Think, LLP Acquires Black Line Group

BlackLine Acquires FourQ Systems

January 27, 2022

Software

BlackLine, Inc. completed the acquisition of FourQ Systems, Inc. to integrate FourQ's intercompany financial management and tax/transfer-pricing capabilities into BlackLine's cloud financial operations platform. The deal closed Jan. 26, 2022 for $165 million in cash at close plus up to $75 million in earnouts, enhancing BlackLine's intercompany automation and compliance offerings for multinational finance teams.

Ryan Acquires Indigo Consulting Group Ltd

July 6, 2023

Accounting & Tax

Ryan, a global tax services and software provider, has acquired Indigo Consulting Group Ltd, a Hertfordshire-based R&D tax relief consultancy serving the construction industry. Indigo's seven-person team will join Ryan to strengthen the firm's R&D tax relief and innovation funding capabilities across the UK and Europe.

Ryan Acquires Australian R&D Tax Credits Firm TCF Services

January 4, 2021

Professional Services

Ryan, a global tax services and software provider, has acquired TCF Services, an Australian R&D tax incentive and government grants consulting firm with offices in Sydney and Melbourne. The acquisition expands Ryan’s Australian presence and R&D tax credit capabilities, adding experienced tax professionals and client relationships to Ryan’s Asia‑Pacific team.

Creative Planning Acquires CTB Financial Services

August 22, 2023

Financial Services

Creative Planning, a leading independent Registered Investment Advisor, has acquired CTB Financial Services, Ltd., a Minneapolis-based RIA known for tax-focused wealth planning. The deal expands Creative Planning's tax-planning capabilities and integrates CTB's advisory services into Creative Planning's broader wealth management platform.

Source Advisors Acquires Intrepid Advisors

December 8, 2020

Accounting & Tax

Source Advisors, supported by equity partner Gainline Capital Partners, has acquired Intrepid Advisors to expand its nationwide footprint and technical leadership in R&D tax credit and specialized tax incentive consulting. The deal strengthens Source Advisors' service offering for manufacturing, technology companies, and CPA firm partners by adding Intrepid's engineering-driven R&D tax credit expertise.

Ryan Acquires Brayn Consulting LLC

April 1, 2025

Accounting & Tax

Ryan, a global tax services and software provider, has acquired Brayn Consulting LLC, a Houston-centric tax services firm specializing in R&D tax credits, cost segregation, and green energy income tax incentives. As part of the acquisition, Brayn CEO Brady Bryan will join Ryan as Principal and National Leader – Real Property Income Tax Incentives, expanding Ryan’s Income Tax practice and outreach to mid-market companies nationwide.