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Frazier & Deeter Announces the Opening of a Second Office in Alpharetta

Frazier & Deeter Honored as "Best Accounting Firm to Work For"

Frazier & Deeter Announce Jeff Seay and Jeremy Jones as Partners of the Firm

Frazier & Deeter Announces the Opening of a Second Office in Alpharetta

( Atlanta , Georgia � March 5, 2009) Frazier & Deeter, LLC, one of Atlanta 's top ten accounting firms, has announced that it will be opening a second office in the Alpharetta/North Fulton area in May 2009. Upon the expansion, Frazier & Deeter will occupy more than 5,000 square feet in Preston Ridge II, in addition to the firm's headquarters in the Bank of America Plaza in Midtown Atlanta, where Frazier & Deeter currently has two floors.

In a time when many accounting firms are downsizing or merging with other companies, Frazier & Deeter is excited to be expanding into the growing Alpharetta marketplace. Some of the primary areas of focus the Firm brings to the area includes real estate, technology and professional service industry expertise. Frazier & Deeter also has significant experience working with high net-worth individuals.

The new office will be led by Roger W. Lusby III. Lusby has been a Partner in the firm since 1985, and primarily works with clients in the individual, estate and corporate areas. He assists clients with tax planning, financial planning, executive compensation and stock option planning, estate and succession planning and international taxation.

When asked about the expansion Lusby said, �This strategic decision to open an Alpharetta office will allow us to better serve some of our existing clients, while greatly increasing our exposure in the Greater North Fulton area. Five partners and a number of professional staff members will relocate to this office; evidence of our commitment to the Alpharetta community. We look forward to working closely with community leaders to make this move a success.�

Founded in 1981, Frazier & Deeter has enjoyed steady growth over several decades and double-digit, organic growth over the last seven years. The firm was named a Top 100 Firm in the U.S. and the #1 Accounting Firm to Work For in the U.S. by Accounting Today ; one of the country's Fastest Growing Accounting Firms by the Public Accounting Report ; and named one of the Top 25 Best Managed CPA firms in the U.S. by Inside Public Accounting .

Frazier & Deeter Honored as “Best Accounting Firm to Work For”

Accounting Today Ranks Atlanta CPA & Advisory Firm Number One Nationally

(Atlanta � January 13, 2009) Frazier & Deeter, one of Atlanta’s top ten accounting firms, was ranked as the number one “Best Accounting Firm to Work For” by the publishers of Accounting Today, a leading publication in the accounting industry, and Best Companies Group. Out of 200 firms that participated nationally, Frazier & Deeter, with 180 employees, placed first in the mid-size category on employee satisfaction, workplace experience and company culture.

David Deeter, co-founder and managing partner for Frazier & Deeter, said, “We are extremely proud to receive this accolade. We know that our people are our most valuable resource and we go the extra mile to create a winning, inclusive environment. From seeking input on strategic business goals and providing superior employee development programs to having fun with sports teams and social activities – these are things that enhance individuals’ everyday lives. Moreover, we are extremely grateful to our clients, without whom none of this is possible.”

Plans to expand
Founded in 1981, Frazier & Deeter has enjoyed steady growth over several decades and double-digit, organic growth over the last seven years. The company was listed as one of the country’s “Fastest Growing Accounting Firms” by the Public Accounting Report. In a time when many accounting firms are downsizing or merging with other companies, Frazier and Deeter plans to expand to other locations in Georgia as well as neighboring states.

The firm attributes its steady growth to an entrepreneurial management style coupled with outstanding talent and customized services targeted to clients ranging from corporations and small businesses to nonprofit organizations and individuals.

“Our vision is to be the most well respected CPA and Advisory firm in the Southeast,” Deeter added. “We believe the best way to achieve and maintain that is through our commitment to helping our clients and our people achieve success and realizing their potential – especially during these challenging economic times.”

Additional firm awards
In addition to top honors for the “Best Accounting Firm to Work For,” awards received by Frazier & Deeter include:

• Atlanta Business Chronicle: Atlanta's Top 10 Accounting Firms, Since 1993
• Practical Accountant: Practice Innovation Award for commitment in taking the lead for developing new or improved services and promoting efficiency in the practice of public accounting, 2003-present
• Top 100 U.S. Accounting Firms based on revenue in 2008
• One of the Top 25 Best Managed Accounting Firms in the U.S., Bowman's Accounting Report and Inside Public Accounting, two of the accounting industry's leading publications.
• Public Accounting Report: Listed as one of the country's Fastest Growing Accounting Firms

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Frazier & Deeter Announce Jeff Seay and Jeremy Jones as Partners of the Firm
(Atlanta - January 1, 2009)

Frazier & Deeter is pleased to announce the addition of Jeff Seay and Jeremy Jones as the newest partners at Frazier & Deeter. Effective as of Jan. 1, 2009, they were recognized as audit partners in the firm.

Jeff Seay
Seay joined Frazier & Deeter in 2000. He provides specialized assurance and advisory services in the areas of financial statement audits & reviews, construction contractors, employee benefit plans, non-profit organizations, manufacturing & distribution companies, service companies and hospitality.

Seay also is on the board of directors for the Surety Association of Georgia and an active member of the Construction Financial Management Association. His involvement also includes working with ProfitCrew, an association of leading construction industry accounting firms. To reach Seay, please email jeff.seay@frazierdeeter.com.

Jeremy Jones
Jones joined Frazier & Deeter in 2001, and has more than 10 years of experience in public accounting. He has worked with a variety of institutions, assisting clients with monthly closings and financial statement preparation, analyzing financial trends, and budgeting and forecasting, as well as performing, reviewing, and supervising audits and other attestation engagements.

Jone's industry expertise includes the areas of manufacturing and distribution companies, construction contractors, trucking companies, automobile dealerships, service companies, software developers, non-profit organizations and land developers. He is also the lead audit partner of the Frazier & Deeter Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group. Contact Jones at jeremy.jones@frazierdeeter.com.

About Frazier & Deeter
Founded in 1981, Atlanta-based Frazier & Deeter is a Top 100 U.S. Accounting Firm and the second largest independent CPA and Advisory firm in Georgia . The firm's knowledgeable, innovative and customer-focused professionals are committed to providing tailored services across a wide range of tax, audit, accounting and advisory needs to achieve each client's unique financial goals. For that reason, Frazier & Deeter has been recognized as the #1 Best Accounting Firm in the U.S. to work for.

For more information about Frazier & Deeter, contact erinn.keserica@frazierdeeter.com.