Destin Chamber's Ladies Who Launch Powerhouse Women Series: Lori Kelley, Warren Averett

In 2023, Ladies Who Launch is continuing its Powerhouse Women Series, highlighting impactful women in our community. Our February Powerhouse Women is Lori Kelley. She has been with Warren Averett since 1994 and is a Member in the firm’s Tax Division. She concentrates on areas of income tax planning for businesses, individuals and tax-exempt organizations. She also advises regarding retirement and estate planning, as well as business consulting. 

Her professional recognitions include Accounting & Financial Women's Alliance, Past National President (2017-18); Athena International Award Recipient, 2008; Top 12 Business Women of 2009, Emerald Ladies Journal; Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants; and American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Locally, she's served on the Northwest Florida State College Board of Trustees; Northwest Florida State College Foundation, Past President; Niceville - Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce, Past Chair; Walton County Chamber of Commerce, Past Chair; Emerald Ladies Journal, Emerald Lady, June 2008; and 2001 Honorary Commander, 58th Fighter Squadron, Eglin Air Force Base.

Lori lives in Fort Walton Beach, with her husband. In her free time, she enjoys all things baseball and traveling to craft beer breweries.

Ladies Who Launch, a committee of the Destin Chamber, offers the Chamber's female membership a platform for strategic networking and relationship building, while training, motivating and inspiring those members. 

There is no cost to attend this event, but space is limited, and registration is required. Lunch is not served at this event. You are welcome to bring your own.