Sikich Announces 2026 James A. Sikich Visionary Scholarship Recipients
Sikich, a professional services company specializing in consulting, technology and compliance, announced today its 2026 James A. Sikich Visionary Scholarship recipients: Jessica Hu and Jason Mascarenhas.
In partnership with the Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS), Sikich established the James A. Sikich Visionary Scholarship in 2019 to honor the company’s founder, Jim Sikich. As the cost of higher education rises, Sikich is devoted to providing financial assistance to promising accounting students of all backgrounds and to fostering the education and dreams of those who have demonstrated leadership and devotion to their field.
“Investing in future leaders is critical to driving innovation and long-term growth across the professional services industry,” said Sikich Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Christopher Geier. “The dedication, resilience and leadership potential demonstrated by these rising stars reflect our ongoing commitment to fostering the next generation of professionals and empowering them to make a meaningful impact.”
The 2026-2027 academic year scholarship recipients are individuals with a proven determination to pursue a career in accounting and demonstrated leadership qualities:








