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 # AccountAbility Recognized by Forbes Among the World’s Best Management Consulting Firms for Fifth Consecutive Year

 


 

 Aug 20, 2026 12:30 PM ET

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NEW YORK and LONDON, August 20, 2026 /3BL/ - AccountAbility, a leading global Sustainability Advisory and Standards firm with more than three decades of experience helping organizations improve their practices, performance, and long-term impact has, once again, been recognized by **Forbes** as one of the **World’s Best Management Consulting Firms 2026**. This marks the **fifth consecutive year** the firm has received the distinction.

The recognition reflects AccountAbility’s continued leadership in helping businesses, investors, governments, and multilateral organizations navigate an increasingly complex and evolving operating environment. Through its advisory services and internationally recognized AA1000 Series of Standards, the firm supports organizations in strengthening governance, building stakeholder trust, and delivering practical and impactful sustainability outcomes.

*“We are honored to be recognized by Forbes, Statista, and, most importantly, our clients for the fifth consecutive year,”* said [**Mr. Sunil (Sunny) A. Misser, Chief Executive Officer of AccountAbility**](https://www.accountability.org/team/mr-sunil-a-misser).

*“This recognition reflects the trust that organizations around the world continue to place in our people, our expertise, and our commitment in helping them navigate increasingly complex sustainability and governance challenges. It is also a testament to the dedication of our colleagues and partners, whose work continues to advance responsible business practices and create enduring value.”*

Reflecting on today’s business environment, Mr. Misser added:

*“Organizations are operating in a period defined by geopolitical uncertainty, rapid technological advancement, evolving stakeholder expectations, and shifting regulatory landscapes. Success increasingly depends on making well-informed decisions that balance resilience, performance, and long-term value creation. At AccountAbility, our purpose remains unchanged: to help organizations surmount these challenges with practical application, relevant counsel, and solutions that endure.”*

The **Forbes World’s Best Management Consulting Firms 2026** ranking was compiled in partnership with **Statista**. This recognition is the result of Statista’s rigorous global research methodology, incorporating recommendations from 5,400 consulting partners and executives, feedback from **3,700 senior client executives, and data from 31 countries across 13 industries and 15 consulting specialties.** Rankings reflect excellence in expertise, execution, and client satisfaction across multiple industries and functional areas.

For more than 31 years, AccountAbility has worked alongside organizations across sectors and geographies to strengthen governance, sustainability strategy, sustainability strategy, reporting, and assurance. As the sustainability landscape continues to evolve, the firm remains committed to providing practical, effective, and enduring solutions that help organizations move confidently from commitment to measurable impact.

Please see the full Forbes World’s Best Management Consulting Firms 2026 list [here](https://www.forbes.com/lists/worlds-best-management-consulting-firms/).

### **About Forbes**

Forbes is an iconic global media brand that has symbolized success for over a century. Fueled by journalism that informs and inspires, Forbes spotlights the doers and doings shaping industries, achieving success and making an impact on the world. Forbes connects and convenes the most influential communities ranging from billionaires, business leaders and rising entrepreneurs to creators and innovators. The Forbes brand reaches more than 140 million people monthly worldwide through its trusted journalism, signature ForbesLive events and 49 licensed local editions in 81 countries.

### **About AccountAbility**

AccountAbility is an expert international Sustainability Advisory and Standards firm. Established in 1995 and structured as a Public Benefit Corporation, we work with businesses, investors, governments, and multilateral organizations to innovate and lead the global sustainability agenda by improving the practices and performance of organizations. We focus on delivering practical, effective, and enduring results that enable our clients and standards users to succeed.

AccountAbility operates globally from offices in New York, London, Riyadh, and Dubai, supported by a highly qualified team recognized by the Financial Times, Forbes, and Capital Finance International. AccountAbility is also acknowledged in the U.S. Library of Congress as a source of ESG & sustainability research and thought leadership.

For media inquiries or further information, please contact:

Ms. Allison McKay  
Allison.mckay@accountability.org  
Senior Associate  
AccountAbility  
Website: [www.accountability.org](https://www.accountability.org/)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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