Around the Firm: December 2025
Business Alabama Names Warren Averett One of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama
Business Alabama has named Warren Averett as one of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama. This is the fourth consecutive year the firm has made the list, which highlights companies that offer strong benefits, positive work environments and resources to help employees succeed. Learn more about Warren Averett and Business Alabama’s 2025 Best Companies to Work for List.
Warren Averett Team Celebrates the Holidays
Throughout the Southeast, here’s how our team members gathered to celebrate the holidays and give back:
- The Birmingham office hosted its annual holiday party, bringing teammates together for festive fun. They also embraced the spirit of giving by participating in the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program and purchased gifts for multiple children in the local community to make their holidays brighter.
- Montgomery team members enjoyed a night of holiday festivities. The evening was filled with great conversations and a chance to connect outside the office.
- Our Pensacola team brought the holiday spirit to life with this year’s Deck the Desks competition. Team members from all departments decorated their desks or entire “cube neighborhoods” for a chance to win. One standout group even crafted a cozy fireplace scene complete with personalized stockings and a tree with caricature ornaments of their fellow employees!
- Our Atlanta team celebrated the holidays in style with a casino-themed holiday party. They enjoyed an evening of casino games, prizes and delicious food and drinks.
Emily Jones Receives MSP Titans Award
Montgomery’s Emily Jones, PMP, CISM, CMMC-RP, was recently honored at the 2025 Managed Service Providers (MSP) Titans of the Industry Awards Gala in Hollywood, California. Emily received the award in the Woman Owned/Led category, which recognizes leadership and innovation among women in the managed services profession. Learn more about Emily Jones and the MSP Titans Awards.
Reed King Presents on Tax Strategies for the Alabama Society of CPAs
Birmingham’s Reed King, CPA, recently presented on aircraft tax strategies during the Alabama Society of CPAs’ 2025 Alabama Federal and State Tax Institute, an annual conference designed to keep industry professionals informed about the latest developments in tax regulations. Learn more about Reed King and his presentation on tax strategies.
Heather Locklar Participates in the Estate Planning Council of Birmingham’s Panel
Birmingham’s Heather Locklar, J.D., recently spoke on a panel for the Estate Planning Council of Birmingham. During her section of the panel, Heather spoke on the key tax considerations during the estate administration process, how to help clients with estate valuations and tax filings and recent tax law changes. Learn more about Heather Locklar and the Estate Planning Council of Birmingham’s Panel.
Cristy Andrews Writes Article for CentrAL Inc!
Montgomery’s Cristy Andrews, CPA, CGMA, recently wrote an article for CentrAL Inc! In her article, Cristy highlights how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act works to reshape the tax landscape by extending, modifying or making various provisions from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 permanent. Learn more about Cristy Andrews and her CentrAL Inc! article.
Stephen Perkins Featured in Get The Coast
Fort Walton Beach’s Stephen Perkins, CPA, was recently featured in Get The Coast’s “How I Work” series, which highlights influential business leaders in the area and offers a behind-the-scenes look into what makes them successful. Learn more about Stephen Perkins and Get The Coast.
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