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Ascend empowers entrepreneurial CPAs to reach their goals with an innovative growth model that brings their firms into the new age. Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a modern platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a large CPA firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition, best-of-breed technology, a catalytic leadership system, shared back-office services, and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount todays industry challenges and reach their full potential. Founded in January 2023, the company attained revenues sufficient to qualify it as a Top 100 U.S. accounting firm within six months of operation.
Cogency Global Inc. is a New York-based company that provides registered agent, process agent, corporate compliance, and transactional legal support services. Founded in 1980, it serves clients worldwide across various industries, including nonprofits. The company employs around 300 people and generates approximately $63 million in annual revenue. With expertise in over 4,000 jurisdictions, Cogency offers localized services and maintains a multilingual team for 24-hour support. The company provides a wide range of services tailored for law firms, nonprofits, lenders, and businesses. These include registered and process agent services, corporate compliance and filings, and transactional support. Cogency also offers international solutions with country-specific expertise to ensure smooth operations. Its technology-enabled tools enhance service delivery, featuring data-driven reporting and online platforms for document organization and compliance tracking.
EDGAR COUNTY BANK IS NOW PROSPECT BANK Edgar County Bank opened its doors in 1873 with a single mission: To help people achieve the American Dream. That mission is as true today as it was 144 years ago. Over time, weve grown alongside the Central Illinois community—and thanks to your support, weve expanded beyond Edgar County. Thats why, effective immediately, Edgar County Bank is now Prospect Bank: a name that reflects who we are today, and our plans for the future. We believe in the people of Central Illinois. As Prospect Bank, were not going anywhere. Were going everywhere—and were excited to show you what we can do for you. If you have any questions about our name change or anything related to Prospect Bank, dont hesitate to contact us. https://www.bankprospect.com/