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Press Release

Nov. 11, 2024

Doeren Mayhew, a national assurance, tax and advisory firm, has acquired Biggs, Hausserman, Thompson & Dickinson P.C. (BHT&D CPAs), expanding its West Michigan footprint and growing its tax practice. The acquired firm and its employees began operating under the Doeren Mayhew name effective Oct. 2, 2024.

“We’re committed to continuing to grow our West Michigan market. BHT&D is a great fit to help us do that,” says Joshua Garvey, Grand Rapids’ managing principal at Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC. “Serving the local market for more than 53 years, their team has forged strong ties in our community. This opportunity allows us to expand our reach in the Saranac and Ada areas, while growing our tax team at the same time.”

Founded by Virgil Biggs in 1971, BHT&D CPAs has focused on providing tax, accounting and advisory services to West Michigan area businesses and individuals. Its current shareholders Joseph Turnes, Aric Salgat and Dwayne Houghton will actively continue in tax leadership roles at Doeren Mayhew. 

“We’re excited about what the future holds for us with Doeren Mayhew,” said Joseph Turnes, BHT&D’s managing partner. “Putting our clients’ needs at the forefront, we recognize offering enhanced services is necessary to help them continue meeting their goals well into the future. Joining a larger firm like Doeren Mayhew allows our clients to benefit from an expanded suite of services and technical resources. We look forward to continuing to serve our clients with a firm whose commitment to the local area perfectly aligns with ours.”

Doeren Mayhew entered the West Michigan market in 2022 with its  acquisition of Beene Garter LLP.