CLA Global Welcomes New Alliance Member in United States

Willmar, Minn. and London, April 17, 2024 —CLA Global Limited (CLA Global), a leading global organization comprised of independent accounting and advisory firms, announced that Christianson PLLP joined as an alliance member of CLA Global in the United States.

Christianson PLLP provides audit, tax and outsourcing services across a range of industries including agriculture, renewable energy and natural resources, financial services, real estate and construction and technology. Headquartered in Willmar, Minnesota, Christianson PLLP has six offices and more than 80 staff members.

Joel Gratz, Managing Partner of Christianson PLLP, said, “As a firm, we have explored the idea of joining an Alliance for a number of years. In learning more about CLA Global, its people, the expertise of its members, and network of relationships, we saw an opportunity that we could build on. We look forward to the collaborative efforts with CLA Global including technical resources, network experience, as well as leadership and growth opportunities.”

Joe Kask, co-CEO of CLA Global said, “With their strength and experience in renewable fuels and agricultural industries, Christianson PLLP will bring valuable insights to the CLA Global organization, delivering further value to our member firms.”

Sancho Simmonds, co-CEO of CLA Global, adds, “The knowledge and technical experience in key industries that Christianson PLLP brings will enable CLA Global members to further expand their knowledge base and skills.”

CLA Global was founded on July 1, 2022, by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP and Evelyn Partners. The organization offers one of the largest financial outsourcing services and private client and wealth advisory platforms of any global accounting organization. Currently, CLA Global has more than 180 offices across the world and more than 13,500 personnel across the network. Member firms provide services to clients of all sizes, with a particular emphasis on fast-growing, innovative, and dynamic middle market cross-border businesses.

Based on reported 2021 fee income, Accountancy Age ranked CLA Global 15th among the top global accounting and advisory organizations in the world.

Christianson PLLP:
Christianson PLLP is a full-service CPA firm that has been providing accounting, tax, attestation, , and advisory services for over 35 years to a variety of clients, of all sizes, in several industries.

The firm is comprised of dynamic teammates who are community–minded and believe the work they do makes a difference to their clients every day. Christianson PLLP’s mission is to be client-focused and driven to find solutions through the firm’s knowledge, experience, and vision. Throughout the years, the firm has forged niches in the agriculture, manufacturing, and renewable fuels industries.

For more information, visit https://www.christiansoncpa.com/.

About CLA Global
CLA Global is an organization of independent accounting and advisory firms who are committed to delivering high quality client services, building inspired career opportunities, and creating opportunities for our communities.

About CLA Global alliance members
CLA Global is excited to expand its alliance membership on a global scale, including significant growth within the United States.

Becoming a CLA Global alliance member grants firms access to a wealth of additional capabilities and technical resources, empowering them to invest in technology and innovation, nurture inspiring careers, and drive firm expansion. The alliance membership presents a singular opportunity across the financial services sector, aimed at supporting privately held businesses worldwide. In the United States, the alliance membership facilitates strategic collaboration between the network member, CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP) and other independent accounting, consulting, and professional services alliance firms both domestically and internationally. This collaboration offers clients receive a comprehensive range of services, deep local insights, and seasoned industry experience.