GruntWorx is entering a new era of growth, clarity, and practitioner‑focused innovation with the appointment of Stacy Penna as President. This leadership transition reflects both the momentum of GruntWorx and the evolving needs of modern accounting firms seeking trustworthy, technology‑enabled workflow solutions.

Penna has been a central force within GruntWorx. As Vice President of Sales & Marketing, she strengthened the GruntWorx brand, expanded our connection to the accounting profession, and helped position GruntWorx as a partner firms rely on for accuracy, capacity, and confidence. Her promotion marks a natural and meaningful step forward.

“Stacy has been instrumental in shaping the GruntWorx brand and strengthening our connection to the accounting profession,” said Phil Drake, Owner of GruntWorx. His words underscore the continuity of leadership and the company’s commitment to serving practitioners with integrity and purpose.

Jamie Stiles, CEO of Drake Enterprise Limited, echoed this sentiment, noting that GruntWorx has always stood for trust, accuracy, and partnership. Penna’s leadership, he emphasized, ensures the company remains grounded in what matters most to firms navigating rapid change.

Penna’s vision is clear and deeply aligned with the profession’s current transformation. “The accounting profession is undergoing rapid transformation, and firms need partners who understand both the technology and the human side of the work,” she said. Her focus on practitioner experience, strategic growth, and the continued development of GruntWorx’s technology‑enabled tax workflow solutions reflects a commitment to helping firms grow on their own terms.

Under her leadership, GruntWorx will continue advancing its capabilities while preserving the expertise and relationships that define the profession. The GruntWorx mission remains simple and powerful: to help firms operate with greater accuracy, expand capacity, and stay focused on the human expertise that drives long‑term client trust.

As the profession evolves, GruntWorx is ready, guided by a leadership team that understands both where firms are and is dedicated to providing guidance to help them succeed in the future. Learn more about GruntWorx with a demo.