The History of Abdo
For 60 years, our mission has been to serve as proactive problem-solvers, providing partnership and guidance so you can take every step forward with confidence. But how did we get here?
1963
Founder Joe Abdo establishes JM Abdo & Company in Mankato, Minnesota thanks to a $15,000 loan from his hardworking, Lebanese-immigrant mother. *
1973
Joe’s oldest son, Jay, graduates from Mankato State University and joins the firm along with his friend and fellow student, Gerry Eick. This sparks a successful period of quick growth.
1980
The growing firm opens an office in the Twin Cities area to better service the booming client base located in the south metro area.
1995
Joe Abdo retires, and the firm moves to the name Abdo, Eick & Meyers, LLP to include partner Kyle Meyers’ name in the brand.
2021-2022
The firm undergoes a comprehensive brand evolution to become what we are today - Abdo. Shortly thereafter, the firm expands its reach by opening a new office in Scottsdale, Arizona.
2024
Today, Abdo is a Forbes-named top accounting firm in the nation and ranked as a top regional leader by Accounting Today. Our advisors are catalysts who shine a light on the way forward, committed to guiding our clients toward their goals.
The path ahead just got brighter
We are excited to announce that we commemorate our 60th anniversary, Abdo is expanding through a strategic merger with HG&K, a mid-size accounting firm based out of Minnetonka, Minnesota. The newly combined firm will continue to operate under the Abdo name, with shared values, brand, and vision.
Learn more about what this means for the future of Abdo and HG&K clients →
* Fun Fact: The cash register used in her own small business can still be seen today in the lobby of our Edina office!