additionally, AICPA corporate office at 220 Leigh Farm Road, Durham is a venue for CPAmerica events.
• Crowe GlobalflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1978CPAmerica is a member of Crowe Global, a worldwide accounting network with 815+ independent accounting and advisory services offices in 150+ countries and combined firm revenue of $6.5 billion. Through this membership, CPAmerica member firms access the International Referral system to serve clients expanding internationally. The association is the member of the network — not its member firms — ensuring their independence from Crowe Global network firms. Earlier sources cite the Crowe Global network as comprising 200+ firms in 120+ countries (850+ offices, 150+ countries in a later source).

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Allinial Global: Allinial Global is a worldwide alliance of independent accounting and law firms, structured very similarly to CPAmerica as a dues-based association of mid-market CPA firms that pools resources, training, and referrals. It is the closest direct peer by member profile and value proposition.
• PKF North America: PKF North America is a regional member of PKF International, serving U.S. mid-market CPA firms with a comparable model of shared resources, international referrals, and member events. Competes with CPAmerica for the same independent U.S. accounting firm constituency.
• PrimeGlobal: PrimeGlobal is an international association of independent accounting firms offering peer collaboration, CPE, and cross-border referrals. Directly comparable to CPAmerica's structure, though it operates globally and covers more regions beyond the U.S. mid-market.
• AGN International: AGN International is a worldwide association of independent accounting firms providing member-to-member referrals, learning, and practice resources. Competes with CPAmerica for U.S. mid-market CPA firm memberships and has similar Crowe Global–style international coverage.
• DFK International: DFK International is a global accounting association connecting independent firms across continents. Comparable to CPAmerica in its dues-based model, peer-to-peer knowledge sharing, and international referral network for member firms.
• Moore North America: Moore North America is the U.S. arm of Moore Global, an association of independent accounting and advisory firms. Directly comparable to CPAmerica in serving mid-market U.S. CPA firms with international reach, peer exchange, and shared back-office resources.
• Kreston International: Kreston International is a global network of independent accounting firms offering member collaboration, cross-border referrals, and shared resources. Comparable to CPAmerica's CPAConnect and full-membership tiers for smaller and mid-sized U.S. firms.
• BKR International: BKR International is a worldwide association of accounting and consulting firms serving mid-market clients. Competes with CPAmerica for U.S. member firms by offering international referrals, peer exchange, and shared service providers.

Broad incumbents

• RSM US Alliance: RSM US Alliance is a branded alliance of CPA firms affiliated with RSM US, a top-10 U.S. accounting firm. Comparable membership model and target market, but RSM US Alliance is tied to a single large brand rather than a fully independent association.
• BDO Alliance USA: BDO Alliance USA is BDO's national network of independent CPA firms, similar in spirit to CPAmerica's membership model but embedded within a Top 10 firm brand. Competes for the same independent mid-market U.S. CPA firm constituency.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/cpamericaintl
• Facebookfacebook.com/CPAmerica
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cpamerica

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles25 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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