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North Carolina CPA firms DMJ & Co., PLLC and Johnson Price Sprinkle PA merge as DMJPS PLLC

GGI member firm DMJ & Co., PLLC (“DMJ”) and Johnson Price Sprinkle PA (“JPS”) announced today that their professional accounting and advisory firms will become DMJPS PLLC effective 01 June. This merger combines the skills and expertise of two North Carolina powerhouses – DMJ in the east and JPS in the west. The dynamic union extends the firm’s footprint from North Carolina’s mountains to the coast.

DMJPS was formed to create greater opportunities for its clients, people, and communities. The firm will offer business advisory, tax, and assurance services to businesses, their owners, and high wealth individuals. By combining teams and expanding services, strong client relationships, uncompromising commitment to service quality, and niche expertise are solidified statewide. Expanded services will include valuations, mergers and acquisitions, succession and exit planning, and healthcare practice consulting. The firm’s expanded industries will include professional services, real estate, manufacturing, agriculture, and hospitality.

DMJPS will employ over 135 professionals, including 13 partners, and have 7 state-wide offce locations in Greensboro, Durham, Sanford, Wilmington, Asheville, Marion, and Boone. Benjamin Hamrick, JPS Chief Executive Offcer, and Michael Gillis, DMJ Managing Partner, will serve as co-CEOs. As a merged firm, DMJPS is projected to be a US Top 200 accounting firm with a revenue of USD 24 million.

Mike Gillis, DMJ Managing Partner said, “By becoming DMJPS, we can utilise our collective strengths to become more specialised with greater horsepower. We will retain the personal service and approach we’ve always valued. Growth opens up new opportunities, and I’m excited about our future-ready firm.”

Benjamin Hamrick, JPS Chief Executive Offcer said, “Our dedication to providing exceptional results and solutions to our clients, and growth opportunities for our team members is unwavering. This announcement is based on the foundation of two exceptional firms with wellestablished relationships and a shared commitment to our clients, team members, and communities. Nothing is more important than our expertise, integrity, and personal connections.”Be greater

DMJPS is committed to empowering its people and providing a positive and thriving environment. With an uncompromising commitment to clients and service quality, DMJPS was formed to make a positive impact with the guiding principle: be greater.

31 May 2022

Michael R. Gillis

DMJPS PLLC, Partner, Chief Executive Office

DMJPS PLLC