Business owners trust us with sensitive financial information, tax compliance responsibilities, strategic planning discussions, and important business decisions. We take that responsibility seriously.
This page highlights the professional credentials, recognitions, licenses, memberships, leadership roles, educational achievements, and trust indicators that support the work we do every day on behalf of our clients.
While awards and credentials are important, we believe they are most meaningful when combined with reliable service, proactive communication, and a long-term commitment to helping business owners thrive.
Firm Licensing & Regulatory Standing
Indiana Firm Permit to Practice Accountancy
TrueBlaze LLC maintains an active Indiana Firm Permit to Practice Accountancy.
Indiana Firm Permit Number: FP51500027
Status: Active
Licensed Since: 2015
As of the date of this publication, no disciplinary actions have been reported through the Indiana Board of Accountancy.
Professional licensing serves as an important layer of accountability and helps ensure adherence to professional standards within the accounting profession.
Active CPA Licensure
The Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is one of the most respected professional credentials in accounting, taxation, and financial reporting.
CPA candidates must satisfy education requirements, pass a rigorous professional examination, meet experience requirements, and maintain ongoing continuing professional education throughout their careers.
TrueBlaze currently includes four actively licensed Certified Public Accountants across Indiana and Ohio.
Active CPA Licenses
Additional Professional Credentials
Erin Thompson previously earned Indiana CPA License #CP10100307 and brings decades of accounting and financial management experience to the clients she serves.
Collectively, our team's experience spans public accounting, corporate accounting, tax consulting, financial reporting, controller services, CFO leadership, higher education, and small business advisory services.
Professional Memberships & Industry Involvement
Members of the TrueBlaze leadership team maintain involvement with professional organizations including:
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
The AICPA is the largest professional association representing Certified Public Accountants in the United States and provides professional standards, ethics guidance, continuing education, and technical resources.
Indiana CPA Society (INCPAS)
The Indiana CPA Society supports accounting professionals throughout Indiana through education, advocacy, leadership development, and professional collaboration.
Professional Association of Small Business Accountants (PASBA)
TrueBlaze incorporates concepts and best practices developed through PASBA, an organization focused on helping accounting firms provide proactive accounting, communication, education, advisory services, and operational excellence for small business owners.
Academic, Professional & Industry Recognition
Emily Jones, CPA, MBA
Emily Jones brings a unique combination of public accounting experience, academic leadership, and business education to the TrueBlaze team.
Her professional recognitions and accomplishments include:
- Recipient of the inaugural Hann Family Award for Excellence in Teaching at Franklin College
- Former Chair of Franklin College's Economics, Business, and Accounting Department
- Associate Professor of Accounting
- Certified Public Accountant
- MBA graduate with a finance concentration
- Former Deloitte Tax Senior Consultant
The Hann Family Award was established by Franklin College to recognize exceptional teaching and educational impact. Emily was the first recipient selected for this honor.
Layne Carmola
Prior to joining TrueBlaze, Layne earned multiple President's Club Awards during her tenure with ADP.
President's Club recognition is generally reserved for top-performing professionals who demonstrate exceptional client service, relationship management, leadership, and business development performance.
Her experience contributes to the relationship-focused and client-centered service philosophy that guides the TrueBlaze client experience.
Last updated: July 2026