Professional Excellence
Business and Industry Award
Jennifer Cadena
2025–2026 Honors and Recognition
TXCPA recognized members and chapters for their service, leadership and contributions to the accounting profession during the Annual Meeting and Leadership Council meeting. Congratulations to this year’s Rising Stars and recipients of TXCPA’s business and industry, education, chapter, service and leadership awards.
These members and chapters exemplify the leadership, service and commitment that strengthen the profession throughout Texas.
Recognizing the next generation of leaders making an impact within TXCPA and the accounting profession.
Professional Excellence
Jennifer Cadena
Education
Tara Blasor, Julie Duncan, Mark Persellin and Stephanie Ross
Chapter Excellence
TXCPA Rio Grande Valley
Chapter Excellence
TXCPA East Texas
Emerging Leadership
Lindsey Kennimer
Volunteer Leadership
Jeffrey Johanns
Community Service
Lisa Ong
Distinguished Leadership
Willie Hornberger
Lasting Impact
Rachel Glasser
Leadership and Service
Jimmy Hudson and Tracie Miller
Distinguished Service
Steve Goodman
Special Recognition
Allen Heckaman, Jennifer Johnson and Marshall Pitman
Thank you for your leadership, your service and your dedication to advancing the accounting profession in Texas.