CEO
Springline Advisory
Tim Brackney serves as CEO of Springline Advisory, a financial and business advisory firm dedicated to reshaping the mid-market accounting and advisory landscape. Tim has guided Springline since its public launch toward the goal of building a top-tier, middle-market business advisory leader and one of the most irresistible, people-first firms in the industry. Prior to Springline, Tim had a successful 20-year career with Resources Global Professionals (NASDAQ: RGP), where he most recently served as President and Chief Operating Officer, leading RGP’s global operations which included full P&L and operational responsibilities across North America, the UK and EU, and Asia Pacific region. He earned his MBA from Stanford University Graduate School of Business and holds a BBA from the University of Notre Dame.
Private equity continues to reshape the growth trajectory of leading accounting firms. In this panel, leaders from Accounting Today’s 2026 Fastest-Growing Firms share how PE has shaped their firm models, accelerated growth, and introduced new pressures and expectations. Panelists will discuss what PE has enabled, how it differentiates their firms, and what it really takes to manage rapid, PE-backed growth.
Private equity investment can be a catalyst for growth and innovation in the accounting profession, enabling firms to scale rapidly and access new opportunities. This panel, featuring leaders from the 2025 Fastest Growing Firms who’ve taken on PE funding, will delve into proven strategies for scaling rapidly, retaining clients, engaging staff and partners, leveraging technology effectively, and more. Gain insights into how these trailblazers are navigating opportunities and challenges to achieve remarkable success.