September 28, 2026: We are excited to share an important new chapter for Machen McChesney and FocusPay Solutions. We have joined Frazier & Deeter (FD), a Top 50 U.S. accounting and advisory firm headquartered in Atlanta, with offices across the U.S., the U.K., and India. As of September 24, 2026, the transaction has officially closed, and integration has begun.
This decision reflects our partners’ personal and professional commitment to ensuring that our clients, our people, and our communities are positioned for long-term success.
Our profession is evolving rapidly, driven by new technologies, expanding service needs, as well as increasing demand for strategic insight across broader geographies. Joining FD allows us to strengthen our capabilities through investment in technology and thoughtful service line expansion while preserving the Machen McChesney and FocusPay Solutions values and personalized attention you’ve come to expect from us as your trusted advisors.
To be clear, our partners and team are not going anywhere! We remain committed to serving our communities.
You will continue working with the same trusted advisors and team members you know today. What will change is our ability to deliver even greater value through expanded advisory services, deeper industry specialization, and access to a national and global network of top-tier talent.
This next chapter allows us to remain your trusted advisors while connecting you to one of the most dynamic and respected firms in our industry. We are deeply grateful for your continued partnership and look forward to introducing you to our FD colleagues soon.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to your client relationship partner anytime without hesitation. We are excited to share more with you in the coming days.
September 23, 2026: We enjoyed coming together, connecting, and celebrating the incredible team that makes Machen McChesney and FocusPay Solutions so special. As we begin an exciting new chapter with Frazier & Deeter, one thing remains the same—the people, relationships, and commitment to service that have always been at the heart of who we are.
A heartfelt thank you to three remarkable individuals who helped shape Machen McChesney into the firm it is today: Anne May, Don Machen, and Don Chastain.
Your leadership, dedication, and lasting contributions have been an important part of our story, and we are incredibly grateful for the foundation you helped build and the legacy you created.
September 17, 2026: Machen McChesney hosted Intern Night to connect with some of the brightest accounting students in our area and introduce them to the many possibilities a career in accounting can offer. Intern Night is about more than recruiting future interns—it’s about investing in the next generation of our profession. We want students to learn, ask questions, build relationships, and better understand what it means to work in public accounting. Intern Night is another way we Return Value—by sharing our experiences, developing future professionals, and helping shape the next generation of accountants.
September 15, 2026: Brian Harris and Lara Claire Bolling attended the Auburn City Schools, Auburn in Focus event featuring guest Dr. Cristen Herring. They heard the updates on the state of the local school system, including current priorities, opportunities, and what's ahead for Auburn City Schools.
September 27, 2026: Amber Saxon and Melissa Sanchez attended the INSPIRE IRIS User Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. The conference provides insights, connections, and practical guidance for accounting and payroll professionals.
September 11, 2026: Machen McChesney, a Frazier & Deeter company, sponsored the Auburn Chamber of Commerce Blessing on the Corner.
16, 2026: Machen McChesney, a Frazier & Deeter company, attended the Auburn University Montgomery Meet the Firms event.
September 17, 2026: Machen McChesney, a Frazier & Deeter company, attended the Troy Accountancy Day Meet the Firms event.
September 2, 2026: Machen McChesney sponsored the Lee County Mountain Bike Boosters.
September 21, 2026: Machen McChesney sponsored the East Alabama Community Ballot.
September 22, 2026: Machen McChesney sponsored the Hurtsboro Volunteer Fire Department Chili Cook-Off.
Machen McChesney continues to sponsor:
Auburn, and Opelika, Chamber(s) of Commerce
Auburn High School Athletic Booster Club(s)
Auburn University Tip-Off Club
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