LEA Global
| Company type | Network of independent accounting firms |
|---|---|
| Industry | Accounting, Business consulting |
| Founded | 1999 |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Products | Financial and business consulting services |
Number of employees | 23090 (2013) |
LEA Global, also referred to as the Leading Edge Alliance, represents a worldwide network of independent accounting firms that provide both financial and business consulting services. Established in 1999, LEA Global is recognized as the second largest accounting network globally according to the International Accounting Bulletin and is listed among the leading international associations by AccountingAge. By the close of 2013, the combined revenues of all LEA Global member firms surpassed US$2.9 billion.
Membership
Membership in LEA Global is granted through a stringent vetting procedure rather than an open enrollment system. The member firms primarily operate as independently owned entities, each bearing personal responsibility for their clients. The alliance includes 215 firms operating from 586 offices in over 100 countries, with a total of 2,056 partners and 23,090 employees.