WBL in Top 50 “Best of the Best” CPA Firms in U.S.

September 2020

Russell Bedford's Atlanta member firm, Williams Benator & Libby, LLP (WBL), has been named as one of the top 50 Best of the Best Accounting Firms in the United States by INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA).

According to IPA, the 2020 Best of the Best firms produce superior financial results while planning for long-term sustainable growth.

This year, more than 540 firms participated in IPA’s 30th Annual Survey and Analysis of Firms and were eligible for the award. The top performers were ranked on more than 50 metrics including growth, income, productivity, tools of governance, and staff turnover.

Speaking about the announcement, WBL managing partner, Bruce V. Benator, said: "This is the second year that WBL has participated in INSIDE Public Accounting’s annual survey, and we are honored to be selected again as a Best of the Best firm. This recognition affirms that putting people first—our staff, our clients and our community—creates the strongest foundation for success."

Michael Platt, principal of The Platt Group that publishes IPA, said: "Best of the Best firms are exceptional in the competitive world of public accounting."

Adding: "What sets the Best of the Best firms apart is their ability to leverage their team and create employee opportunities in a work environment that team members are excited about and proud to work for."