2026 Member Recognition Gala Recap & Photos

On May 7, over 220 guests attended the CPA Manitoba Member Recognition Gala at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. It was a special evening honouring our 2026 recipients. 

As CPA Manitoba’s Interim CEO, Kathy Zaplitny, CPA, shared in the 2026 Spotlight, “This year’s recipients are accomplished leaders who exemplify the values of the profession through their integrity and commitment to excellence. They are equally respected in their communities for their commitment to charitable and non-profit organizations.”

CPA Manitoba proudly recognized the following individuals:

Lifetime Achievement Award  
Dale Gislason, FCPA, FCGA
 
Fellow CPA (FCPA)  
Marlene Kendall, FCPA, FCA 
Ryan Palmer, FCPA, FCA  
Eric Robert, FCPA, FCGA 
Andrew Stibbard, FCPA, FCA
 
Early Achievement Award  
Lainey Bokhaut, CPA
Samara Preun, CPA, CGA
  
Distinguished Service Award  
Wayne Bridgeman, CPA, CGA
Adam Hanson, CPA, CA
Bethany Rose, CPA, CA
Ashley Schulz, CPA 
Whitney Sharkey, CPA, CA
Jordan Ulrich, CPA, CA

Read each recipient’s story in the 2026 Member Recognition Spotlight. 

View the photos from the gala.