Global Tax Network (GTN), a technology-enabled mobility tax services firm, 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, recognizes a firm that puts its values into action through meaningful contributions to its communities. For GTN, the recognition underscores a business philosophy that employee-led giving is integral to long-term success.
The CCH William Awards celebrate innovation, leadership, and achievement across the tax and accounting profession, honoring KixMiller's legacy of advancing the field. The Community Impact category specifically highlights firms that demonstrate a commitment to service beyond their core business. GTN's win places it among peers that view community engagement as a strategic priority rather than an afterthought.
"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 empowers employees to identify opportunities and bring the firm's commitment to service to life in the communities where they live and work. One of the firm's most visible initiatives is Beards and Braids for Busy Season, a 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 to support charitable causes. In 2026, proceeds supported Move for Hunger, helping provide more than 25,400 meals to families facing food insecurity.
Beyond fundraising, GTN's commitment extends through its GTN Gives Back program, which grants employees paid time off each year to volunteer their time and talents for local organizations and causes that matter to them. 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 also supported their communities through the firm's annual Toys for Tots drive, collecting toys to help bring joy to children during the holiday season.
For other firms in the tax and accounting profession, GTN's recognition signals that community impact can be a differentiator in attracting and retaining talent, particularly as employees increasingly seek workplaces aligned with their values. The award also highlights the role of employee empowerment in driving sustained philanthropic engagement. Details about the CCH William Award for Community Impact are available at https://www.wolterskluwer.com/en/solutions/tax-accounting-us/cch-william-awards, and more information about GTN can be found at gtn.com.
