Strengthening access to high-quality, holistic accounting and advisory services across the Midwest and beyond, Stafford & Westervelt, Chartered (S&W) has joined forces with Adams Brown, effective Dec. 1, 2025. The merger unites two firms with deep community roots and shared values, enhancing the resources available to business owners and individuals in Kansas and Arkansas.

With the addition of S&W’s offices in Rogers, AR, and Parsons, KS, Adams Brown now operates 11 offices in Kansas and three in Arkansas. This growth reflects the firm’s continued commitment to helping business owners and individuals navigate complex financial challenges with proactive, relationship-driven service.

The full S&W leadership team, including Michael Stafford, CPA, CFP, PFS, Jay Jungles, CPA, Tina McClenning, CPA, Matthew Stafford and Patrick Heavrin, CPA, will join Adams Brown in similar leadership roles.

“Expanding in Arkansas and reinforcing our presence in Kansas allows us to better serve business owners across the region,” said Ben Wilson, managing principal & CEO. “The S&W team shares our dedication to client success, community engagement and going above+beyond in everything we do.”

S&W has been in business for more than 50 years and serves a variety of tax and accounting clients. “There is a strong synergy between our firms,” said Michael Stafford. “We were drawn to Adams Brown’s holistic service model and dedication to serving individuals and businesses in the local communities.”

Recognized by Inside Public Accounting (IPA) as one of the top firms in the Midwest, Adams Brown offers clients access to expanded services in outsourced accounting, tax strategy, private asset solutions, technology, wealth management and business advisory, along with deep industry specialization in agriculture, construction, healthcare, manufacturing, local government, not-for-profit and closely held business.

“We’re excited about the growth and specialization opportunities our teammates and clients now have as part of a larger firm,” added Stafford. “It’s an exciting step forward for everyone involved.”