Heard, McElroy & Vestal Recognized as 2026 Regional Leader

ARTICLE | March 25, 2026

Shreveport, La. — [March 25, 2026] — Heard, McElroy & Vestal (HMV) has been named a 2026 Regional Leader (Gulf Coast) by Accounting Today as part of the publication’s annual Top 100 Firms and Regional Leaders report.

“This recognition reflects the trust our clients place in us and the dedication our people bring to serving them every day,” said HMV Managing Partner Roy Prestwood. “Since 1946, HMV has remained focused on delivering practical guidance that helps clients move forward — and on investing in our communities through the relationships we build and the organizations we support.”

Celebrating 80 years of client service, HMV continues to serve businesses and individuals throughout the area with offices in Shreveport and Monroe, Louisiana, as well as Longview, Texas, providing a wide range of services, including tax planning and preparation, audit and assurance, business valuation, retirement plan services, and business advisory support.

Published by Arizent, Accounting Today’s Top 100 Firms and Regional Leaders of 2026 recognizes leading accounting firms nationwide and highlights firms demonstrating performance and growth within their regions. In the 2026 report, the Gulf Coast region is defined as Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, and Mississippi. HMV is listed among the Gulf Coast Regional Leaders with three offices, 23 partners and more than 170 employees.

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