GBQ, a Top 100 tax, accounting and consulting firm, is pleased to announce its inclusion in INSIDE Public Accounting’s (IPA) 2026 Top 100 CPA Firms ranking, achieving a ranking of #87 nationally among the largest public accounting firms in the United States. This recognition reflects GBQ’s continued growth, strong client relationships, and commitment to empowering growth for its people, communities, and clients.
The 2026 ranking is based on annual net firm revenues, with GBQ reporting $78,187,086 in annual revenue. The firm’s improved position from its 2025 ranking of #94 demonstrates the continued success of its long-term growth strategy, investments in talent, expanded service offerings, and unwavering focus on client success.
“Being recognized among the nation’s Top 100 CPA firms is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the exceptional people who make GBQ what it is today,” said GBQ's Managing Partner, Darci Congrove, CPA. “Our continued advancement in the IPA rankings underscores the strength of our culture, the trust our clients place in us, and our shared commitment to empowering growth. We are grateful for the opportunities we've had to grow alongside our clients and remain focused on delivering meaningful outcomes for the businesses and communities we serve.”
INSIDE Public Accounting’s annual firm rankings are widely regarded as one of the accounting profession’s most respected benchmarks, evaluating firms based on net revenue and providing insight into the nation’s leading accounting organizations.
This year, GBQ has been the recipient of several accolades recognizing our commitment to empowering growth: Accounting Today’s 2026 Top 100 Firms, USA TODAY’s 2026 list of America’s Most Recommended Tax & Accounting Firms, Business First’s 2026 Largest Accounting Firms in Central Ohio, Ohio Business magazine’s 2026 Best Workplaces in Ohio and Business First’s 2026 Best Places to Work.
The official list of Best Workplaces in Ohio will be published in the August 2026 edition of Ohio Business magazine.
At GBQ, our purpose is clear: we empower growth; growth of our people, our communities, and our clients’ businesses. A top tax, accounting and consulting firm for 70 years, we’re driven by the outcomes that we know can change the lives of those we work with and for. We’ve learned that this is what matters most to our stakeholders. It is this purpose that drives and inspires us every day. It’s why we exist. Visit GBQ online at www.GBQ.com or follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.