Gord McFarlane, FCA, FCPA, CBV, Joins Achen Henderson CPAs as President of McFarlane Transition Advisors
Calgary, AB — January 27, 2025 — Achen Henderson CPAs is proud to announce a major milestone in our continued growth and specialization. Gord McFarlane, FCA, FCPA, CBV, has joined our team as President of McFarlane Transition Advisors. This expansion means we now offer unparalleled expertise in Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), Business Valuations, and Transition Planning, further solidifying our position as a trusted partner for business owners navigating pivotal transitions.
With over 30 years of industry experience, Gord McFarlane is a visionary leader and a trusted advisor to hundreds of businesses. His impressive career includes serving as National Managing Partner, Advisory Services at a Top 10 global accounting firm. More recently, Gord led the M&A team that transformed Canada’s largest diversified healthcare organization, scaling it from 180 to over 400 locations in just five years and achieving over double the revenue and EBITDA.
Beyond his extensive business achievements, Gord is a respected authority in the Chartered Business Valuator (CBV) profession. He has served on the Board of the CBV Institute, chaired the Professional Practice and Standards Committee, and was an Executive Board member of the International Institute of Business Valuers.
Empowering Business Owners with Tailored Expertise
At Achen Henderson CPAs, we understand that no two businesses are alike. With Gord at the helm of McFarlane Transition Advisors, we provide business owners with customized strategies to maximize value and achieve their goals.
Key areas of focus include:
Preparing Businesses for Sale
Helping owners maximize value and ensure a seamless transaction.
Mergers and Acquisitions
Providing strategic guidance for buying, selling, or merging businesses.
Business Valuations
Delivering accurate, comprehensive assessments to uncover a business’s true worth.
Gord’s extensive experience ensures that business owners gain the insights and support they need to make informed, confident decisions during critical business transitions.
“Joining Achen Henderson CPAs is an exciting opportunity to bring my expertise to a firm that shares my commitment to helping business owners succeed. Transitioning a business is one of the most significant decisions an owner will face, and I’m passionate about providing the tools and guidance to make that journey as rewarding as possible,” – Gord McFarlane.
Let’s Maximize Your Business’s Potential
If you’re ready to explore how Gord McFarlane and McFarlane Transition Advisors can help you increase the value of your business, connect with Gord directly at gord@transitionadvisors.ca or visit him online.
About Achen Henderson CPAs
Achen Henderson CPAs is a premier accounting firm specializing in strategic financial services for business owners. With expertise in corporate tax, M&A, valuations, and high-performance accounting, we help clients thrive by offering tailored solutions that drive growth, reduce costs, and minimize taxes.