Wolters Kluwer announces winners of the 2026 CCH William Awards

Honoring customer innovation, community impact, emerging leadership, and people-first firm culture

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting today announced the winners of the 2026 CCH William Awards, recognizing firms and professionals whose ideas, leadership, and service are helping move the tax and accounting profession forward. The honorees will be celebrated during CCH Connections 2026, taking place October 25 to 28 at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes and JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes in Orlando, Florida.

The CCH William Awards celebrate customers who embody the spirit of innovation, clarity, and impact associated with the CCH legacy. The 2026 winners demonstrate how technology, leadership, community engagement, and workplace culture can create meaningful value for firms, clients, employees, and communities.

"The firms and professionals we are recognizing this year are helping define what the future of tax and accounting looks like," said Cathy Rowe, Executive Vice President and Segment Leader, U.S. Professional Market, Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting. "They are embracing innovation, investing in their people, and finding new ways to create value for clients and communities. Their leadership demonstrates how our profession continues to evolve while staying grounded in the expertise and trust that make it indispensable."

2026 CCH William Award winners

Innovation Award: CliftonLarsonAllen

CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) is recognized for helping shape the future of audit through its commitment to innovation, collaboration, and modern workflows. By advancing connected data strategies, embracing emerging technologies, and partnering on the next generation of audit capabilities, the firm is creating new opportunities for professionals to focus on insight, judgment, and client value.

Community Impact Award: Global Tax Network LLC

Global Tax Network is recognized for an employee-led approach to giving back. Its Beards and Braids for Busy Season initiative has raised more than $57,000 for charitable causes, while a partnership with Move For Hunger has helped provide more than 25,400 meals. Additional programs include GTN Gives Back, Toys for Tots support, and donations to the Malala Fund tied to new corporate client relationships.

Breakthrough Leader Award: Nicole Mainini, Russell, Mainini & Franklin LLP

Nicole Mainini, CPA and Partner, is recognized for combining technical expertise with a strong commitment to mentorship, employee well-being, client service, and community leadership. Her work reflects a leadership model grounded in professional excellence, innovation, and investment in the next generation of accounting professionals.

Firm Culture & Talent Award: Smith, Brooks, Bolshoun & Co., LLP

Smith, Brooks, Bolshoun & Co., LLP is recognized for a people-first culture built on respect, flexibility, continuous learning, and opportunities for employees at every level to contribute and lead. Employee nominations highlighted the firm’s supportive environment, focus on professional growth, and commitment to helping team members balance work and family responsibilities.

About the CCH William Awards

The CCH William Awards recognize customers making a meaningful difference across the tax and accounting profession. Winners are selected for bold ideas, transformative strategies, leadership, and commitment to strengthening their firms, communities, and the industry.

About Wolters Kluwer

Wolters Kluwer (EURONEXT: WKL) is a global leader in information solutions, software and services for professionals in healthcare; tax and accounting; financial and corporate compliance; legal and regulatory; corporate performance and ESG. We help our customers make critical decisions every day by providing expert solutions that combine deep domain knowledge with technology and services. Wolters Kluwer reported 2025 annual revenues of €6.1 billion. The group serves customers in over 180 countries, maintains operations in over 40 countries, and employs approximately 21,100 people worldwide. The company is headquartered in Alphen aan den Rijn, the Netherlands.

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