Press Release
Baker Tilly to expand Southeast presence with addition of KraftCPAs
June 26, 2025
CHICAGO and NASHVILLE (June 26, 2025) – Leading advisory, tax and assurance firm Baker Tilly announces its intent to acquire KraftCPAs PLLC (KraftCPAs), a Nashville-based accounting and advisory firm with a decades-long track record of service and specialization across key industries. The combination marks another milestone in Baker Tilly’s strategic growth, further expanding its footprint in the Southeast and enhancing its ability to serve clients in one of the nation’s fastest-growing markets.
For more than 60 years, KraftCPAs has built a strong reputation for client service, integrity and deep industry knowledge across assurance, tax and advisory services. The firm’s expertise spans construction, healthcare, manufacturing, not-for-profits, professional services, real estate and private equity.
Our firms share a commitment to high-quality service and a culture rooted in collaboration and integrity. By joining Baker Tilly, we’re expanding what’s possible for our clients and giving our team exciting new paths to grow and thrive.Chris Hight, chief manager, KraftCPAs
The Nashville market continues to experience rapid growth and transformation. KraftCPAs’s strong local presence and industry specialization, combined with Baker Tilly’s national scale and resources, position the combined firm to meet increasing demand for specialized, forward-looking solutions.
This combination is about bringing together two like-minded firms to better serve our clients and communities. KraftCPAs’s brings not only deep local roots, but also industry expertise that strengthens our presence in the Southeast — a region where we’re focused on strategic, long-term investment.