<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Multiplier Holdings publicly launched, raising $27.5 million to acquire professional services firms and enhance them with AI automation.The company aims to transform tax, accounting, and advisory services with integrated technology and client service.The global professional services market faces challenges like labor shortages and legacy technologies.Multiplier Holdings plans to improve scalability and customer service through its AI-driven practice management platform.The company worked with Citrine International Tax, doubling cash flows and streamlining processes.Lightspeed Venture Partners led Multiplier Holdings' Series A round.The company's approach of AI-native platforms may be more effective than traditional SaaS for industry modernization.Embracing automation and AI in accounting could address ongoing labor shortages and attract new talent.Innovation solutions are seen as key to meeting the demand for accounting services.Multiplier Holdings seeks to create hybrid technology firms with top-notch client service and automation.The company collaborates with domain experts to drive growth and efficiency in professional services firms.CEO Noah Pepper emphasizes technology-enabled client service as a competitive advantage.Multiplier Holdings aligns incentives across stakeholders for hybrid technology firms.The company's goal is to outperform traditional firms using off-the-shelf AI solutions.Multiplier Holdings helps companies improve productivity through custom technology platforms.The company works with professional services firms as a long-term owner to enhance scalability and customer experience.