It takes some courage in this age of financial crisis, regulation, and sophisticated technology to operate an audit, tax and advisory services firm. Yet that is exactly what global giant KPMG International successfully accomplishes in 156 countries by relying on over 152,000 professionals, while maintaining a sterling reputation and a brand of excellence. This level of achievement is only possible if a company operates using the highest ethical standards and is able to hire and retain top talent.

According to John Veihmeyer, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of KPMG LLP, the U.S. member firm of KPMG International, ethics and integrity are cornerstones of the firm’s corporate culture. Maintaining a brand of excellence relies on the integrity, knowledge, and professionalism that each person exhibits while interacting with clients and colleagues, and KPMG LLP has 90 offices across the U.S. and more than 22,000 employees and partners.