Matt Cantlon, CPA, Promoted to Partner at Hawkins Ash CPAs

Matt Cantlon Partner

Written by Hawkins Ash

January 23, 2026

Hawkins Ash CPAs, one of the Top 200 CPA Firms in the United States, is pleased to announce the promotion of Matt Cantlon, CPA, to Partner. Cantlon is based in the firm’s Rochester, Minnesota office, where he provides tax services to businesses, individuals, estates, and trusts.

Cantlon joined Hawkins Ash CPAs in 2017, bringing with him several years of experience in public accounting. Since joining the firm, he has played an integral role in supporting clients and contributing to the continued growth of the Rochester office, one of the firm’s fastest-growing markets.

“I am excited to join the partner group at Hawkins Ash,” said Cantlon. “I look forward to providing our clients with great service and helping them achieve long-term success.”

Lance Campbell, CPA, Partner-in-Charge of the Rochester office, shared his enthusiasm for Cantlon’s promotion. “We are excited to welcome Matt to the Partner group. He brings expertise, dedication, and a thoughtful approach to every client engagement, and this promotion is a reflection of the work he has done and the impact he has had on our team.”

Abe Leis, CPA, Managing Partner of Hawkins Ash CPAs, added, “With the addition of Matt as a partner in our Rochester market, we are poised to continue our rapid growth in one of our fastest-growing markets. His commitment to providing excellent client service will help strengthen our presence and ensure we continue meeting the evolving needs of clients in the region.”

Hawkins Ash
A regional, full-service public accounting firm
Hawkins Ash CPAs is a regional, full-service public accounting firm. Since 1956, we’ve provided consistent, thoughtful, and difference-making audit, accounting, tax, and consulting services to clients in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and across the United States. We are a growing firm with currently five offices in Wisconsin and three offices in Minnesota. Firm wide, we have 125 professionals and 14 partners. Our professionals work with various privately held, governmental, nonprofit, housing authority, and credit union clients.

Read More Like This

Tax Season Do’s & Don’ts

Tax Season Do’s & Don’ts

A Few Simple Tips to Help Make Your Tax Preparation Smooth and Stress‑Free Tax season doesn’t have to be overwhelming. A little preparation on the front end can make a big difference in how smoothly...