Bloomberg Tax Celebrates Exceptional Professionals with State Tax Awards 2025 Recognition
On January 27, 2026, Bloomberg Tax proudly recognized the distinguished winners of its 2025 State Tax Awards in a ceremony held during the annual State Tax Advisory Board Awards Dinner in New York City. This prestigious event celebrated impressive leadership and dedication to the complex realm of state and local taxes (SALT).
The Franklin C. Latcham Award for Distinguished Service in State and Local Tax was awarded to Jaye Calhoun, a partner at Kean Miller, LLP. With over 30 years of experience guiding clients through intricate tax compliance challenges, Calhoun brings a wealth of knowledge to her field. Her impact extends beyond client work; she is a prolific writer and a regular speaker at national tax conferences. Notably, her contributions to Bloomberg Tax's recent State Tax Portfolio, titled "Portfolio 1100-1st State Corporate Income Tax General Principles," earned her the State Tax Author of the Year title in 2023. Academically, Calhoun holds an LL.M in Taxation from Georgetown Law Center and serves as an adjunct professor.
Also honored this year are Tom Zaino, Steve Hall, and Tommy Zaino from Zaino Hall Farrin LLC, recognized as the State Tax Authors of the Year for their outstanding contributions to the Bloomberg Tax Ohio Corporate Income Tax Navigator and Ohio Excise Tax Navigator. Their thorough chapter-by-chapter analysis and reviews help ensure that taxpayers and tax advisors can depend on the high quality of Bloomberg Tax's state-specific content.
Thomas Zaino, the founder of the firm, has a profound background as a former Ohio Tax Commissioner and extensive federal and multistate tax experience. He is joined by Steve Hall, a named partner with over 20 years of experience advising clients on state and local tax issues, and Tommy Zaino, an associate attorney with considerable experience in federal and state tax planning and litigation. Together, they provide essential insights to help professionals navigate the complexities of Ohio tax laws.
Evan Croen, Head of Bloomberg Tax, commended all award recipients, stating, "This year's winners have set a high bar through their commitment to excellence and leadership." His acknowledgment of their significant input highlights how these professionals enrich the tax community, helping others maneuver within a complex and ever-changing landscape of taxation. He emphasized that Bloomberg Tax is proud to recognize the contributions these leaders have made, not just for their immediate clients but for the wider industry.
For further insights into the biographies of the award winners and an expansive overview of their work, interested parties can visit Bloomberg Tax.
Bloomberg Tax provides a comprehensive suite of solutions tailored to assist tax and accounting professionals navigate the intricate dynamics of global taxation. Using practitioner-driven insights combined with intelligent, AI-driven tools, Bloomberg Tax empowers organizations to ensure compliance, streamline workflows, and enhance strategic decision-making. Their innovative solutions effectively address complicated calculations and swiftly adapt to regulatory changes, thereby enabling businesses to minimize risks, bolster tax strategies, and confidently attain measurable results. Bloomberg Tax operates under Bloomberg Industry Group, part of Bloomberg L.P., a renowned global leader in business and financial information and analytics.
As the tax landscape continues to evolve, Bloomberg Tax is committed to providing its clients with the resources and guidance necessary to excel, ensuring they remain at the forefront of compliance and strategic tax planning.
The Franklin C. Latcham Award for Distinguished Service in State and Local Tax was awarded to Jaye Calhoun, a partner at Kean Miller, LLP. With over 30 years of experience guiding clients through intricate tax compliance challenges, Calhoun brings a wealth of knowledge to her field. Her impact extends beyond client work; she is a prolific writer and a regular speaker at national tax conferences. Notably, her contributions to Bloomberg Tax's recent State Tax Portfolio, titled "Portfolio 1100-1st State Corporate Income Tax General Principles," earned her the State Tax Author of the Year title in 2023. Academically, Calhoun holds an LL.M in Taxation from Georgetown Law Center and serves as an adjunct professor.
Also honored this year are Tom Zaino, Steve Hall, and Tommy Zaino from Zaino Hall Farrin LLC, recognized as the State Tax Authors of the Year for their outstanding contributions to the Bloomberg Tax Ohio Corporate Income Tax Navigator and Ohio Excise Tax Navigator. Their thorough chapter-by-chapter analysis and reviews help ensure that taxpayers and tax advisors can depend on the high quality of Bloomberg Tax's state-specific content.
Thomas Zaino, the founder of the firm, has a profound background as a former Ohio Tax Commissioner and extensive federal and multistate tax experience. He is joined by Steve Hall, a named partner with over 20 years of experience advising clients on state and local tax issues, and Tommy Zaino, an associate attorney with considerable experience in federal and state tax planning and litigation. Together, they provide essential insights to help professionals navigate the complexities of Ohio tax laws.
Evan Croen, Head of Bloomberg Tax, commended all award recipients, stating, "This year's winners have set a high bar through their commitment to excellence and leadership." His acknowledgment of their significant input highlights how these professionals enrich the tax community, helping others maneuver within a complex and ever-changing landscape of taxation. He emphasized that Bloomberg Tax is proud to recognize the contributions these leaders have made, not just for their immediate clients but for the wider industry.
For further insights into the biographies of the award winners and an expansive overview of their work, interested parties can visit Bloomberg Tax.
Bloomberg Tax provides a comprehensive suite of solutions tailored to assist tax and accounting professionals navigate the intricate dynamics of global taxation. Using practitioner-driven insights combined with intelligent, AI-driven tools, Bloomberg Tax empowers organizations to ensure compliance, streamline workflows, and enhance strategic decision-making. Their innovative solutions effectively address complicated calculations and swiftly adapt to regulatory changes, thereby enabling businesses to minimize risks, bolster tax strategies, and confidently attain measurable results. Bloomberg Tax operates under Bloomberg Industry Group, part of Bloomberg L.P., a renowned global leader in business and financial information and analytics.
As the tax landscape continues to evolve, Bloomberg Tax is committed to providing its clients with the resources and guidance necessary to excel, ensuring they remain at the forefront of compliance and strategic tax planning.
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