06 Mar 2024

New Member: MarcumAsia Joins Forces with DFK International to Expand Global Reach

DFK International proudly announces the addition of MarcumAsia to its esteemed community of independent accounting and business advisory firms.

MarcumAsia, one of the leading providers of audit and assurance services to Asian companies listed on the U.S. stock markets, takes a significant stride forward in expanding its global presence through its partnership with DFK International.

As the newest member, MarcumAsia brings its expertise in comprehensive audit, accounting, advisory, and consulting services to the association.

Leveraging DFK International's extensive community, MarcumAsia aims to collaborate with DFK Asia Pacific firms to support companies from the region in their endeavours to go public in the U.S. markets. Their membership provides access to a vast pool of resources and expertise; this is crucial as they continue to provide seamless support to their clients, streamlining the process for those who are seeking to enter the U.S. markets. Becoming a member of DFK International aligns with their commitment to delivering exceptional value for public and private companies and facilitating their growth on a global scale.

Commenting on the partnership, Drew Bernstein, Co-Chairman at MarcumAsia, expressed enthusiasm about the opportunities it presents.

“MarcumAsia's partnership with DFK International marks a significant milestone in our global expansion strategy. By joining forces with DFK's esteemed network, we're poised to offer unparalleled support to Asian companies navigating U.S. markets. This collaboration underscores our commitment to delivering exceptional value and facilitating seamless growth for our clients on a global scale," said Bernstein.

Uniting over 200 members spread across 90 countries, DFK International is renowned for facilitating cross-border collaboration and providing firms and their clients alike with access to local expertise worldwide. The addition of MarcumAsia to its roster of premier member firms further strengthens DFK International's presence in the Asia Pacific region and highlights its commitment to build alliances with firms who embody the values of the association.

"We are delighted to welcome MarcumAsia to the DFK International family," said Bill Wright, Executive Director at DFK International.

"Their reputation for excellence and their ambition to leverage our global footprint utilising the expertise of our existing Asia Pacific members, resonates deeply with the ingrained sense of unity which exists between all our firms.”

As MarcumAsia embarks on this collaborative journey with DFK International, existing DFK member firms across the Asia Pacific region can anticipate additional opportunities to provide accounting support to clients accessing U.S. investment markets. This partnership heralds a new era of connection, innovation, and growth for existing DFK member firms and for the association as a whole.

 

About MarcumAsia

MarcumAsia is an independent public accounting firm with a strong focus on cross-border services for public and private companies. They are one of the leading providers of audit and assurance services to Asian companies listed on the U.S. stock markets and have offices in China and Singapore. MarcumAsia was formed in January 2011 as a joint venture between Marcum LLP and Bernstein & Pinchuk LLP. They are registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) and have significant experience coordinating with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and major U.S. stock markets, including NASDAQ and the New York Stock Exchange.