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Porte Brown LLC Earned Recognition in 2025

Porte Brown LLC, a prominent accounting and consulting firm based in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, has proudly received national acclaim by being selected as one of Accounting Today's 2025 Best Firms for Women. This recognition signifies the firm's dedication to creating a supportive and empowering work environment for its female employees.

Criteria for Recognition

Firms were carefully evaluated based on several criteria set by Accounting Today, specifically tailored to ensure that women's representation and satisfaction are taken into account. The requirements stated that firms needed to have at least 15 women employees, whereas those with a larger workforce of over 60 employees were required to have a minimum of 25% female representation. Additionally, the selection process included a stringent employee survey, where firms had to achieve a female response rate of 40% or greater, with an 80% average positive feedback to secure a spot on the list.

Commitment to Women’s Advancement

This acknowledgement is more than just a badge of honor; it reflects Porte Brown's deep-rooted commitment to enhancing career growth for women within the accounting sector. Kelley Hare, CPA, MST, and Tax Partner at Porte Brown, emphasized the significance of this award by stating, "We are honored to be named one of Accounting Today's 2025 Best Firms for Women. This recognition highlights our commitment to providing an environment where women can build meaningful careers and contribute at the highest levels."

Hare further mentioned that this accomplishment represents the firm's ongoing efforts in fostering an environment that values diversity and equality as it endeavors to support its employees’ career paths.

Previous Accolades

This accolade is particularly noteworthy as it accompanies Porte Brown's prior recognition earlier in 2025, where it was ranked seventh among the Best Firms to Work For in the medium-size category (50-249 employees). These achievements collectively demonstrate Porte Brown's strategic initiatives aimed at professional development and nurturing talent, particularly among women in a traditionally male-dominated industry.

About Porte Brown

Founded over 75 years ago, Porte Brown LLC is a full-service accounting and consulting firm dedicated to serving individuals, businesses, and organizations across the Chicagoland area. The firm’s wide-ranging services include tax planning, auditing, business valuations, retirement plans, and strategic consulting utilizing advanced cloud-based metrics and reporting tools. Additionally, wealth management services are available through Porte Brown Wealth Management LLC.

The firm has embraced evolving trends in the industry, ensuring its methods and metrics are not only relevant but effective for its clientele, thus maintaining a competitive edge in a fast-changing market.

As the firm looks to the future, Porte Brown remains committed to its mission of delivering exceptional service while fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees. This commitment to gender equality in the workplace signals a promising evolution in the industry, inspiring other firms to follow suit and create environments where all talents can thrive equally.

For more information about their services and ethos, visit Porte Brown’s website or contact their office at 847-956-1040.