AICPA Town Hall

During this week's AICPA Town Hall , CPA.com's Erik Asgeirsson was joined by DCPA26 keynote speaker  Erik Brynjolfsson to explore how AI is reshaping the future of work and productivity. Plus, AICPA's Cary Sinnett sat down with Jeff Levine of Focus Partners Wealth to discuss year-end planning opportunities. The episode also covered what the latest election results could mean for the accounting pro...

During the Oct. 29 AICPA Town Hall, CPA.com's Brandon Allfrey shared a sneak peek of findings from the 2026 Tax Transformation Survey and practical strategies for advancing tax transformation. AICPA's Stephanie Otero was also joined by Chris Maxon of the U.S. Secret Service to discuss emerging cybersecurity risks and steps small firms can take to protect themselves. The episode also covered the la...

During the Oct. 15 AICPA Town Hall, CPA.com's Erik Asgeirsson was joined by Withum's Jim Bourke and CBIZ's Peter Scavuzzo for a tech discussion on emerging AI capabilities, accelerating transformation and how firms can adapt their business models to keep pace. Plus, AICPA's Carl Mayes and Jennifer Burns shared insights on how AI is being used across the audit process. Along with the latest DC and...

During the Oct. 1 AICPA Town Hall, CPA.com's Kim Blascoe and Baker Tilly's Angela MacPhee shared insights on upskilling teams to deliver advisory services. AICPA's Lisa Simpson, CNA's Sarah Ference and Aon's Nicole Graham kicked off Cybersecurity Awareness Month with real-world cyber and professional liability stories and steps firms can take to help prevent them. We also covered the latest DC and...

During the Sept. 17 Town Hall, CPA.com CEO Erik Asgeirsson and technology executive David Wyle shared key insights from the CPA.com and AICPA Executive Roundtable, including how AI is reshaping firm operations, value creation and collaboration across the technology ecosystem. Paychex CEO John Gibson also discussed business employment trends and the evolving labor market. The Town Hall also feature...

During the Sept. 3 AICPA Town Hall, Reality-Based Leadership's Alex Dorr shared his five-step framework for helping leaders navigate change, overcome resistance and move teams forward. AICPA's Lisa Simpson and Tom Hood also discussed the latest Future of Finance updates. The Town Hall also featured the latest DC and technical updates shaping the profession.

During the Aug. 20 AICPA Town Hall, CPA.com's Emily Remington and AICPA's Tim Kindem explored the SOQM landscape from a peer review perspective, including key considerations as firms move from risk assessment to monitoring, remediation, and peer review readiness. AICPA's Lisa Simpson and Lexi Weber also shared talent considerations for the profession. The Town Hall also featured the latest DC and...

During the Aug. 6 AICPA Town Hall, AICPA's Mark Koziel shared an update on the CPA trust brand awareness campaign, while AICPA's Melanie Lauridsen and AICPA Chair Jan Lewis discussed CP53E notice updates. Melanie was also joined by CNA Insurance's Sarah Ference and Aon's Nicole Graham to discuss key risk considerations for firms, including the evolving impact of AI. The Town Hall also featured a p...

During the July 23 #AICPATownHall, CPA.com's Erik Asgeirsson and AICPA's Mark Koziel welcomed American Bankers Association President and CEO Rob Nichols for a leadership discussion on the current banking market outlook, state of fintech and AI in banking. We also covered a profession update and the latest DC and technical updates shaping the profession.

In this week's AICPA Town Hall,  CPA.com's  Erik Asgeirsson  was joined by  CPA.com's  Brandon Allfrey and Blue J CEO Ben Alarie to share insights into AI-powered tax research. AICPA's Erin Hartman was also joined by Chet Buchman of Swindoll, Janzen, Hawk & Lloyd to discuss practical strategies for moving from compliance to advisory.  The Town Hall also covered the latest DC and technical updates...

In this week's #AICPATownHall, CPA.com's Erik Asgeirsson is joined by The Marks Group's Gene Marks to discuss the economic outlook for firms and small businesses, while AICPA's Lisa Simpson joins AICPA's Tom Hood to dive into the new Rise 2040 initiative and the future of the profession. Plus, catch up on the latest DC and technical updates you rely on.

During the June 8 #AICPATownHall, broadcast live from ENGAGE, CPA.com's Erik Asgeirsson joined AICPA's Mark Koziel, Susan Coffey, Lisa Simpson, and newly appointed AICPA Chair Jan Lewis to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of accounting. The conversation explored key developments impacting firms and the profession, along with insights from accounting leade...

During the May 28 AICPA Town Hall, CPA.com's Erik Asgerisson and BILL's  René Lacerte discussed the tech and marketplace landscape and what it means for firms. We also continued our  practice evolution series with a focus on advisory change management and the necessary foundation s for growth. Plus, the latest DC and technical upates you rely on. Topics include:   DC Update Technology & marketplac...

In this week's AICPA TownHall, hear insights on tax transformation and what it takes for firms to move from compliance to advisory, with insights from CPA.com's Erik Asgeirsson and Brandon Allfrey. You'll also hear intentional approaches to growth and culture, along with the latest DC and technical updates shaping the profession.

During this week's AICPA Town Hall, hosted by CPA.com's Michael Cerami, we explored the evolving audit transformation landscape and how firms can accelerate their audit journeys with CPA.com's Emily Remington and Schneider Downs & Co., Inc.'s Jeanne Barrett. The episode also featured post–tax season planning opportunities, with insights from AICPA's Cary Sinnett and Kidd Advisors' Matt Kidd. Plus,...

In this AICPA Town Hall, hear the latest updates impacting the profession  from AICPA's CEO Mark Koziel, as well as  the state of AI from Radical's Pascal Finette. AICPA's   Lexi Weber is also joined by Warren Averett's Paul Perry for a discussion on the internal controls in a GenAI world .  Plus, you'll get the   latest  DC and technical updates you rely on  as  we near the end of  busy  season ....

In this AICPA Town Hall, hear  pro-tips on  how to declutter your work life from   FutureThink's  CEO Lisa Bodell, as well as  insurance and risk management  insights from   Aon 's risk consultant, Nicole Graham and  CNA  Insurance 's risk control director, Sarah Ference .   Plus ,  you'll   get  the latest DC and technical updates you rely on  to get through  busy  season .   

This AICPA Town Hall covers insights from  Accounting Today's   newly released 2026 Top 100 Firms report,  as well as an update on the most pressing issues for small firms. Plus, the latest DC and technical updates you  rely on  to get through  busy  season .    Topics include:   DC update Latest technical guidance Top 100 Firms report insights Small firms update     Speakers:  Erik Asgeirsson , P...

The Feb. 19 AICPA Town Hall featured a discussion on state advocacy and cyber considerations in the age of AI. Plus, get the latest DC and technical updates you rely on.   Topics include: Profession update DC update Latest technical guidance State advocacy Cyber risk in the AI era   Speakers: Michael Cerami, EVP, CPA.com Mark Koziel, CEO, AICPA Mark Peterson, EVP, Advocacy, AICPA Melanie Lauridsen...

The Feb. 5 AICPA Town Hall episode includes a discussion on ways to spot early signs of burnout and practical ways to address them. We also dive into a conversation with former Marcum CEO Jeff Weiner on driving firm transformation. Plus, hear the latest DC and technical updates you rely on. Topics include: DC update Strategies for firm transformation Latest technical guidance Spotting and preventi...

The Jan. 22 AICPA Town Hall includes a discussion around digital asset reporting, including key compliance obligations, data collection challenges and the need for accurate basis tracking. Plus, you'll hear a conversation around AI models and predictions, along with the latest DC and technical updates you need to know. Topics include: Digital asset reporting DC update Latest technical guidance AI...

During the first AICPA Town Hall of 2026, Former U.S. Treasury Deputy Secretary Michael Faulkender joined us to discuss the current state of the IRS and 2026 outlook for rates and inflation. Plus, we had a practitioner discussion on tax and financial planning opportunities to think about as you kick off the year, along with the latest DC and technical updates you need to know.

During the Dec. 18 AICPA Town Hall, we heard an economic update with reflections from 2025 and predictions leading into 2026. Plus, we dove into discussions around cybersecurity, the latest out of DC and the technical updates you need to know.

The Dec. 9 AICPA Town Hall aired live from the Digital CPA conference. Listen now to hear the latest tech and innovation-focused insights from DCPA, a profession update and a discussion around rethinking AI capabilities for firm workflows. You'll also hear the latest DC and technical updates you need to know.

The Nov. 20 episode features the latest DC and technical updates. Plus, hear a discussion on audit practice evolution and standards changes, as well as expert insights into how to revolutionize your leadership, challenge your comfort zone and unlock potential in yourself and your team.   Topics include: DC update Latest technical guidance Practice evolution and audit transformation Leadership less...