Building a Better Accounting Firm

The journey of creating Kelly Partners Group began with recognizing that many accounting firms are poorly run, particularly when compared to leading businesses like Apple or Microsoft. By focusing on the needs of private business owners and creating a positive environment, Brett Kelly aimed to build a better firm model. He believed that listing the company publicly in 2017 would encourage greater professionalism and transparency within the firm, ultimately leading to better outcomes for clients and employees. This model of operation contrasts sharply with traditional partnerships in accounting, where a lack of external accountability often results in complacency.