Fueling the Future of the Profession Through People-First Leadership
MINNEAPOLIS, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP) is proud to announce the advancement of 780 professionals across the firm — a significant milestone in CLA’s legacy of investing in people and passing the torch to the next generation of leaders who serve the heartbeat of the country.
“At CLA, we believe the future isn’t something we wait for — it’s something we build,” said Jen Leary, CEO of CLA. “And we build it by advancing the bold, inspiring, and purpose-driven professionals who elevate our clients, our communities, and our culture every single day. This is more than an announcement — it’s a celebration of our shared commitment to lead with heart and serve with excellence.”
Twice a year, CLA honors its people through a firmwide advancement process that reflects its people-first culture and deep commitment to intentional succession. Those being recognized today are not only outstanding professionals — they are difference-makers, pathfinders, and stewards of the trust placed in us by privately held businesses, nonprofits, government organizations, and entrepreneurs across the country.
“These 780 individuals represent the best of CLA — deeply connected to the clients and communities they serve, and driven by a passion to grow, innovate, and lead,” said Kirthi Mani, Chief People Officer. “Whether they’re shaping the future of AI and digital transformation or mentoring the next generation, they carry forward the CLA promise to ‘know you and help you.’ They are our future — and our future is in extraordinary hands.”
Rooted in the belief in creating a succession-based firm, CLA’s advancement process is deeply personal — fueled by a culture of coaching, care, and shared success. Through industry alignment, local leadership, and firmwide collaboration, CLA empowers its people to chart inspired career paths, make meaningful impact, and leave the profession better than they found it.
This advancement class stands as a powerful reminder: at CLA, leadership isn’t a position — it’s a mindset. And succession isn’t an event — it’s a legacy. Together, CLA’s people are building a firm that endures, a culture that inspires, and a future it can proudly hand down to those who follow.
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About CLA
CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With nearly 9,000 people, roughly 130 U.S. locations, and a global vision, we promise to know you and help you. For more information, visit CLAconnect.com. CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP) is an independent network member of CLA Global. See CLAglobal.com/disclaimer. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor.
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