Each year, GBQ acknowledges associates who embody our firm’s purpose of empowering growth, guided by our brand attributes: highly motivated, personable, attentive, sociable, savvy, passionate, innovative, and responsible.

Rookie of the Year

This award is presented to associates who joined GBQ in the past year with energy and enthusiasm and have helped make a difference in the firm.
  • 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.

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.

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.

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.

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
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