Around the Firm: September 2025
Warren Averett Named One of Accounting Today’s Best Firms to Work For in 2025
Warren Averett CPAs and Advisors has been named to Accounting Today’s 2025 Best Firms to Work for in the large firm category, marking the firm’s fifth year of recognition. Learn more about what this accolade means here.
Warren Averett Recognized in 2025 Finest on the Emerald Coast Community’s Choice Awards
Warren Averett CPAs and Advisors is proud to be named Best Accounting Firm in the 2025 Finest on the Emerald Coast Community’s Choice Awards, a program that celebrates outstanding local businesses and organizations. With offices throughout the Gulf Coast, the firm continues to serve as a trusted advisor to businesses and individuals. Read more about this honor here.
April Harry Named Among Birmingham’s Top Women by the Birmingham Business Journal
April Harry, Warren Averett’s Chief Executive Officer, was recently recognized as one of the honorees for the Birmingham Business Journal’s 2025 Top Birmingham Women awards. The Top Birmingham Women awards celebrate women who have made a lasting impact as leaders in their organizations and communities. Read more about April Harry and the Birmingham Business Journal’s 2025 Top Birmingham Women awards here.
Megan Randolph Presents on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act for Nonprofits at the Community Foundation of Huntsville
Birmingham’s Megan Randolph, CPA, a Member in the Tax Division and the firmwide Tax Area Leader, co-presented a panel discussion for the Community Foundation of Huntsville. Her presentation provided an overview of key provisions in the OBBBA, including changes to business and individual tax rules, updates for nonprofits and new compliance requirements. Learn more about Megan Randolph and her presentation at the Community Foundation of Huntsville.
Heather Pugh Named Young Alumnus of the Year by Troy University’s Carr School of Accountancy
Montgomery’s Heather Pugh, a Manager in the Audit Division, has been honored with the Young Alumnus of the Year Award from Troy University’s Carr School of Accountancy. The Young Alumnus of the Year Award celebrates graduates who exemplify leadership, integrity and service. Read more about Heather Pugh and the Young Alumnus of the Year Award.
Lisa Billings Participates in Momentum’s Birmingham Executive Leadership Program
Birmingham’s Lisa Billings, CPA, a Member in the Tax Division and one of the firm’s Real Estate Practice Leaders, has been selected to participate in Momentum’s 2025-2026 Birmingham Executive Leadership Program, which was designed to empower Alabama’s most promising women by enhancing their leadership skills, confidence and professional networks. Learn more about Lisa Billings and Momentum’s Birmingham Executive Leadership program.
Mindy Rankin Presents on Disaster Relief for the North Carolina Society of Accountants
Panama City’s Mindy Rankin, CPA, CCD, a Member in the Tax Division, recently spoke at a continuing education webinar event hosted by the North Carolina Society of Accountants. Her presentation focused on how individuals and businesses can prepare for and respond to federally declared disasters. Read more about Mindy Rankin and her disaster relief presentation.
Alexis Willis Featured in Bay Business News
Daphne’s Alexis Willis, CPA, a Member in the Tax Division, wrote an article that was featured in the Spring/Summer edition of Bay Business News. In her article, Alexis shared practical ways businesses can stay proactive and avoid falling behind on compliance. Learn more about Alexis Willis and her article in Bay Business News.
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