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Thinking about starting—or leveling up—a global finance career? In this episode of Count Me In, host Adam Larson sits down with Unnamalai (Unzi) Ramanathan and Charu Solanki , two dynamic finance professionals who’ve taken their careers across India, Dubai, Hong Kong, and the US. Unzi and Charu get real about why finance skills are more in demand than ever, what sets certifications like CMA and CS...

In this episode of Count Me In, host Adam Larson chats with Mel Latu , author , founder and CEO of The Cash Flow Boss . Mel shares how her personal journey—balancing finances for two households during a family crisis—inspired her passion for cash flow forecasting and reshaped the way she approaches business.   Mel breaks down common pitfalls small businesses face with their finances, and explains...

In this episode, Adam Larson sits down with Steve Saah , Executive Director of Permanent Placement Operations at Robert Half , for a candid and practical chat about today’s challenging job market. Steve brings his extensive experience to the table, sharing real-world advice for both employers and job seekers—from how to attract and keep top finance professionals to how technology, remote work, and...

Looking for a fresh take on ethics in the business world? In this insightful episode of Count Me In, host Adam Larson sits down with acclaimed professors and Curt Verschoor Feature of the Year authors Douglas Boyle , Daniel Haggerty , and Dana Hermanson . The trio brings their unique expertise—and plenty of real-world wisdom—to a lively conversation about what “virtue” really means in accounting,...

On this episode of Count Me In, host Adam Larson sits down with Mike Jones , CEO and Managing Partner at Resound , for an eye-opening conversation about branding in the accounting industry. Mike shares his journey from helping his first accounting firm client rebrand to building the Remarkabrand index that tracks how firms stand out—or don’t. The two get into why brand differentiation matters way...

In this episode of the Count Me In, host Adam Larson welcomes Bill Koefoed , Chief Financial Officer at OneStream , for an engaging chat about how AI is revolutionizing finance. Bill breaks down the real-world impact of artificial intelligence and machine learning on financial forecasting, resource allocation, and everyday tasks like contract analysis and account reconciliation.   He also shares w...

On this episode of Count Me In, Adam Larson sits down with Jameson Galey, CMA, CPA, and dynamic finance leader whose career has spanned TV production, entrepreneurship, and innovative tech startups. Jameson is also the founder of Ledgeroo , a platform designed to help bring accounting education to the world by making it affordable and accessible through bite-sized, gamified lessons. He shares how...

Ready to take your career to the next level? Join host Adam Larson as he chats with Brian Hock , Founder and CEO of HOCK International and expert in accounting and finance education, about what really matters when it comes to professional certifications like the CMA. Brian breaks down why earning the certificate is just the start—and why actually applying your knowledge, building communication ski...

Ready to level up your business operations? In this episode of Count Me In, host Adam Larson sits down with La Tonya Roberts , CEO of Harmony Consulting Group . La Tonya shares her journey from corporate consulting to helping small businesses thrive, opening up about real-world challenges and her favorite strategies for building sustainable growth, strong teams, and systems that actually work (wit...

Curious about how HR and finance teams can work together to drive real change in the workplace? In this episode of Count Me In, host Adam Larson sits down with Vrinda Sasidhar , Vice President - HR Consulting at HSBC and a seasoned HR leader with 15 years of experience across banking, tech, and process outsourcing. Vrinda shares what she’s learned about building bridges between people and numbers—...

Curious about becoming a thought leader or author? In this episode of Count Me In, host Adam Larson chats with Ben Cena, Co-founder at High Value Author , about how to turn your expertise into a nonfiction book that actually gets noticed. Ben shares his own story—starting with hating books—and explains how he now helps professionals use books as powerful tools for building brands, attracting clien...

Ever wondered how a chemical engineering mindset can supercharge financial leadership? Join host Adam Larson as he sits down with Kingsley Afemikhe , CFO of Shield AI , for a refreshingly candid conversation about bringing engineering problem-solving to the finance table. Kingsley shares his unique journey from a family of chartered accountants in the UK to leading finance at one of the most innov...

Join host Adam Larson in this engaging of the Count Me In, as he sits down with Deirdre Ryan , the Global Finance Transformation Leader at EY , for an insightful conversation on the evolving role of CFOs in the digital age. With over 30 years of experience advising financial executives, Deirdre shares the pivotal challenges CFOs face today—balancing short-term value with long-term investment, driv...

Join host Adam Larson on today's episode of Count Me In, where he welcomes Kris Russell , the Leadership Coach at Conscious Public Accountants . Kris, a seasoned leader in accounting and finance, shares his expertise on harnessing vulnerability as a strength in leadership. This engaging conversation explores how embracing vulnerability can transform personal well-being, enhance company culture, an...

Get ready for an enlightening chat with Alissa Vickery , the newly appointed interim CFO and the Chief Accounting Officer, SVP Accounting and Controls at Corpay , on Count Me In! In this episode, Alissa, who's appeared with us twice before, sits down with host Adam Larson to tackle the complex world of ESG reporting challenges and operations. At Corpay, Alissa's been knee-deep in this evolving lan...

Join host Adam Larson in an engaging conversation with John Hewitt , a remarkable figure in the accounting world. Despite never taking an accounting course, John has built multi-million dollar companies like Jackson Hewitt and Liberty Tax. In this episode, he shares how his father inspired his entrepreneurial journey and offers insights into franchising and self-employment. Whether you're consider...

Join Adam Larson on today's episode of Count Me In as he welcomes dynamic guest Razzak Jallow , the CFO of FloQast , who is anything but your typical CFO. Uncover how his unique path through tech and finance has shaped his perspective on finance transformation. Razzak shares insights on the evolving role of CFOs in today's tech-driven landscape and what it really means to drive a financial transfo...

Tune in to an enlightening chat with Alan Lazaros , CEO, Founder & Co-Host at Next Level University , on this episode of Count Me In Podcast. Join host Adam Larson as he and Alan explore the transformative power of personal responsibility in personal and business growth. Alan shares insights from his own journey, illustrating the nuances of emotional intelligence, self-belief, and the balance...

Join host Adam Larson for an enlightening chat with business consultant Mike Straza of Straza Consulting as they tackle the ins and outs of strengthening accounting teams amidst today’s market challenges. Mike shares his secrets on balancing financial responsibilities with genuine team support, emphasizing the power of effective communication and tailored leadership. Discover how identifying each...

Join host Adam Larson as he sits down with Samantha Jewell , author and CEO, Soil Carbon Advisory at urth.io , on this episode of the Count Me In Podcast. Samantha shares her fascinating journey from organic farming to pioneering soil carbon credits in Australia. She explains the crucial role these credits play in sequestering carbon and improving soil quality. Dive into the intricacies of carbon...

In this episode of Count Me In, join host Adam Larson as he chats with Stacey Chazin , Founder and Principal Coach at I-Factor Leadership . Stacey, a passionate advocate for introverts in the workplace, shares eye-opening insights on why introverts excel in presenting, debunking common myths about their roles in meetings, and how the post-COVID shift is impacting them. Get practical tips from Stac...

Join us on this exciting episode of the Count Me In Podcast, where Adam Larson sits down with Mike Dion , an expert in FP&A and automation. Mike shares his fascinating journey from finance intern to automation advocate, revealing the transformative power of streamlining processes. Get ready to learn how simple tools like Excel can save hours in your workweek, and discover actionable insights o...

Join us for an insightful chat with Siqi Chen , CEO of Runway and a visionary in AI and finance, on this episode of Count Me In! Host Adam Larson sits down with Siqi to explore the incredible potential of AI in streamlining our work, making complex tasks more intuitive. Discover the fascinating world of prompt engineering and how Runway, Siqi's brainchild, is redefining tools for strategic thinkin...

Join host Adam Larson as he chats with Court Watson , Partner in Deloitte Advisory’s Controllership services practice. Discover the future of accounting through Court's insights on data science, generative AI, and modernizing financial practices. From tackling manual journal entry inefficiencies to exploring AI-driven dynamic account closures, this episode offers plenty of real-world takeaways.  ...

Join us in an exciting conversation with Alexandre Louisy , the co-founder and CEO of Upflow , as he and host Adam Larson tackle the challenges of ensuring timely payments in the B2B world. Alexandre shares his insights on modernizing payment methods, stressing why online payments are crucial for both vendors and customers. Learn why manual invoices and checks are becoming outdated and how automat...