ATLANTA – April 14, 2026 – Aprio, the 20th largest business advisory and accounting firm in the U.S., announces its 2026 partner class, recognizing leaders who have demonstrated sustained performance, strong leadership, and meaningful impact for our clients and teams.
“Watching talented professionals become partners is a rewarding part of leading Aprio. This class represents outstanding dedication, deep experience, and an unwavering commitment to the clients who trust us,” said Richard Kopelman, CEO of Aprio. “I look forward to the value they will continue to deliver for the entrepreneurs and business leaders we are fortunate to serve.”
2026 Aprio Partner Class Includes:
- Jordan Fladell, Managing Director, Technology Advisory Services – A 30-year technology veteran and former CEO, Jordan specializes in helping companies maximize returns on technology investments. Known for transforming underperforming platforms into scalable SaaS solutions, he strengthens Aprio’s technology advisory capabilities while guiding clients through digital transformation, AI adoption, and data-driven growth.
- Kelly Meadows, Executive Vice President, Aprio Talent Solutions – With more than 20 years of experience, Kelly helps organizations build and scale high-performing teams through strategic talent acquisition. She specializes in consultant placements, direct hires, and executive search, enabling clients to grow, strengthen operations, and access the talent they need to move forward.
- Shane Peden, Managing Director, Information Assurance Services – A seasoned technology and cybersecurity leader, Shane helps high-growth companies build scalable, certifiable security programs. His vision for automation, unified controls, and elevated client experiences advances Aprio’s Information Assurance practice.
Aprio’s partner promotions reflect the firm’s commitment to fostering leadership, focus on delivering tailored solutions for clients, and supporting growth across its growing, global platform.
To learn more, visit aprio.com.
About Aprio
Aprio is redefining what it means to be a global advisory and accounting firm. We help businesses and individuals Account for Anything™ — delivering clarity and confidence in a world full of unknowns. Aprio is the brand name under which Aprio, LLP, and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC deliver professional services to clients worldwide. Aprio Advisory Group, LLC provides advisory, tax, legal, wealth, and talent solutions to help build value, drive growth, manage risk, and protect wealth, while Aprio, LLP delivers audit and attest services with uncompromising quality and integrity. With more than 3,000 team members serving clients in 50+ countries and $5.5B in assets under management, Aprio, the 20th largest business advisory and accounting firm in the U.S., is consistently recognized as a Top Workplace, celebrated for transformative growth on the Inc. 5000 and Inc. Power Partners lists, and led by Richard Kopelman, named to Accounting Today’s Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting. Learn more at Aprio.com.
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