ATLANTA– December 10, 2025 – Aprio, the 24th largest business advisory and accounting firm in the U.S., is strengthening its national advisory and audit practices with the addition of three new partners: Brad Leffler, Jon Klausa, and Travis Miskowitz. Their additions boost Aprio’s capabilities in client accounting services (CAS), real estate, and audit across high-growth markets.
Brad Leffler | Southwest Audit – Market Area Lead and Partner
Brad Leffler, based in Dallas, will expand Aprio’s audit capabilities across Texas, working with manufacturing and distribution, energy, technology, and healthcare companies, while building new channels to bring Aprio’s full advisory capabilities into the region. Brad, with nearly 30 years of experience, has a strong track record of leading high-performing audit practices, guiding large, multi-market teams, and driving operational improvements that elevate the client experience. At Aprio, he will focus on enhancing our regional team, deepening industry reach, and shaping a more connected Southwest audit practice to benefit our clients’ growing needs.
He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Baylor University’s Hankamer School of Business and is active in the community through Northwest Bible Church and My Possibilities.
Jon Klausa | Real Estate Client Accounting Services Partner
Jon Klausa, based in Chicago, will deliver tailored solutions that simplify complex reporting, increase operational efficiency, and enable strategic growth for mid- to large-sized, vertically integrated commercial real estate companies across all asset classes and ownership structures.
Having worked in both industry and service delivery, Jon uniquely understands the challenges real estate companies face and is recognized for his ability to deliver practical guidance. With over 20 years of experience, he has led multiple transformation projects and helped launch new service offerings that respond to evolving accounting and market requirements. He holds a Bachelor of Finance and Economics from the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse and an MBA from Northern Illinois University.
Travis Miskowitz | Outsourcing Client Accounting Services Partner
Travis Miskowitz, based in New York City, will help expand the firm’s outsourced accounting capabilities, delivering financial solutions that streamline operations, improve decision-making, and support business transformation for technology, retail, and professional services clients.
A seasoned Chief Financial Officer, Travis has led initiatives that optimize finance operations, restructure debt, integrate personnel and systems, and enable efficient scaling. He partners with clients to develop budgets, forecasts, reporting packages, and board relations, while supporting fundraising and guiding pre- and post-merger integration to ensure smooth transitions. He helps clients simplify complex financial operations, gain clarity on financial performance, and make informed business decisions that drive growth. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Binghamton University, School of Management, State University of New York.
Aprio’s expansion reflects a broader strategy to bring its full suite of accounting, advisory, wealth management, and legal capabilities to growth-minded businesses. These additions follow the firm’s recent welcoming of national advisory services leader Neal Beggan and other partners, including Jim Cordova, Dasha Walker, and Elie Doft, as well as Jason Lipschultz, Nathan Robnett, and Nuwandi Trahan. Building on continued momentum, the firm has scaled throughout 2025, completing 14 acquisitions that have strengthened key markets and expanded national service offerings. Recent activity includes the acquisitions of Mize CPAs Inc. and Prism Financial Group, extending Aprio’s Midwest footprint into Kansas, as well as New Jersey–based DeFalco & Co., CPA, reinforcing the firm’s presence across the Tri-State region. Together, these initiatives underscore Aprio’s commitment to delivering a fully integrated service model for growth-minded businesses nationwide.
Aprio’s growth and impact have been recognized across the profession, including being named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies for the third consecutive year and honored on the Inc. Power Partner list for meaningful contributions to clients and communities. Additional national and regional awards highlight the firm’s leadership, technology advancements, and workplace culture as Aprio remains focused on developing talent, scaling integrated capabilities, and shaping what’s next for clients in a rapidly evolving environment.
About Aprio
Aprio is the brand name under which Aprio, LLP, and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, deliver professional services. Since 1952, clients throughout the U.S. and across more than 50 countries have trusted Aprio for guidance on how to achieve what’s next. As a premier business advisory and accounting firm, Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, delivers advisory, tax, managed, and private client services to build value, drive growth, manage risk, and protect wealth, and Aprio, LLP, provides audit and attest services. With proven experience and genuine care, Aprio serves individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses, from promising startups to market leaders alike. Aprio has grown to 2,800+ team members providing solutions to clients in industries including Manufacturing and Distribution, Non-Profit and Education, Professional Services, Real Estate, Construction, Restaurant, Franchise & Hospitality, Government Contracting, and Technology.
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