News release

Consulting Magazine Recognizes RSM’s Kelly Charlton with the 2025 Women Leaders in Consulting Award

Recognition underscores RSM’s business leaders’ commitment to driving results through tailored solutions and proactive advice grounded in understanding

November 13, 2025

Kimberly Bartok, Enterprise Public Relations Leader, kim.bartok@rsmus.com, 212.372.1239
for media use only 

Consulting Magazine Recognizes RSM’s Kelly Charlton with the 2025 Women Leaders in Consulting Award

Recognition underscores RSM’s business leaders’ commitment to driving results through tailored solutions and proactive advice grounded in understanding

CHICAGO – (November 13, 2025) – RSM US LLP (“RSM”) – the leading provider of assurance, tax and consulting services for the middle market – is pleased to announce that Kelly Charlton has been honored by Consulting Magazine on its list of Women Leaders in Consulting for 2025. Charlton, consulting strategic initiatives and growth leader, is recognized in the Excellence Strategy & Operations category.

According to Consulting Magazine, Women Leaders in Consulting epitomize the character and leadership that make a measurable difference, not only for the industry as a whole, but also for up-and-coming women leaders.

This recognition underscores RSM’s business leaders’ commitment to driving results through tailored solutions and proactive advice grounded in understanding.

“I’m proud of Kelly for receiving this recognition from Consulting Magazine,” said Pat Vance, enterprise consulting leader with RSM US LLP. “Kelly’s vision and operational experience are instrumental in bringing RSM’s consulting strategy to life, especially through her leadership and collaboration with our most strategic alliance relationship.”

“Being recognized alongside such remarkable women leaders is an honor,” said Charlton. “It’s a reflection of shared ambition and the people who’ve inspired me to keep growing and leading.”


About RSM US LLP

RSM empowers middle market companies worldwide to take charge of change. The clients we serve are the engine of global commerce and economic growth. Our unique middle market perspective makes RSM the natural choice for growth-oriented, internationally active organizations seeking relevant insights and tailored, innovative solutions for a complex and changing world. With a global reach spanning more than 120 countries, we instill confidence in a world of change by bringing the full power of RSM to make a lasting impact on our clients, colleagues and communities. For more information, visit rsmus.com, like us on Facebook and/or connect with us on LinkedIn.