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How HubSync Became the Tax Automation Platform for Top 25 CPA Firms

Thoma Bravo's Behind the Deal

Thoma Bravo

July 17, 2025

Show Notes

HubSync started as a bootstrapped idea from John McGowan, a former Big Four tax professional who saw the tech gap in mid-sized CPA firms. In this episode of ‘Behind the Deal,’ Thoma Bravo Partner Ross Devor talks with John about how he turned early consulting work into a profitable SaaS business, the strategy behind landing over 40% of the top 25 accounting firms, and how product market fit shaped every decision.

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