SingerLewak merges with Honolulu firm Egami & Ichikawa CPAs

SingerLewak has merged with Honolulu-based Egami & Ichikawa CPAs, expanding the West Coast accounting firm's Hawaii presence and Pacific reach. The deal gives Egami & Ichikawa clients access to SingerLewak’s broader resources while the local practice continues under its existing brand.

Why it matters: - The merger gives SingerLewak a deeper foothold in Hawaii and extends the firm’s ability to serve clients across the Pacific region. - Egami & Ichikawa clients gain access to larger-firm resources, including specialized industry expertise and broader advisory capabilities, without losing their local professionals. - The combined firm is positioned to support middle-market businesses, entrepreneurs, nonprofit organizations, and high-net-worth individuals with a wider service platform.

What happened: - SingerLewak merged with Egami & Ichikawa CPAs, Inc., a Honolulu-based accounting and tax firm. - The merger was announced on November 9, 2026. - Effective immediately, Egami & Ichikawa will operate as Egami & Ichikawa, a Division of SingerLewak. - The firm will continue serving clients under its respected brand name.

The details: - SingerLewak is one of the largest regional CPA and advisory firms in the Western United States. - Egami & Ichikawa provides accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, and consulting services. - The Honolulu firm has built its reputation on personalized client service, technical expertise, and relationship-centered service. - SingerLewak Managing Partner Jim Pitrat said the firm’s client-first philosophy aligns with SingerLewak’s culture and values. - Dana Abe, current managing partner of Egami & Ichikawa, said the merger allows the firm to provide additional resources and expanded services while preserving close client relationships. - Clients may continue using Egami & Ichikawa’s current contact information at 615 Piikoi Street, Suite 2001, Honolulu, HI 96814-3147, Tel. (808) 591-2772.

Between the lines: - The deal reflects SingerLewak’s strategic growth push and its effort to widen its geographic reach without changing the client experience at the local level. - The structure suggests a common professional-services playbook: add scale and specialty depth while retaining a trusted regional brand. - The merger also reinforces the value of relationship-driven accounting firms in a market where continuity matters to clients.

What's next: - Egami & Ichikawa will continue operating in Honolulu under the SingerLewak umbrella. - Clients should expect access to SingerLewak’s expanded accounting, tax, audit, advisory, outsourced accounting, transaction advisory, valuation, and wealth management services. - SingerLewak now lists offices across California, Arizona, Colorado, Oregon, and Hawaii. - The firm said it will continue serving clients throughout the United States.