HLB Named the No. 1 Most Loved Workplace by Newsweek

LOS ANGELES, CA (June 23, 2023)HLB, the global advisory and accounting network that GHJ is a member of, was named the No. 1 Global Most Loved Workplace by Newsweek. Based on employee feedback from GHJ and other member firms, this recognition is given to companies that make their employees feel included, recognized and valued.

“We are proud to be part of a network that values its team members on a global scale and aligns with our belief that people can achieve more when they are encouraged to #BeMore,” said GHJ Managing Partner and HLB North America Chairman Tom Barry. “As a Firm and as a network we are proud of the work we do to support our team members and empower them to pursue their passions.”

Newsweek cited HLB’s initiatives to support diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility, foster collaboration among employees of all levels and lead efforts to upskill and reskill its team members globally.

“At HLB, our people are our greatest asset, and this achievement reflects our unwavering commitment to fostering a workplace culture that values and supports every individual,” said HLB Chief People Officer Marina Kooijmans. “We believe that a positive work environment drives success, innovation, and exceptional client service. This recognition further motivates us to continue investing in our people and their professional growth.”

Companies were analyzed based on employee feedback, analysis of external public online ratings and direct interviews with company officials.

Click here to read more about this win on HLB’s website.


About GHJ

GHJ is a national advisory and accounting firm with employees in more than 25 states and clients around the world. Our team of experts meet clients where they are and provide personalized service for nonprofit, food and beverage, entertainment and media and health and wellness companies. Ranked as a Top-100 Firm, 7th Fastest-Growing Firm and Top Regional Leader in the West by Accounting Today, GHJ is passionate about helping clients and its people #BeMore by focusing on building thriving businesses and creating a better future.

Through its affiliation with HLB International, a global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers, GHJ is able to partner with other top firms around the world. GHJ’s audit, tax and advisory teams leverage the HLB network to partner with its clients and give clients access to member firms in over 157 countries across the globe. GHJ has 21 partners and more than 200 staff members, who serve thousands of clients. The Firm is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the AICPA Governmental Audit Quality Center (GAQC), the California Society of CPAs and the California Association of Nonprofits (CalNonprofit).

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