The Society’s annual awards program recognizes outstanding individuals and organizations within the CPA profession. Congratulations to this year’s finalists, listed below by award category.
Finalists will be recognized at CPA Celebration on November 20, 2026, at The Crane Bay Event Center in downtown Indianapolis. The Award Selection Committee will announce and honor the winners that evening.
Advocacy
This award honors an individual or organization that has advocated on behalf of the CPA profession by working with the INCPAS advocacy team, legislators and/or regulatory officials. Does not have to be an INCPAS member.
- Chad Miller, CMI
- Katie Stephens, CPA
- Amy Zimmer
Emerging Leaders
This award honors up-and-coming leaders in the profession — examples of leadership can be for their employer, clients and/or the community. Must be a member and under age 35 on December 31.
- Avery Bundy, CPA
- Abbie Moyer, CPA
- Audrey Sattison, CPA
- Anastasia Sturm, CPA
- Stephen Tepner, CPA
INCPAS Volunteer of the Year
This award honors an individual who has gone above and beyond to serve INCPAS in volunteer role(s). Must be an INCPAS member.
- Ben W. Angelo, CPA, Ph.D.
Talent Pipeline
This award honors an individual or organization that is building, diversifying and/or retaining talent in the profession. Does not have to be an INCPAS member.
- Emily Schweikher
- Roger L. Stichter, CPA
Visionary
This award honors a transformative individual or organization implementing activities, processes or programs designed to address future issues/needs. Must be an INCPAS member.
- Jeffrey M. Donovan, CPA, CVA, MAFF
- Jennifer Miller David, CPA
- ZeNai Savage, CPA
Women to Watch
This award honors outstanding long-time or up-and-coming women within the CPA profession. Must be an INCPAS member.
- Valerie Borchers
- Shelley A. Mattaliano, CPA
- Joyce Nelson, CPA
- Mandy K. Rose, CPA
- Kira R. Sexton, CPA
- Jackie F. Verbeten, CPA
