Sorren, a rapidly growing firm based in Meridian, Idaho, has added Hess & Rohmer in Gainesville, Texas, bolstering its presence in the Lone Star State.
Hess & Rohmer was founded in 1999 by Brian Hess and Melody Rohmer, taking a relationship-driven approach to client service. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
"From the beginning, it was clear our firms share a common approach to serving clients and supporting our people," said Sorren CEO Josh Tyree in a statement Wednesday. "Together, we're strengthening our ability to serve Texas businesses with the personal attention of a local firm backed by the reach and resources of a national network."
The 17 professional staff, including two founding partners from Hess & Rohmer, will be joining the nearly 1,000 professionals, including over 100 partners across 24 offices, at Sorren, including one in Houston.
"The alignment in our values, culture, and vision was unmistakable," said Hess, who is managing partner at Hess & Rohmer, in a statement. "It positions us to create meaningful opportunities for our people, our communities, and our clients — now and into the future."
Koltin Consulting Group CEO Allan Koltin advised both firms on the deal. "Sorren's amazing growth trajectory continues with the acquisition of Dallas based, Hess & Rohmer," he commented. "Hess & Rohmer had been courted by numerous larger firms but selected Sorren as the perfect cultural and strategic fit for their people and its clients. The additional resources that Sorren will bring to the table will allow Hess & Rohmer to offer added depth and expertise to their clients and provide additional growth opportunities for their people."
Sorren was formed last May through the
