Ryan Named One of the 100 Best Adoption-Friendly Workplaces by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption® of 2026
Press Release
PLANO (June 23, 2026) – Ryan, a leading global tax services and software provider, has been recognized as one of the 100 Best Adoption-Friendly Workplaces by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption® for the 12th consecutive year, ranking 47 out of 100 companies nationwide.
“Our team members are at the center of everything we do, and that includes supporting them through life’s most meaningful milestones with benefits that reflect their needs,” said Ginny B. Kissling, Global President and Chief Operating Officer. “We are honored to be recognized by the Dave Thomas Foundation and remain committed to supporting our team members as they grow their families and careers.”
The annual award honors organizations that support team members who choose to grow their families through adoption and foster care by offering meaningful financial assistance, paid leave, and family-focused benefits.
The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption is a national non-profit organization that is dedicated to helping more than 140,000 children find their forever homes in the United States and Canada. The foundation works closely with child welfare advocates and policymakers to provide free resources regarding foster care adoption and raise awareness.
Ryan’s people-first culture is reflected in its comprehensive benefits offerings and the flexibility of its award-winning myRyan work environment, which empowers team members to balance professional success with personal priorities. The Firm offers up to $5,000 in reimbursement per child to support team members who choose to expand their families through adoption. Furthermore, Ryan recognizes the importance of family connection and bonding by providing 14 weeks of paid leave for team members who adopt a child.
About Ryan
Ryan, an award-winning global tax services and software provider, is the largest Firm in the world dedicated exclusively to business taxes. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, the Firm combines deep tax expertise with practitioner-built technology and comprehensive consulting, compliance, and advocacy capabilities. Supported by the acclaimed myRyan work environment, more than 7,600 team members are empowered to deliver exceptional results for more than 87,000 clients in over 80 countries, including many of the world’s most prominent Global 5000 companies. Driven by a commitment to client advocacy, Ryan helps businesses pay only what they owe, freeing capital to invest, grow, and thrive. More information about Ryan can be found at ryan.com.
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