Cincinnati, Ohio – GBQ Partners is proud to announce that Ryan Kilpatrick, CPA, CCIFP, partner on the firm’s tax and advisory team, has been recognized as a member of the Cincinnati Business Courier’s Forty Under 40 Class of 2025, a testament to his professional excellence, community leadership, and commitment to innovation in the accounting and business advisory field.
Launched in 2007, the Cincinnati Business Courier’s Forty Under 40 program honors the region’s most dynamic young professionals under the age of 40. The rigorous nomination and selection process shines a spotlight on individuals who have demonstrated exceptional career achievements, community involvement, entrepreneurial initiative, and leadership potential. Past honorees have gone on to make significant impacts across industries, including finance, healthcare, education, and technology, making the recognition a milestone in any rising leader’s career.
“We congratulate Ryan on this well-deserved honor recognizing his balanced leadership, outstanding results for our clients, and his meaningful contributions to the Cincinnati community,” said Chad Williams, CPA, Managing Partner of GBQ’s Cincinnati office.
About Ryan Kilpatrick
Ryan Kilpatrick, CPA, has been a standing pillar at GBQ for over a decade. As a partner, he specializes in financial reporting, audit compliance, tax strategy, and advisory services for privately held businesses. Additionally, he serves as a leader on the firm’s Construction and Restaurant services teams. His expertise in streamlining operations, advising on growth transitions, and guiding clients through regulatory complexities has led him to be a go-to, trusted leader at GBQ.