Whitley Penn CPAs Recognized for Excellence Across Multiple States
Fort Worth, TX (May 12, 2026)
Whitley Penn announced today that multiple firm partners have been named to a national business publication’s 2026 Best-In-State CPAs list, which recognizes leading certified public accountants across the United States for professional excellence and service to their communities.
The annual list is compiled by the publication’s editorial team and highlights CPAs selected through a comprehensive, multi-stage evaluation process from a pool of several thousand candidates nationwide. Each nominee is assessed using criteria focused on professional experience, leadership, innovation, and service to clients, communities, and the accounting profession.
The following Whitley Penn partners were named to the 2026 Best-In-State CPAs list (alphabetical order):
- Tabatha Coffey, CPA — Tax Partner, Hobbs, NM
- Celina Cereceres, CPA — Audit Partner – Public Sector, Houston, TX
- Evan Green, CPA — Audit Partner, Odessa, TX
- Andy Hines, CPA — Audit Partner, Fort Worth, TX
- Jon P. Karp, CPA — Tax Partner, Dallas, TX
- Katherine Kirk, CPA — Tax Partner, Odessa, TX
- Nathen McEown, CPA — Chief Executive Officer, Houston, TX
- Kristen Sayegh, CPA — Tax Partner, Houston, TX
“I am honored to be named to such a prestigious list along with several of my colleagues,” said Nathen McEown, CPA, Chief Executive Officer of Whitley Penn. “They lead with integrity, generosity of knowledge, and a profound commitment to serving their clients, teams, and communities. Their work reflects the values that define Whitley Penn.”
The complete list and profiles are available on the publisher’s website: https://www.forbes.com/lists/best-in-state-cpas/
About Whitley Penn, LLP
For more than 40 years, Whitley Penn tax, audit, and advisory professionals have been dedicated to the success of our clients. Our mission is to provide transformative solutions that deliver valuable results and develop strong relationships. With an established presence in the Southwest and as an independent member of HLB International, we are strategically positioned to help you grow both locally and globally. At Whitley Penn, your future is our focus. www.whitleypenn.com.
