Pelican3 Consulting LLC Expands Tax & Accounting Services with Acquisition of RT Taxes LLC

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Date: December 16, 2025

Pelican3 Consulting LLC Expands Tax & Accounting Services with Acquisition of RT Taxes LLC (Warren, OH)

Renee Dietrich Talabac Joins as Director of Tax & Accounting, Strengthening the Firm’s Integrated CPA & Technology Capabilities

Columbus, Ohio — Pelican3 Consulting LLC (Pelican3), a technology-centric CPA firm and IT advisory practice, today announced the acquisition of RT Taxes LLC of Warren, OH (RT Taxes), a tax and accounting firm with offices in Champion, Ohio and Jupiter, Florida, effective January 1, 2026. Led by Renee Dietrich Talabac, an experienced tax professional with more than 35 years in the industry, RT Taxes and its talented staff will join Pelican3 as the firm’s new Tax & Accounting team. Renee will assume the role of Director of Tax & Accounting, expanding the firm’s depth in compliance-driven services.

This strategic move reinforces Pelican3’s mission to provide trusted partner services that address today’s challenges while preparing clients for tomorrow’s opportunities. Rooted in its values of Resilience, Innovation, Selflessness, and Excellence (RISE), Pelican3 continues to integrate tax, accounting, advisory, and cutting-edge technology into a seamless client experience.

Acquisition Highlights & Client Benefits

• Stronger Integrated Services: Clients will benefit from the combination of Pelican3’s technology-rich advisory capabilities and RT Taxes’ longstanding tax and accounting expertise.

• Expanded Offerings: Access to automation, AI-enabled analytics, SOC 2 and CMMC readiness support, DORA preparedness, and comprehensive tax/accounting services.

• Continuity & Stability: Renee and her experienced team will join Pelican3 immediately, ensuring uninterrupted service and a smooth transition for all existing clients.

• Broader Geographic Reach: The acquisition strengthens Pelican3’s presence in Ohio and Florida while supporting its expanding national footprint.

“We are excited to welcome Renee and the RT Taxes team into the Pelican3 family,” said Paul Hugenberg III, Founder and Managing Member of Pelican3. “This acquisition brings additional depth in compliance-focused tax and accounting expertise, which perfectly complements our technology-led advisory services. Integrating their strengths allows us to deliver holistic solutions that help clients navigate complex regulatory environments and leverage innovation for growth.”

“Joining Pelican3 feels like the perfect next step for both my team and our clients,” said Renee Talabac. “We’ve always focused on building lasting relationships and delivering personal, practical advice. Now we get to do that with even more tools, technology, and support behind us. What I love most about Pelican3 is that they share our genuine commitment to helping clients thrive not just during tax season, but throughout the entire year. I couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead.”

“At Pelican3, we don’t just service the books, we transform how clients operate,” added Rob Blanchard, Co-Founder and Managing Member of Pelican3. “By bringing Renee’s team on board, we’re reinforcing our tax and accounting pillar and enabling even greater synergy between our CPA, advisory, and digital transformation capabilities. Our clients win when their back-office and front-office all speak the same language of technology, data, and strategy.”

About Pelican3 Consulting LLC

Pelican3 is a forward-looking CPA and IT advisory firm headquartered in Ohio, with offices in Poland (OH) and Columbus (OH). The firm specializes in a wide spectrum of services including cybersecurity, compliance & regulatory support (SOC 1 & 2, CMMC, DORA readiness), automation & AI, digital experience enablement, client accounting services (CAS), tax, and advisory. Pelican3’s mission is to be the trusted partner that delivers tailored CPA and technology solutions to empower clients to meet both the challenges of today and the opportunities of tomorrow. pelican3.net

About RT Taxes LLC of Warren, OH

RT Taxes LLC is a well-established tax and accounting practice operating out of Champion, Ohio and Jupiter, Florida. With a client-centric focus and experienced team, RT Taxes has built a reputation for dependable tax compliance, planning, and accounting services for individuals and business clients.

For media inquiries, please contact:
Rob Blanchard (Managing Member)
Pelican3 Consulting LLC
Phone: (614) 775-8298
Email: communications@pelican3.net

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain forward-looking statements regarding Pelican3’s strategy, anticipated benefits of the acquisition, integration plans, and expected client outcomes. These statements are based on current assumptions and expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this release. Pelican3 undertakes no obligation to update or revise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.