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TRP Sumner Partner Kelly Puryear named 2025–2026 President of NCACPA

By Staff Report, posted 5 months ago

TRP Sumner, PLLC is proud to announce that Partner Kelly Puryear, CPA, CGMA, has been selected to serve as the 2025–2026 President of the North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants (NCACPA). This prestigious appointment highlights Puryear’s longstanding commitment to the accounting profession and his strong leadership within the industry.

The NCACPA is a respected statewide organization whose mission is to enhance the success of

its members and strengthen the accounting profession through advocacy, education and strategic

professional development. As president, Puryear will help guide the organization in delivering vital resources, promoting professional excellence and ensuring CPAs remain at the forefront of

industry changes and innovation.

“Kelly’s appointment is a true testament to his dedication, expertise and leadership,” said Taylor

Stephenson, CEO at TRP Sumner, in a press release. “We are incredibly proud to have one of our own assume such a meaningful and impactful role.”

In this capacity, Puryear will work alongside fellow board members and stakeholders to shape the future of the profession and support more than 12,000 members of the NCACPA statewide.

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