Trout CPA's Managing Partner named a 2026 Forbes best-in-state CPA. Posted by Trout CPA on May 06, 2026 Trout CPA is proud to announce that Todd Harrington, CPA, CGMA, CVA, has been named to the Forbes Best-In-State CPAs list for the second consecutive year. This recognition highlights Todd's leadership, industry expertise, and commitment to delivering high-quality service across a range of industries. The Forbes Best-In-State CPAs list recognizes top professionals across all 50 states based on criteria including professional achievement, experience, community involvement, and recent impact on the accounting profession. According to Forbes, candidates are evaluated through a combination of peer nominations, independent research, and insights from industry leaders, with an emphasis on those actively shaping the future of the profession. As Managing Partner, Todd leads Trout CPA's overall operations while continuing to serve clients in Construction, Manufacturing, and Real Estate. Since joining the firm in 1996, he has built a distinguished career that includes earning his CPA license, achieving additional credentials such as Certified Valuation Analyst and Chartered Global Management Accountant, and being admitted as Partner before stepping into his current role in 2016. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Todd remains actively involved in the community and industry organizations, including AICPA and PICPA. His continued recognition by the accounting industry reflects both his leadership at Trout CPA and his ongoing dedication to strengthening the profession. Congratulations to Todd and all of this year's Best-In-State CPAs!

On the move: big four LA leaders beautify city. Financial Accounting Foundation appoints new trustees; MGO business management professionals awarded industry accolades; and more news from across the profession. Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass hosted a "Shine LA" city beautification effort that brought together more than 400 employees of PricewaterhouseCoopers, Ernst & Young LLP and KPMG LLP for a day of service in Downtown Los Angeles, including Los Angeles managing partners (pictured from left to right) Andy Sofield of PwC; Terry Feit of Deloitte; Michelle Wroan of KPMG; and Andy Park of EY. The volunteers participated in activities that included loose litter pickup, tree planting, and more. Milton Tse was hired as an assurance partner at CohnReznick, San Francisco. MGO, Los Angeles, announced several business management professionals received industry awards: Anthony Smalls and Michael Meschures were recognized on The Hollywood Reporter's Power Business Managers list; Trusted Advisor named Smalls, Meschures, Christine Choi and Daniel Marcus to its Trusted 100: Business Managers list; Variety highlighted Smalls, Meschures, Choi, and Marcus in its Business Managers Elite awardees; and Billboard included Smalls in its Top Business Managers list. The Board of Trustees of the Financial Accounting Foundation, Norwalk, appointed Catherine Shakespeare to the Financial Accounting Standards Board for a term beginning July 1, 2026, and concluding June 30, 2031. Additionally, the FAF Board of Trustees appointed as new trustees: Mark Baer, partner at Crowe; Gregory McGreevey, who retired from Invesco in 2023; and Johnbull Okpara, who has 30 years of experience in the banking, diversified financial services and professional services industries. Sebastien Cuvelier was hired as a transaction advisory services partner at CohnReznick, Boston. Kylie Gillen was hired as a staff accountant in the audit department at KPM CPAs & Advisors, Springfield. New jersey. Jaime Reichardt was hired as a partner and the new state and local tax practice leader at CohnReznick, Holmdel. Steven geller was hired as a partner on the international services team at prager metis, new york. Sean Purple was hired as a partner at Brown Edwards, Roanoke. Victoria Perez was hired as an audit senior manager at Brown Plus, Camp Hill. Travis Oot was promoted to partner, effective Dec. 1, at Trout CPA, Lancaster. Hiral Shah was hired as a partner in the valuation and forensics practice at Bennett Thrasher, Dallas.

Trout CPA is honored to announce that Trout CPA has been recognized as a 2025 LNP Readers' Choice Awards recipient.