Plante Moran Announces Promotion of 25 New Partners and Two Affiliated Entity Members

Plante Moran Elevates 25 New Partners in a Major Leadership Expansion

Southfield, MI – In a significant move marking both its centennial year and a strategic expansion of its leadership team, Plante Moran, the esteemed accounting and consulting firm headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, has announced the promotion of 25 new partners. This announcement comes alongside the elevation of two new members to its affiliated entities, Plante Moran Realpoint and Plante Moran Trust, underscoring the firm’s commitment to broadening its expertise and services.

Plante Moran Realpoint, renowned for its comprehensive commercial real estate advisory services, and Plante Moran Trust, a nationally chartered trust company known for its trust administration, estate settlement, and family office services, are integral components of the firm’s diverse service offerings. The inclusion of new leaders in these entities highlights Plante Moran’s dedication to strengthening its capabilities in these critical areas.

The newly promoted partners and affiliated entity members represent a wide range of specialties, from risk and accounting advisory services to wealth management and cybersecurity. This diverse group of leaders is spread across various locations, including Southfield, East Lansing, Denver Tech Center, Detroit, Chicago, Auburn Hills, Cincinnati, Columbus, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor, reflecting the firm’s expansive footprint and its ability to serve clients across the United States.

Among the notable new partners are Matthew Bohdan, specializing in risk and accounting advisory services in Southfield, and Eric Bowers of Plante Moran Financial Advisors in East Lansing. The list also includes Alicia Cole in wealth management in Detroit and Ben Cote in tax services in the Denver Tax Center, among others. This group’s breadth of expertise and geographic diversity is a testament to Plante Moran’s comprehensive approach to client service and its national reach.

Jason Drake, who recently assumed the role of managing partner at Plante Moran, expressed his enthusiasm for the new appointments, stating, "We’re excited to welcome these incredible professionals to our partner group. This group of leaders has already added so much value to the firm, and there is no doubt they’ll continue to contribute to Plante Moran’s overall growth, success, and culture."

As Plante Moran celebrates its 100th anniversary, the firm boasts a robust team of more than 3,800 professionals across the United States, with international offices in Mexico, India, China, and Japan. This milestone year and the expansion of its leadership team underscore Plante Moran’s enduring legacy of excellence and its forward-looking vision for the future.

The promotion of these 25 new partners and two affiliated entity members marks a pivotal moment in Plante Moran’s history, setting the stage for continued growth and success in the years to come.