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Richard L. Craig

CPA/ABV/CFF, CVA, MAFF, CITP, MCP

As managing partner at 415 Group, Rich Craig manages a portfolio of client accounts as well as being responsible for the day-to-day operation of the firm. For more than 30 years, he’s brought a wealth of accounting and consulting expertise to the firm with a focus in business valuation, forensic accounting, merger and acquisition assistance, as well as corporate tax and structured growth planning. 

Having served as an expert witness in hundreds of court cases, Rich has a deep understanding of business valuation, forensic accounting and economic damages as they relate to the law. Beyond litigation, Rich shares his expertise as a requested speaker at many legal and accounting educational events. He served as the firm’s director of business valuation and litigation support division prior to becoming managing partner. 

Rich brings a unique background to 415 Group’s clients, allowing them to go beyond tax planning and compliance to entrepreneurial growth and success.  He has previously used his skillset to work in the National Tax Department in Washington D.C. at Ernst & Young and on the Accountant Advisory Council for Intuit, Inc., based in Mountain View, California. 

In 2024, Rich was named to Forbes inaugural list of America's Top 200 CPAs. As a leader in the firm, he has a keen eye for matching clients with the right team to best serve their needs. He values collaboration, knowing that a team with a diverse skillset is a stronger advocate for clients than just one individual.

An active member of the community, he serves on several boards for local organizations. When he’s not at the office, Rich enjoys reading, golfing and spending time with his wife, Andrea, and their two kids, Jacob and Peyton.

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Service Expertise

Business valuation and litigation services
Mergers and acquisitions
Corporate tax services

Industry Focus

Manufacturing and distribution
Professional service firms
Retail and franchises
Construction and contracting

Certifications

Certified Public Accountant
Accredited in Business Valuations
Certified in Financial Forensics
Master Analyst in Financial Forensics
Certified Valuation Analyst
Certified Information Technology Professional
Microsoft Certified Professional

Education

Bachelor of Arts in accounting and quantitative analysis, University of Mount Union

Community Involvement

Congress Lake Club, board member
Early Childhood Resource Center, board member
Greentown Community Park, board member, treasurer
New Day Counseling, board member
Canton Palace Theater, past board member
Community Services of Stark County, past board member/president
CommQuest Services, past board member/president
Jackson-Belden Chamber of Commerce, past board member/president (lifetime achievement award winner)

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