UHY Adds Adamson & Co. in Texas

Top 30 accounting firm UHY has combined with Adamson & Co., the largest independently owned CPA firm in Corpus Christi, TX. Financial terms of the deal weren't disclosed. Managing partners Austin Adamson, Jennifer Perales, and Trevor Prewett will join UHY along with the firm's partners and staff. This is Farmington Hills, MI-based UHY's seventh M&A deal in 2026. The firm has also added Michigan CFO Associates, RBT CPAs, Larson Tax Partners, CMJ LLP, Manley Garvin, and Anderson, Lower, Whitlow PC this year. UHY received private equity backing from Boston-based investment firm Summit Partners in late 2024. UHY says the addition of Adamson & Co. strengthens its ability to serve middle-market businesses, closely held companies, entrepreneurs, and individuals with expanded accounting, tax, advisory, and consulting services. Steven McCarty 'We're building something special at UHY. By integrating with like-minded firms that share our values and client focus, we can deliver a next level of service to emerging entrepreneurial and privately owned businesses, many of whom are facing increasing complexity and a growing need for specialized expertise,' Steven McCarty, chairman and CEO of UHY, said in a statement on Sept. 8. 'Adamson & Company has earned an outstanding reputation for putting clients first and delivering exceptional service. Their culture, values, and commitment to quality align closely with UHY's mission and client base, and we're excited to welcome them to UHY.' Founded by Craig Adamson, Adamson & Co. has advised businesses, municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and individuals across South Texas since 1981. The firm provides comprehensive auditing, tax, and advisory services tailored to the region's key industries and economic drivers. 'A people-driven culture and client centricity have been the foundation of Adamson & Company's growth for over 40 years. Joining UHY will allow us to maintain the personalized service our clients expect while giving them access to a broader range of capabilities, industry specialists, and national resources,' Austin Adamson said in a statement. 'Just as importantly, our team gains access to new professional development opportunities and a larger platform for continued growth.' UHY says the combination reflects its ongoing investment in strategic growth markets and its focus on building a national firm capable of delivering industry-specific solutions across an increasingly complex business environment. In addition, the firm says the deal also reinforces its commitment to expanding its presence in key regions across the country. UHY currently serves clients throughout Texas via its regional hub in Houston Through this deal, clients will benefit from an expanded suite of services, including business consulting, cybersecurity, transaction advisory, wealth management, and other specialized solutions, officials say. Founders Advisors served as M&A advisor to Adamson & Co. UHY currently employs more than 2,000 professionals across more than 40 offices in the U.S. Sign in to get access to this free resource, and all of our whitepapers and reports.