Einhorn-Gary Award

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The Einhorn-Gary Award is presented annually at the Professional Development Training (PDT) to honor an AGA member or organization that has demonstrated a sustained and significant commitment to advancing government accountability. Named in memory of Raymond Einhorn and T. Jack Gary—two of AGA’s earliest champions—this award recognizes efforts that strengthen transparency, performance, and integrity across all levels of government.

About the Award

One crystal award is presented each year.
Recognizes major contributions to advancing government accountability at the local, state, and/or federal level.
Open to AGA members and organizations.
Nominees must demonstrate a record of active participation in AGA activities and/or programs at the chapter and national level.

About Raymond Einhorn and T. Jack Gary

Raymond Einhorn served as the State Comptroller of Virginia and was a founding member of AGA. He championed the importance of rigorous financial oversight and accountability in state government and played a vital role in elevating the standards of public financial management. A long-time supporter of professional education and ethical leadership, Einhorn’s legacy lives on in AGA’s commitment to excellence in government.

T. Jack Gary Jr., also a founding member of AGA, held numerous senior financial positions in the federal government, where he focused on improving federal accounting standards and practices. Gary was instrumental in shaping the early direction of the association, encouraging collaboration across sectors and fostering professional development for government financial managers.

Nominees should exemplify:

A sustained commitment to improving government accountability and transparency.
Demonstrated leadership and innovation in financial management practices across one or more levels of government.
Active and impactful engagement in AGA activities at the chapter and national levels.
A legacy of influence that aligns with the values and vision of AGA and the example set by Einhorn and Gary.

Nominations for the 2026 Einhorn-Gary Award will open in Spring 2026.

Latest Award Winner

Robert F. Dacey, JD, CGFM, CPA

Chief Accountant

GAO

This award is bestowed in recognition of Bob Dacey’s significant leadership in advancing government accountability for over 30 years, through his demonstrated expertise in government financial management, proven success in directing large-scale audits and other projects, and sterling record of building collaborative partnerships. Bob’s efforts have resulted in measurable improvements in federal financial management, systems, controls and reporting; significant dollar savings; and the enactment of major financial management legislation.

Gerry Boaz, CGFM, CPA, CGMA

Director of Government Advisory Services

Eide Bailly, LLP

For the last 30 years, Gerry Boaz has shown commitment to accountability in government — first in the state of Tennessee, followed by the state audit community as a whole; then as the standard setter for auditing, whether public or private; and now, as a consultant. Gerry, who also served as AGA National President for the 2021-2022 program year, has trained government accountability officials throughout the nation, educating them so that they can follow applicable accounting and auditing standards.