Rookie of the Year
- Eddie Freyre, Staff, Tax & Advisory
- David Ortman, Staff, Assurance & Advisory
- Christine Swigart, Administrative Specialist
- Vineeth TP, Assistant Manager, Tax & Advisory
Outstanding Attitude Award
This award is presented to associates who display an upbeat, positive attitude that makes others want to be around them.
- Grace Chaney, CPA, Senior, Tax & Advisory
- Samantha Mason, Administrative Specialist
- Debbie Vogel, Administrative Specialist
- Anne Zando, Senior, forensic & dispute advisory
Empower Award | People
This award is presented to those who embody and advocate for the firm’s brand attributes while fostering a sense of passion and enthusiasm for their colleagues. Through leadership, guidance, and support, these individuals contribute to the firm’s success while inspiring those around them.
- Therese Gillespie, Administrative Services Manager, Assurance & Advisory
- Alexandra Milheim, CPA, Manager, Assurance & Advisory
- Charlie May, CPA, Senior, Tax & Advisory
- Betty McCartney, CPA, Director, Tax & Advisory
- Zach Bonifas, CPA, Senior, Assurance & Advisory
- Yashaswini Someyanda, EA, Senior Manager, Tax & Advisory
Empower Award | Community
The recipients of this award have demonstrated a passion for driving growth and development within their local community. Whether by promoting an internal culture of action at GBQ and/or participating in external initiatives, these individuals embody a spirit of compassion and generosity that epitomizes growth and engagement to address social, environmental and economic matters.
- Emily Fankhauser, Senior Manager, Learning & Development
- Kevin VerHoef, CPA, Senior Manager, Assurance & Advisory
- Jake Etling, Manager, Finance
- Tyler Kelly CPA, Manager, Tax & Advisory
- Laura Wilhelm, CPA, Senior Manager, Assurance & Advisory
Empower Award | Clients
This award recognizes associates’ exceptional efforts and unwavering commitment to cultivating client relationships while delivering outstanding client service and offering strategic insights to guide and enhance business operations and empower growth.
- Zach Montgomery, CPA, Manager, Tax & Advisory
- Jennifer Zimmerman, CPA, Director, Tax & Advisory
- Maria Nobile, CPA, CVA, Manager, Forensic & Dispute Advisory
- Ben Willard, AAP, CAMS, CUCE, Director, Regulatory Compliance & Consulting
- Stephanie Grimm, CPA, Senior Manager, Tax & Advisory
- Caleb Ghiloni, CPA, Senior, Tax & Advisory
Morris Groner Entrepreneurial Award
This award is presented to an associate(s) who displays an entrepreneurial spirit and promotes the growth of the firm through their client service and practice development efforts.
- Alex Anthony, CPA, Director of Innovation
Jack Boyle Outstanding Leadership Award
This award is presented to an associate(s) who is an excellent leader and a well-rounded business advisor and who serves as a role model to others in the firm.
- Kari Maue, CPA, Director, Assurance & Advisory
Ron Quillin Learning Award
This award is presented to an associate(s) who is dedicated to lifelong learning and serves as a mentor and teacher to others within the firm.
- Christy Macioce CPA, Senior Manager, Tax & Advisory
- Jared Halterman, CPA, Senior Manager, Tax & Advisory