Congratulations to CEO Jeff Ahola on His Third Recognition in the Cleveland 500

We are proud to share that our CEO, Jeff Ahola, has once again been recognized on the Cleveland 500 list, marking his third consecutive year of earning this prestigious honor. Compiled annually by Cleveland Magazine, the Cleveland 500 celebrates the most influential leaders, innovators, and changemakers across Northeast Ohio.

This recognition highlights not only Jeff’s leadership at Ahola but also his commitment to supporting the greater business community. Under his guidance, Ahola has continued to grow as a trusted payroll and HR solutions provider, while maintaining the family-owned values that have defined our company for more than 55 years. Jeff’s ability to balance innovation with tradition has been central to our success and to the impact we’ve had on businesses throughout the region.

Being named to the Cleveland 500 list for a third time is a testament to Jeff’s vision and influence, as well as his continued drive to elevate not only our company, but also the broader business community in Northeast Ohio.

At Ahola, we are honored to celebrate this achievement alongside Jeff and are inspired by his example of leadership rooted in authenticity, perseverance, and commitment to people first. Congratulations, Jeff, on this well-deserved recognition!