Empowering Accounting Firms Through Acquisition, Partnership and Integration
Driven by technological expertise and a commitment to precision, we empower accounting professionals to excel in the digital era.
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At MH-Kenilworth, our mission is to acquire and integrate regional accounting firms into a dynamic, high-performing ecosystem where they can thrive.
Joint Venture Mission
- Preserving Local Identity, Strengthening Capabilities – Our platform ensures firms maintain their unique culture and client relationships while gaining access to enterprise-level tools, technology, and resources.
- Enhancing Client Success– We drive measurable improvements in profitability and efficiency by optimizing financial processes and strategic decision-making.
- Supporting Leadership Transition– We provide guidance, mentorship, and succession planning to help firms seamlessly transition to the next generation of leadership while ensuring long-term stability.
- Combining Strengths for Scalable Growth– MH’s deep industry expertise, paired with Kenilworth’s scalable back-office solutions, empowers firms to operate more efficiently while expanding their service offerings.
- Delivering Actionable Insights – Beyond traditional accounting, we provide data-driven advisory services that help firms make informed business decisions and stay ahead of industry trends.
We recognize the value of preserving local brands and cultures, understanding that abrupt changes can be disruptive. That’s why, alongside traditional buyouts for retiring owners, we emphasize partnership-driven models that uphold local leadership and continuity. Through this approach, firms maintain their familiar operations while unlocking significant financial value. Junior and next-generation partners benefit from ownership revaluation based on their firm’s EBITDA multiple, creating opportunities for sustained growth and long-term success.
Small and mid-sized accounting firms are the backbone of the industry but often face challenges in scaling, talent acquisition, operational efficiency, and technology adoption. By becoming part of MH-Kenilworth, firms no longer have to tackle these obstacles alone. Instead, through our platform they gain the support of a strategically driven, well-resourced organization designed to maximize potential and ensure long-term stability.
At MH-Kenilworth, we empower accounting firms to thrive by delivering excellence through top-tier CPA talent, advanced technology, and deep industry expertise; preserving each firm’s unique heritage with integrity; fostering collaborative partnerships; and providing strategic support to unlock financial value and drive sustainable growth.
Our Core Team
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Our leadership team brings decades of experience, including spearheading the IL CPA Society, which represents over 20,000 CPAs. With a combined industry expertise spanning more than a century, we have successfully guided firms across various sectors, implementing strategic insights, best-in-class processes, and forward-thinking solutions. Beyond leadership, our dedicated back-office support team oversees critical functions such as compliance, technology, HR, and finance—allowing CPAs to focus on high-value client relationships and service excellence.

Todd Shapiro
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Todd Shapiro
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Jeff Livesay, CPA, CGMA
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Jeff Livesay, CPA, CGMA
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John Wesley
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