Cherry Bekaert has acquired Richardson Kontogouris Emerson LLP (RKE), a Los Angeles-based public accounting and advisory firm founded in 2006. The acquisition expands Cherry Bekaert's West Coast presence and enhances its capabilities for middle-market clients. RKE, headquartered in Torrance, California, serves clients across manufacturing, consumer products, real estate, construction and food and beverage sectors. Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC will acquire RKE's business advisory, tax and non-attest services, whilst Cherry Bekaert LLP will acquire its attest assets. Christian Emerson, RKE's managing partner, said the partnership gives clients access to broader resources whilst continuing to work with trusted RKE professionals. RKE will be integrated into Cherry Bekaert and operate under its brand.

Richardson Kontogouris Emerson (RKE) LLP to spend $750,000.00 to expand into new space in Torrance California. Richardson Kontogouris Emerson (RKE) LLP to spend $750,000.00 to expand into new space in Torrance California.Torrance, California — According to state and local development sources, Richardson Kontogouris Emerson (RKE) LLP plans to invest $750,000.00 to build out new space in Torrance. The company plans to occupy the new space at 20285 Western Ave in Torrance, on or about March 1, 2024. According to the company website RKE LLP is a full service public accounting firm advising and assisting our clients with their accounting, tax, financial and strategic planning needs. Founded in 2006, we created an environment of higher expectations – not only in terms of what our clients expect of us, but what we expect of ourselves. We bring a unique service model that is responsive to our clients needs