AICPA volunteers for the 2026–2027 committee year
Congratulations to the Kentucky CPAs selected to serve as AICPA volunteers for the 2026–2027 committee year! These members are representing Kentucky through service on AICPA boards and committees:
- Irma Miller — AICPA Foundation Scholarship Committee
- William (Bill) G. Meyer III — All Council Members
- Elizabeth Woodward — All Council Members and Forensic and Valuation Services Executive Committee
- Shelly G. Compton — All Council Members
- Helen Cooper — IRS Advocacy & Relations Committee
- Dereck Barr-Pulliam — LGBTQ+ Initiatives Committee
- Robert Kester — National Accreditation Commission
- Alan Long — Peer Review Board
We appreciate these members for sharing their expertise, time and leadership on behalf of the profession and congratulate them on their appointments!
2026 Best in Finance
Congratulations to our KyCPA members recognized on Louisville Business First's 2026 Best in Finance list! Your leadership, innovation, and dedication continue to elevate Kentucky's financial community.
KyCPA member honorees:
Robin Raypole
Gary Mudd
Tory Stanley
Brad Good
Holly Cropper
Outstanding leadership and service to the Society
At its 2026 Annual Membership Meeting, the Kentucky Society of CPAs recognized two members for their outstanding leadership and service to the Society.
Vicki Romanko received the Outstanding Committee Chair Award for her leadership of the Business and Industry Committee. Recently retired from LG&E, Romanko was recognized for her dedication, thoughtful leadership and positive attitude. Under her leadership, the committee successfully plans two conferences each year, contributing valuable professional development opportunities for KyCPA members.
Olivia Davis was also recognized for her outstanding leadership and service through the Accounting Career Opportunities Committee. A consistent source of knowledge and resources, Davis has supported multiple committees and events, including Finance, Accounting and Business Careers Day, Accounting Interview Day and the Educators Conference. Her dedication and contributions have helped advance the profession and support future accounting professionals.