Ironclad AF Expands Mid-Atlantic Presence with Acquisition of Worcester & Ganzert
By: Dan Bender | Featured | November 3, 2025Jacksonville, FL – November 3, 2025
Ironclad AF, LLC, a full-service accounting firm for small to mid-size private businesses and high net-worth individuals, today announced it has acquired substantially all the assets of Worcester & Ganzert, CPA, PC, a well-respected Richmond, VA-based accounting firm.
The acquisition deepens Ironclad’s presence in the Mid-Atlantic region and enhances its capabilities across key sectors including construction and manufacturing. Richard Worcester will continue with Ironclad and will leverage his tax expertise across our entire company.
“Worcester & Ganzert will nicely augment Ironclad’s existing client base,” said Dan Bender, Managing Partner of Ironclad AF, LLC. “Our firm was founded in Northern Virginia before relocating to Jacksonville, FL during the pandemic. Ironclad continues to have a strong client base in the Mid-Atlantic, so combining the talents of Richard Worcester, Bonnie Gold and our existing VA based team, led by Quinton Taylor, will give us the perfect platform to service our new and existing clients. We’re thrilled to welcome Richard, Bonnie and their staff to the Ironclad family and look forward to building an amazing future together.”
For nearly 50 years, Worcester & Ganzert has built a reputation for integrity, responsiveness, and deep client commitment. The firm’s legacy of service and its strong foothold in the Richmond, VA market make it a compelling addition to Ironclad’s growing firm.
“After nearly fifty years, the time has come to close this chapter and transition to a new firm that will continue providing the high level of service our clients expect and deserve” said Richard Worcester, Managing Partner at Worcester & Ganzert. “Ironclad Accounting and Finance is an exceptional firm, and they look forward to preserving our legacy and serving our clients for many years to come.”
This transaction reflects Ironclad’s ongoing strategy to grow through strong organic growth as well as targeted acquisitions that align with its culture and values. Per Dan Bender, “this is our first acquisition, but will certainly not be the last. Our industry is undergoing major change with rapid consolidation happening everywhere we look. Finding legacy firms with great clients and modernizing their operations will continue to be a core part of our growth strategy.”
About Worcester & Ganzert
Worcester & Ganzert is a full-service tax and accounting firm that provides outstanding service to clients because of their dedication to the three underlying principles of professionalism, responsiveness and quality. For 47 years these core values formed the basis of strong relationships with their clients.
About Ironclad AF
Ironclad is an accounting and finance firm built on decades of experience. We leverage our experience working with entities including institutional investment firms, early stage accelerated growth companies, and established businesses to empower our clients with actionable insight, enhance credibility with investors, and add depth to operational expertise. Founded with strong ties to the sports & entertainment and wealth management industries, the firm has continued to expand and provide high quality services to businesses and individuals of all types.
