Global Tax Network (GTN) has been named the winner of the 2026 CCH William Award for Community Impact, presented by Wolters Kluwer. The award, named after CCH founder William KixMiller, celebrates innovation, leadership, and achievement across the tax and accounting profession, with the Community Impact category specifically recognizing a firm that puts its values into action through meaningful contributions to its communities.
The recognition matters because it signals that community engagement is not a peripheral activity but a core part of how the firm operates. "This is a meaningful recognition of the generosity and commitment our people demonstrate every day," said Eric Loff, President of GTN. "Our employees continue to find ways to turn their time, talents, and resources into meaningful support for others. Whether through volunteering, fundraising, or supporting local organizations, they remind us that success is about more than what we accomplish as a business. It's also about the positive difference we make in the communities around us."
GTN's approach is employee-led, with staff empowered to identify opportunities and bring the firm's commitment to service to life in the communities where they live and work. One of the most visible initiatives is Beards and Braids for Busy Season, GTN's signature employee-led philanthropic campaign. For more than 13 years, the program has transformed one of the busiest times of the year for tax professionals into an opportunity to come together for a greater purpose, engaging employees, clients, family, and friends. In 2026, proceeds supported Move for Hunger, helping provide more than 25,400 meals to families facing food insecurity.
The firm's commitment extends beyond fundraising. Through its GTN Gives Back program, employees receive paid time off each year to volunteer their time and talents in support of local organizations. Additionally, for every new corporate client engagement, GTN makes a donation to the Malala Fund in their honor, supporting educational opportunities for girls around the world.
At its 2026 company-wide conference, GTN employees partnered with United Way to assemble backpacks filled with school supplies for students preparing for the new school year. Employees further supported their communities through the firm's annual Toys for Tots drive, collecting toys to help bring joy to children during the holiday season.
The implications of this award extend beyond a single honor. By tying community involvement to employee empowerment and client engagement, GTN demonstrates a model that can influence how other professional services firms think about corporate responsibility. The recognition from Wolters Kluwer, detailed through the CCH William Awards program, also raises the visibility of the firm's people-first values. As GTN continues to connect its values with action, the award underscores that lasting impact in communities can be a measurable part of professional success. More information about the firm is available at gtn.com.
