CHICAGO (Jan. 7, 2026) — Baker Tilly, a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, today announced that Eric Miles has assumed the role of chief executive officer, succeeding Jeff Ferro. Miles’ succession was previously announced in connection with the firm’s combination with Moss Adams in June. He now leads Baker Tilly as it continues to redefine advisory and accounting services for mid-market clients. “For more than 20 years, Eric has delivered exceptional leadership,” said Jeff Ferro, outgoing CEO of Baker Tilly. “He understands what our clients and our people need as the firm continues to evolve, and I have full confidence in his ability to lead Baker Tilly forward. It has been a privilege to serve as CEO, and I’m excited about what lies ahead for the firm.” Miles brings a deep and broad range of experience to the role. He began his career in public accounting in 1997, gaining experience across operations, compliance, accounting, infor

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Expanded industry specialization, geographic reach and private equity investment position the firm for long-term growth and innovation. CHICAGO and SEATTLE (April 21, 2025) – In a transformative move that redefines advisory and accounting services for the middle market, Baker Tilly and Moss Adams today announced their planned combination to create the sixth largest advisory CPA firm in the US. Expected to close in early June of this year, the combination strengthens the firms’ industry specialization, expands its geographic reach and enhances its capabilities across advisory, tax and assurance services. With complementary strengths and a shared commitment to client success, Baker Tilly and Moss Adams will unite under the Baker Tilly name, forming a leading firm positioned to help middle-market businesses navigate an increasingly complex environment. Jeff Ferro, CEO of Baker Tilly, will serve as CEO of the combined firm through his retirement, with Eric Miles, cur

Wine’s Most Inspiring People 2024: Tom Klein — A 35-Year Legacy of Excellence

By Laurie Wachter   It’s been 45 years since Tom Klein first set eyes on Rodney Strong winery and vineyards.  He was working at McKinsey & Company after earning his […]

Concrete may not be the first material that comes to mind for vineyard managers who are setting up or reinforcing their trellis systems this year. Jensen Precast, the largest independently-owned precast company in the United States, is giving viticulturists serious reasons to think again. Jensen Precast, known since 1968 for its expertise in the manufacturing of concrete building materials such as sewer pipes, parking barriers, and bridge beams for infrastructure development, has introduced the Harvest Pillar, a new concept in trellising for vineyards, orchards, hop yards, and nut farms. The advantages of Harvest Pillar concrete posts over traditional wood or steel trellis systems are compelling. "Harvest Pillar concrete posts will help growers save on costly repairs and replacement of wood and steel posts," explains George Kehagias, Technical Sales Manager for Jensen Precast. "Concrete has long been used in Europe and Australia for trellising. We are now intr

3 Badge Beverage Corp. Expands Sales and Supply Chain Teams Amid Growing Portfolio Needs

SONOMA, Calif. (June 9, 2022) — Wine and spirits négociant, 3 Badge Beverage Corporation, today announced the hiring of Melena Elliott as Sales Market Manager overseeing the Florida and Georgia region […]

Erez Klein Joins ANW as Wine Portfolio Manager 

April 27th – Aligning direction of American Northwest Wine Portfolio development advancing  its Fine Wine selections with our Pacific Northwest framework, ANW taps the  leadership and category management experience of […]

Afternoon Brief, June 22nd

Vintage Wine Estates, Inc. Completes Acquisition of the Sommelier Company: Vintage Wine Estates, Inc., one of the fastest growing U.S. wine producers with an industry leading direct-to-customer platform, today announced that it has completed its acquisition of The Sommelier Company. Founded by Principal Jörn (“Joey”) Kleinhans PhD, CFA, in 2013, The Sommelier Company is a global provider of independent wine and spirits expertise, private tasting events and education...