2025 Women’s Profile: Clare Haenszel

Member, Warren Averett

Clare Haenszel has all the right assets—expertise, integrity, and a commitment to community—that make her a standout partner at Warren Averett. With over 14 years in public accounting, Haenszel brings depth and precision to her role in the firm’s audit division. Since joining Warren Averett in 2013, she has focused primarily on clients in manufacturing, service, and retail as well as on nonprofits and governmental organizations.

“One of the things that drew me to accounting was the chance to get a behind-the-scenes look at different industries and how they function,” she says. “It’s a continuous learning process, which I find incredibly rewarding.”

Originally from Lima, Ohio, the 37-year-old University of Dayton graduate began her career with a national accounting firm in Cincinnati. She and her husband, Matt, relocated to the Gulf Coast for his job eleven years ago. Today, they reside in Pensacola’s North Hill neighborhood with their three children, Margot, Emmy, and Colette. The community has become an integral part of Haenszel’s life and work. “I’m committed to making Pensacola a thriving place not only for my family but also for future generations,” she reflects.

Community involvement is central to Haenszel’s approach. Over the years, she’s served on the boards of the United Way of West Florida and United Ministries and is a past treasurer for the Junior League of Pensacola. Warren Averett, too, emphasizes community partnerships, a value Haenszel sees reflected in her work. “Our firm believes in sharing our success,” she explains. “We engage in quarterly partnerships with various charities, whether it’s through a Habitat for Humanity build or local food drives.”

Haenszel’s guiding principle, “Do what you said you would do,” underscores her dedication to trust and accountability, qualities she values both in business and in life. “My advice to young women in business is to lean in, work as hard as you can, and ask for help when you need it,” she advises.

Despite a busy work and home life, this energetic professional recharges with family and friends by enjoying beach outings, Pensacola’s vibrant food scene, and local festivals. For Haenszel, success is about growth and service—values she lives daily as she supports her clients and community.

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