Greater Wilmington Chamber of Commerce Recognition Celebrates Emerging Leaders Across Southeastern North Carolina

PBMares is proud to announce that Jeremy Roberts, Tax Partner in the firm’s Wilmington office, has been named a 2026 40 Under 40 honoree by the Greater Wilmington Chamber of Commerce. Roberts is among 40 young professionals recognized for making a meaningful impact in their workplaces, industries, and communities across southeastern North Carolina.

Now in its eighth year, the 40 Under 40 Awards recognize emerging leaders who demonstrate exceptional professional achievement, leadership, and commitment to service. Honorees were selected through a competitive nomination and selection process based on their professional accomplishments, community involvement, and leadership potential. Eligible nominees must be younger than 40 and live or work in Brunswick, New Hanover or Pender counties.

“I’m truly humbled to be recognized and to stand alongside this year’s 40 Under 40 honorees. Wilmington’s businesses and families are at the heart of what I do every day, helping them plan ahead so they can grow their businesses and build something lasting for future generations. This recognition is really a reflection of the clients, community, and colleagues who make that work so rewarding,” said Jeremy Roberts.

As a Tax Partner at PBMares, Roberts helps clients understand how tax considerations affect their business operations. He joined the firm as a partner in December 2022 following PBMares’ acquisition of the Wilmington office of RSM US LLP. He earned undergraduate and master’s degrees in accounting from the University of North Carolina Wilmington and previously participated in the Chamber’s Leadership Wilmington program.

Roberts’ recognition reflects his commitment to serving clients, supporting the Wilmington business community, and contributing to the continued growth of PBMares in southeastern North Carolina.

About PBMares, LLP 

Founded in 1963, PBMares is a Certified Public Accounting and consulting firm focused on serving closely held private businesses, leading nonprofits, and Fortune 500 multinationals. The Firm works with clients across the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond out of 13 offices in Virginia, Maryland, and North Carolina.  

PBMares specializes in construction, real estate, healthcare, financial institutions, government contracting, hospitality, franchises, not-for-profit, manufacturing, and state and local government. Advisory services include cybersecurity, cloud accounting, transaction advisory, process improvement, and more.   

PBMares has been perennially ranked among the top 100 firms across the country by Accounting Today, Inside Public Accounting, and Forbes.