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Archer Lewis CEO Jake Nice Named to Crain's 40 Under 40

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Archer Lewis CEO Jake Nice Named to Crain's 40 Under 40

Chicago – – October 07, 2026 -- Archer Lewis CEO Jake Nice has been named to Crain's Chicago Business 40 Under 40 class of 2026, recognizing his role in building the firm into a top-70 U.S. accounting practice in under two years.

Archer Lewis consolidated 42 firms into a single national brand since its 2024 launch

Since establishing Archer Lewis in 2024, Nice has led the integration of 42 accounting firms from across the country under one brand, with specialties spanning tax, attest and client accounting services. The firm now employs more than 600 team members serving 63,000 clients nationwide.