Rebranding is a meaningful milestone in any company’s growth. It offers an opportunity to pause, reflect, and align the brand with who the organization has become. Over the decades, Opsahl Dawson (ODC) has evolved in countless ways: We’ve welcomed new talent, expanded our areas of expertise, adopted emerging technologies, and set bold visions for the future. With so much positive momentum driving us forward, refreshing our identity felt not only timely, but essential.
Today, our new brand proudly highlights who we are and where we’re headed. It captures the essence of our firm and welcomes a new era of innovation, expansion, and excellence.
Where We Started—and Where We’re Headed
Our story began in 1979, when George Opsahl founded the firm with a simple but powerful mission: to support the people and businesses in his Pacific Northwest community. Born and raised in Longview, George returned to the region after beginning his career in Seattle, bringing with him a deep sense of integrity, a commitment to service, and a passion for giving back. These values continue to define us today and are proudly carried forward by our official name—Opsahl Dawson & Co.—which honors our retired founder and celebrates the innovative spirit of our CEO, Aaron Dawson.
That said, you’ll often hear us referred to as Opsahl Dawson, or simply ODC.
Since its founding, ODC has grown from a local tax practice into one of the Pacific Northwest’s leading accounting, assurance, and business advisory firms. In just the past five years, our momentum has accelerated dramatically. We’ve tripled our revenue, expanded our services, and been recognized nationally—recognized as one of Portland Business Journal’s Top 100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies, ranked the third fastest-growing firm by Accounting Today and named one of the top 300 firms in the country by Inside Public Accounting. To bring the future of ODC into focus, we needed a brand that could grow alongside us.
Introducing “ODC”
ODC is a trusted partner for businesses, individuals, and families. Grounded in deep expertise, powered by smart technology, and committed to delivering high-impact results, we bring fresh thinking and modern solutions to a dynamic financial landscape. While our dedication to the local community remains at the heart of everything we do, we’re continually refining our approach to ensure clients receive forward-thinking guidance and the highest level of service in a rapidly changing environment.
As true advisors, we don’t just file taxes or prepare statements; we evolve with you, providing strategic guidance, long-term financial planning, and customized solutions built around you. A solid financial foundation is essential to success in both business and life, and we make it our mission to remove the complexity and help clients turn insights into action.
This commitment to proactive, personalized service is fueled by a clear vision: to reimagine the future of accounting. Our core values drive us forward, guiding our approach to every partnership:
- Be a Good Human: We live and work with integrity and show up for one another with respect and care.
- Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: We do what is right for the whole and in doing so, we all personally benefit.
- Lead with Positivity: We say yes and find creative ways to make it happen, while having fun together.
- Get Ahead, Stay Ahead: We are proactive and move the ball forward with urgency and an ownership mindset.
- Be Extraordinary: We challenge the norm and raise the bar in the pursuit of excellence.
Ultimately, our new brand embraces a new perspective. Over the past year, we’ve expanded our geographic footprint and industry expertise through the acquisition of Hauser Jones & Sas (HJ&S). This exciting milestone brought exceptional talent into our team and significantly enhanced our capabilities in audit, compliance, and advisory services––helping us better serve our clients in the financial sector. Looking ahead, we’re more focused than ever on building strategic partnerships that enrich our work. Through our partnership with the Ascend network, we’ve gained access to national-level tools, benchmarking insights, and specialized expertise that help us continue delivering first-class service, backed by the best information, resources, and strategies available.
As we reflect on this rebranding journey, we’re proud of how far we’ve come—and energized by where we’re headed. The process gave us a valuable opportunity to look inward, celebrate our growth, and realign our identity with the firm we are today.
