Rehmann announces big changes in Florida

TROY, Mich., Jan. 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Rehmann, one of the nation's leading financial services firms, is building on a decade of growth in the Florida market with the opening of a new office in Naples, as well as combining with Bonita Springs-based Wiebel, Hennells and Carufe, PLLC and Naples, Fla.-based Jana Knudson of Lutz & Knudson, PA. on January 1.

The combinations bring together three dynamic companies in the financial services industry, leveraging the proven strengths of each.

Founded in 1989, WH&C supports the Southwest Florida region by offering traditional and non-traditional business and financial services. The firm was built upon its Southwest Florida roots and works to expand the depth and breadth of supporting resources for clients.

"This is an opportunity to create something bigger and better with people and companies who have proven track records in partnering with clients to achieve great success," said Doug Wiebel, managing partner at Wiebel, Hennells and Carufe. "We already have a powerful reputation in the Florida region and going forward we will be even more of a leader in the financial services industry."

Jana Knudson, CPA, brings more than 30 years of valuable tax and accounting experience to the firm, including operating her own firm, Naples-based Lutz & Knudson, PA. Knudson's client centric philosophy fits well in Rehmann's culture, making her a great addition to its Naples office.

With strong cultures of innovation, collaboration, and "putting people first," these combinations will enable the delivery of a broad range of services and solutions to clients and provide enhanced opportunity for its associates.

Clients will receive the same quality service they experienced during each firm's legacy while receiving an array of additional resources through Rehmann's large network of CPAs, consultants and wealth advisors.

"These combinations are dynamic and transformative opportunities as we continue to grow our Florida presence," said Rehmann CEO Randy Rupp. "This will give us the chance to leverage the individual strengths of Rehmann, WH&C and Jana Knudson across a larger footprint in Southwest Florida, and enhance our ability to drive growth and deliver business wisdom."

WH&C associates will remain in their Bonita Springs, Fla. office under the Rehmann banner, and continue to have a satellite office in Fort Myers.

Along with the business combinations, Rehmann's Naples office has moved to a new location: 6609 Willow Park, Naples, Florida, 34109.

About Rehmann
Rehmann is a fully integrated financial services firm of CPAs & consultants, wealth advisors and corporate investigators dedicated to providing clients proactive ideas and solutions to help them prosper professionally and personally. The firm offers a cross-functional team approach that gives clients direct access to a professional in any available service. Rehmann has more than 800 associates in Michigan, Ohio and Florida. Rehmann is an independent member of Nexia International, offering clients a global approach. Find us online at rehmann.com.

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