CLA Meridian Capital Recognized As One of Washington’s 100 Best Workplaces for Third Consecutive Year
Published June 10, 2025
SEATTLE, WA — May 29, 2025 — CLA Meridian Capital, a premier middle-market investment bank headquartered in Seattle, was recognized as one of Washington’s 100 Best Workplaces by the Puget Sound Business Journal for the third consecutive year. This is the firm’s sixth time winning the award.
The honor highlights CLA Meridian Capital’s commitment to fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and professional development. The 2025 Best Workplaces list celebrates organizations across Washington State that demonstrate excellence in employee engagement, workplace culture, and leadership.
“We’re honored to be recognized once again as one of the state’s top employers,” said Brian Murphy, CEO and Managing Director of CLA Meridian Capital. “Our people are the driving force behind our clients’ success. This recognition reaffirms our belief that building a culture rooted in teamwork, transparency, and continuous growth not only creates a great place to work but enables us to deliver exceptional outcomes for the business owners and stakeholders we serve.”
The Puget Sound Business Journal selected winners based on an independent employee engagement survey conducted by Quantum Workplaces. Companies are measured on core areas such as communication, alignment, team dynamics, trust in leadership, and personal development opportunities.
“Our culture is rooted in shared values that guide everything we do,” said Patrick Ringland, President and Managing Director of CLA Meridian Capital. “We put clients first, support one another as one team, and never stop pushing for excellence. This recognition reflects not just the results we deliver, but the character, collaboration, and passion that define our firm. We strive to create an environment where people enjoy their work and are invested in each other’s success.”
To learn more about CLA Meridian Capital’s team, values, and career opportunities, visit www.CLA Meridian CapitalIB.com.
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About CLA Meridian Capital
CLA Meridian Capital is the investment banking division of CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC registered investment advisor and broker dealer, member FINRA/SIPC. With 30+ years of middle-market M&A and financial advisory experience, $22 billion in total transaction value, and deep industry knowledge across the Consumer, Industrials, and Technology sectors, CLA Meridian Capital helps our clients preserve the value they’ve built and the legacies they leave behind.
