Draffin Tucker Partner Kathryn Fletcher Named to Forbes 2026 America’s Best-In-State CPAs List
Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Draffin Tucker, a leading certified public accounting and advisory firm with offices in Albany, GA, Atlanta, GA, and Charleston, SC, is proud to announce that Partner Kathryn Fletcher has been named to the 2026 Forbes America’s Best-In-State CPAs list.
The Forbes America’s Best-In-State CPAs list recognizes the nation’s finest active certified public accountants, selected from thousands of candidates through a rigorous evaluation process. Candidates are assessed across ten weighted categories, including achievements, professional honors, influence on the profession, performance, thought leadership, and community service. This independent recognition is produced exclusively by Forbes editorial staff and reviewed by an advisory board of accomplished CPAs.
“Kathryn’s inclusion on the Forbes America’s Best-In-State CPAs list is a testament to the exceptional dedication and expertise she brings to our firm, our clients, and our profession every day,” says Jeff Wright, Draffin Tucker Managing Partner. “Her commitment to quality, her depth of knowledge in audit and accounting, and her investment in developing the next generation of professionals at Draffin Tucker make her one of the most valuable members of our team. We are incredibly proud of this well-deserved recognition.”
Fletcher joined Draffin Tucker in 2001 and has since built extensive expertise in auditing non-profit and governmental healthcare entities. As a Quality Management Partner within the firm’s Audit and Accounting service group, she assists with accounting and auditing research, conducts attest engagement reviews, contributes to the training and development of firm personnel, and oversees the firm’s quality management policies.
“I am truly honored to be included on Forbes’ America’s Best-In-State CPAs list,” said Fletcher, upon learning of this year’s list. “This recognition reflects the collaborative culture and pursuit of excellence that defines Draffin Tucker. I am grateful to work alongside such talented colleagues and to serve clients who challenge and inspire me every day. Quality and integrity are at the heart of everything we do, and I am proud to represent those values on behalf of our firm.”
Fletcher holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Brewton-Parker College and a Master of Business Administration from Kennesaw State University. She is a Certified Public Accountant licensed to practice in Georgia.
