Recognized and Honored

We’re thrilled to announce CLA's St. Louis office has been recognized as a Top Workplace for 2024 by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team members who make our office a great place to work.

The Top Workplaces award is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by Energage, LLC. The survey measures several aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution, and connection.

At CLA, we strive to create a culture of valuing our team members and fostering growth and development. We’re committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment to encourage collaboration and innovation. Our team members are our greatest asset, and we’re proud to offer them a workplace where they can thrive.

We look forward to continuing to build a workplace culture that supports our team members and enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients.

CLA’s New Jersey offices announces it has been named by NJBIZ as a Best Place to Work in New Jersey 2024 for the 13th consecutive year. CLA NJ was recognized in the large company category (250+ employees) alongside several other prominent businesses in the state.

Winners of NJBIZ’s 2024 Best Places to Work are selected based on a research-driven confidential employee survey to gather feedback about why they believe their company is an ideal place to work, as well as their thoughts on the company’s practices, programs, and benefits.

“We're thrilled to be recognized for our commitment to creating a positive and inclusive work environment. A big thank you to our amazing team... it is each of you, and all our family members across the country, that make CLA a best place to work.” Alan Sobel, Managing Principal

Winners of the Best Places to Work awards will be honored at a ceremony on September 26, 2024. Additionally, honorees will be featured in a special section included in an upcoming issue of NJBIZ.

We’re thrilled to announce CLA’s Chicago office has been recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune. This award recognizes the efforts and commitment of our team members in making our office a positive place to work.

“We’re excited to be recognized by the Chicago Tribune as a top place to work for the second year in a row. It reflects the collective effort of everyone in the office, making it an excellent environment to build a career.” Joseph Baez, Managing Principal Greater Chicagoland

The Top Workplaces award is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by Energage, LLC. The survey measures several aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution, and connection.

At CLA, we strive to create a culture of valuing our team members and fostering growth and development. We’re committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment to encourage collaboration and innovation. Our team members are our greatest asset, and we’re proud to offer them a workplace where they can thrive.

We look forward to continuing to build a workplace culture that supports our team members and enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients.

We’re thrilled to announce CLA’s Rhode Island office has been recognized as a Top Workplace for 2024 by the Providence Journal. The Top Workplaces honor is based solely on confidential employee feedback gathered by a third-party survey administered by Energage and celebrates local employers that have gone above and beyond to create an outstanding workplace culture.

"We are so proud of the Top Workplaces recognition! This is a testament to all the work our people put in day-in and day-out to make our office a better place to work. Whether it’s the client service, community service projects, or the meals we share, everyone gives extra effort to make people feel welcomed and part of the CLA family.”
David Fontes, Managing Principal, Rhode Island and New Bedford

This is the second year in a row that CLA has been recognized as a Rhode Island Top Workplaces honoree. We’re proud to be recognized for our efforts to create a positive work environment for our employees.

We’re excited to share that CLA’s Irvine office has been honored as a 2024 Top Workplace by The Orange County Register. This award highlights the dedication and hard work of our team members in creating a positive and supportive work environment.

At CLA, we’re dedicated to cultivating a culture that values our team members and promotes their growth and development. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment encouraging collaboration and innovation. Our team members are our greatest asset, and we take pride in offering them a workplace where they can thrive.

“Culture is built by professionals believing in a common goal and actively participating in the accomplishment of that goal. Our goal in our Irvine office has been and will continue to be to provide a collaborative culture where individuals are challenged and can thrive.” Paul Treinen, Managing Principal of Office

We look forward to continuing to build a workplace culture that supports our team members and enables us to deliver exceptional service to our clients.

The votes are in! Our CLA Maumee and Findlay locations were voted Top Places to Work in Toledo 2025 award winners by The Blade.

“We’re thrilled to get this recognition for a second year in a row. What’s most meaningful to me is that our own people are acknowledging what I also know; that there’s something special about our local culture. We work together to deliver excellent service and we take care of each other, too.” Jaimee Weaver, Managing Principal of Office, Western Ohio

The best part? Results are determined by employee feedback and surveys. Thank you to our CLA family members in our Maumee and Findlay offices. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our teams. It reflects the positive culture and supportive environment we strive to create every day.

We’re incredibly proud of this achievement and grateful to our employees for their valuable feedback. Their commitment and passion are what make CLA a great place to work. Let's continue building on this success and make 2025 an even better year!

We’re excited to share that CLA’s Tampa Bay location has been honored as a 2025 Top Workplace by the Tampa Bay Times. This award highlights the dedication and hard work of our team members in creating a positive and supportive work environment.

At CLA, we’re dedicated to cultivating a culture that values our team members and promotes their growth and development. We’re committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment encouraging collaboration and innovation. Our team members are our greatest asset, and we take pride in offering them a workplace where they can thrive.

“We're excited to be named one of the Top Workplaces in Tampa Bay for the second year in a row. Our firm is all about valuing our employees and creating a community where everyone collaborates and has fun. This award shows just how dedicated our team is, and we're proud to offer a place where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally.” Gretchen Whalen, Tampa Bay Managing Principal of Office

The Tampa Bay Times partners with Energage to determine the top 100 workplaces in Tampa Bay. Each year, employers in the region are surveyed to get an understanding of what it’s like to work in a variety of industries, and from a number of companies, to come up with an annual ranking.

We look forward to continuing to build a workplace culture that supports our team members and enables us to deliver exceptional service to our clients.

This award program celebrates employers in the greater Washington D.C. area nominated by their own staff. The Washington Post’s Top Workplaces award is based solely on employee survey results and represents only high-scoring organizations. The Post collaborates with Top Workplaces to recognize companies and organizations in the Washington area with high levels of employee engagement and satisfaction.

“We’re thrilled to be recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in the greater Washington D.C. area. At our firm, we strive to create a culture that values our employees and fosters a sense of community and collaboration. This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, and we are proud to provide an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally." Jenny Wise, Managing Principal of Office

We are thrilled to announce that our Minnesota offices have been named a top workplace of 2023 by the Star Tribune. This annual competition honors companies that create a fun, challenging, and rewarding workplace for their employees. We are proud to be recognized for our efforts in creating a positive work environment for our CLA Family members.

This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our employees who make CLA a great place to work. We believe that a positive work culture is essential to the success of our firm, and we are committed to creating an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally.

Being named a top workplace not only proves that our employees are happy to be a part of the CLA Family, but it also helps with our recruiting efforts for new employees. We know that top talent is attracted to companies with a positive work culture, and this award helps us stand out in a competitive job market.

In addition to helping with our recruiting efforts, this award also helps raise awareness of CLA in our market. We are proud to be recognized as a top workplace and believe that this award will help us continue to grow and expand our presence in Minnesota.

“We would like to thank the Star Tribune for this honor and congratulate all of the other companies who were named top workplaces. We are excited to continue our efforts in creating a positive work culture for our employees and look forward to the future growth and success of CLA. We are truly excited and honored to be selected as a top workplace. Supporting our people and providing growth opportunities is a strategic advantage for CLA because it allows us to fully show up for each other, and better serve our clients and the communities where we live and work. With our roots here in the Twin Cities, we’re grateful to able to have that legacy and continue to build our connections supporting Minnesota businesses.”Samantha Metcalf, Managing Principal Office

We’re thrilled to announce our Fort Worth office has been recognized as a Best Companies to Work For honoree by the Fort Worth Business Press. This recognition is a testament to our commitment to creating a positive and supportive work environment for our employees. We believe a happy and engaged workforce is essential to delivering exceptional client service, and we’re proud to be recognized for our efforts. Thank you to our amazing team in Fort Worth for making this achievement possible!

“Being recognized by our own people makes this achievement even more meaningful to us. At CLA, we’re dedicated to fostering a workplace that’s inclusive, supportive, and inspiring, where our professionals can build a fulfilling career path that we call their inspired career with CLA.” Jerry McMillon, Managing Principal of Office

CLA’s Connecticut offices have been named a 2024 Top Workplace by the Hartford Courant. The award program celebrates local employers in the Greater Hartford area nominated by their own staff. The Top Workplaces honor is based solely on feedback gathered by employees through a third-party survey. The confidential surveys factors in 15 workplace culture drivers, including alignment, execution, connection, among others. We’re proud to be recognized for our efforts in creating a positive work environment for our employees.

“We are immensely honored to be recognized as a top workplace by the Hartford Courant. This accolade is particularly meaningful as it is based entirely on the feedback from our CLA Connecticut family. It stands as a testament to our CLA Promise — to know and help our clients, people, and communities. We’re fortunate to have an exceptionally talented group of professionals dedicated to upholding and advancing this promise.”
Tim Warren, Connecticut Managing Principal

CLA’s Tampa office this week was honored for its workplace policies by Family Friendly Tampa Bay, a local initiative recognizing companies that have adopted family-friendly work initiatives aimed at recruiting and retaining top employees.

“We’re very excited to earn the Family Friendly Business Award™ and proud to showcase CLA as a place where we support our people in all aspects of their lives. This recognition reaffirms our commitment to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, balanced, and empowered both professionally and personally.” Gretchen Whalen, Tampa Office Managing Principal

The Family Friendly Tampa Bay initiative recognizes organizations that offer their employees family friendly benefits. Among the employee benefits CLA provides is a comprehensive wellness program shaped by the firm’s promise to know you and help you. CLA creates opportunities and fosters balance within the firm by encouraging team members to focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being. The firm offers generous paid time off and leave policies, inclusive benefits, wellness programs, flexible work schedules, recruitment, retention, and advancement, all while nurturing a positive company culture.

CLA exists to create opportunities for its clients, people, and communities. We believe we can achieve this more effectively by building a firm where individuals feel supported in every aspect of their lives.

We’re thrilled to announce CLA’s Charlotte office has been recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer.

The Top Workplaces award is determined exclusively by employee feedback collected through a third-party survey conducted by Energage, LLC. This survey evaluates various aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution, and connection.

"Receiving the Top Workplaces award is a testament to the incredible dedication and hard work of our team members. At CLA, we prioritize creating an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to grow. This recognition reflects our commitment to fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity. I am immensely proud of our team and grateful for their contributions that make CLA a great place to work. Together, we will continue to build on this success and strive to better serve our clients." Wendi Boddy, Charlotte office Managing Partner

At CLA, we’re dedicated to cultivating a culture that values our team members and promotes their growth and development. We’re committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our team members are our most valuable asset, and we take pride in offering them a workplace where they can excel.

We look forward to continuing to enhance our workplace culture, supporting our team members, and delivering exceptional service to our clients.

CLA is honored to be recognized as a 2024 mspWellness Champion by the Minneapolis Regional Chamber, the Hennepin County Health Department, and the City of Minneapolis Health Department. This recognition applauds organizations dedicated to enhancing the health and wellness of their employees and the communities they support.

CLA is committed to providing a wide variety of opportunities that support the individual wellness journeys of our family members. Our Wellness and Live Well teams are dedicated to helping each of us understand the options available, navigate complex wellness circumstances, and provide extra support. We offer resources such as mental health and nutrition discussions, financial planning, and employee assistance programs to support our family members in all dimensions of life.

“We are continuously evaluating and introducing new wellness offerings based on trends and feedback from our CLA family. That input is essential to help us create opportunities for our people to be well along the physical, social, emotional, and financial domains of life.” Pat Bowes, Managing Director of People Solutions

Champions are recognized for creating, implementing, and promoting wellness programs as an integral part of their organizational culture. They will be celebrated at the 2024 annual mspWellness Champion Celebration event on Tuesday, November 19.

We’re excited to announce our Dallas office has been named a Top Workplace by The Dallas Morning News! This prestigious recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive work environment for all our employees. At CLA, we firmly believe a happy, engaged, and motivated workforce is the cornerstone of delivering exceptional client service.

“This recognition reflects our dedication to fostering a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to make a difference, both within our firm and in the communities we serve. This achievement is a direct result of the dedication, hard work, and enthusiasm of our incredible team in Dallas.” Keith Davidson, Managing Principal of Office, Dallas

The national benchmarks for this award are set by Energage, a Pennsylvania-based research company that collaborates with The Dallas Morning News on the Top Workplaces D-FW program. Workplaces are evaluated by their employees using a short, 24-question survey. Questions in the survey include topics such as confidence in company leadership, how management develops people, pay, work-life balance, and benefits. This year, 150 companies were ranked as Top Workplaces and 51 were recognized for exceeding national standard benchmarks.

We’re thrilled to announce CLA’s Boston office has been recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace by The Boston Globe.

The Top Workplaces award is determined exclusively by employee feedback collected through a third-party survey conducted by Energage, LLC. This survey evaluates various aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution, and connection.

“Being awarded a top workplace is an incredible honor and a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team. This recognition fuels our passion and commitment to the CLA Promise and creating opportunities in an environment where everyone feels valued, inspired, and empowered. We’re thrilled and motivated to keep pushing the boundaries of excellence together!" Trey Sturtevant, Managing Principal of Massachusetts

CLA has been recognized as a top workplace due to its commitment to fostering a positive work culture that creates opportunities for its people, clients, and communities. The recognition highlights CLA's dedication to maintaining a supportive, inclusive, and engaging environment where employees can thrive and contribute to impeccable client service.

We’re excited to announce CLA’s Baltimore office has been recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace by the Baltimore Sun. The Top Workplace award is determined exclusively by employee feedback collected through a third-party survey conducted by Energage, LLC. This survey evaluates various aspects of the workplace culture and dynamics.

“It’s an honor for us to receive this prestigious 2024 Top Workplace award and particularly meaningful as it’s based entirely on feedback from our Baltimore team members. I’m immensely proud and grateful for the team’s hard work, collaboration, and commitment. Together we’re empowered to make a difference, both within our firm and the communities we serve.” Michele Chalmers, Managing Principal, Baltimore

This recognition reflects our commitment to a positive and inclusive work environment at CLA. We prioritize open communication and encourage teamwork across all levels of the organization. It’s our belief that a happy, engaged workforce is the key to impeccable client service.

CLA’s Las Vegas office has been recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace by the Las Vegas Review-Journal. This award celebrates local employers in the Las Vegas area who are nominated by their own staff.

“I’m very excited for our firm to receive this recognition, and this speaks to the great team we have in our Las Vegas office. We make our culture here at CLA a top priority, so our people, clients, and communities all have meaningful opportunities.” Amber Baker, Managing Principal — Nevada

The Top Workplaces honor is based entirely on employee feedback collected through a third-party survey. These confidential surveys evaluate 15 workplace culture drivers, such as alignment, execution, and connection, among others. We’re proud to be acknowledged for our commitment to fostering a positive work environment for our employees.