Archer Lewis CEO Jake Nice Earns Crain's 40 Under 40 Honor
Jake Nice, CEO of fast-growing accounting firm Archer Lewis, has been named to Crain's Chicago Business 40 Under 40 class of 2026.
Jake Nice, chief executive of Chicago-based accounting firm Archer Lewis, has been selected for Crain's Chicago Business's 40 Under 40 class of 2026, the firm announced Oct. 7. The annual list recognizes young business leaders making a notable impact across the Chicago metropolitan area and beyond.
The recognition highlights Nice's leadership in building Archer Lewis into one of the fastest-growing accounting firms in the United States, according to the company announcement. Crain's Chicago Business has published the 40 Under 40 list for years as a benchmark for emerging executive talent across industries ranging from finance to technology.
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Archer Lewis, headquartered in Chicago, has positioned itself as a significant player in the accounting and financial services sector. Nice's inclusion on the list underscores the firm's broader expansion trajectory at a time when mid-market accounting firms are competing aggressively for clients and talent nationwide.
Selection to the Crain's 40 Under 40 list is widely regarded in Midwest business circles as a marker of leadership potential and organizational impact. For Archer Lewis, the designation adds a layer of public credibility that can support recruiting efforts and client development in a competitive professional services landscape.
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