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Join host Adam Larson as he chats with Jeremy Bryant on the Count Me In Podcast in a refreshing and insightful conversation. Hear about Jeremy's inspiring journey from accounting to entrepreneurship, real estate, and his latest venture, No Story Lost. Get ready for engaging stories and valuable insights straight from the guest himself. Count me in listeners can receive a special discount by going...

Join us for an insightful episode of Count Me In as Adam Larson sits down with the authors of the 2023 Curt Verschoor Ethics Feature of the Year , Dana Hermanson and Douglas Boyle . Dana, the Dinos Eminent Scholar Chair of Private Enterprise and professor of accounting at Kennesaw State University, and Douglas, professor and department chair in accounting at the Kania School of Management at the U...

Join us for a compelling episode of the Count Me In Podcast, where our host Adam Larson welcomes Howard Chang , CEO of Just Meeting Rooms and a beacon of resilience and entrepreneurial spirit. In this open-hearted discussion, Howard recounts his rollercoaster journey through personal and professional upheavals, including bankruptcy at 29 and overcoming cancer. Learn about Howard’s approach to rede...

Tune into this compelling episode of Count Me In with guest Srinath Ganesan , the Director of Finance & Risk Solutions at SAP . Srinath unpacks the transformative role of AI in finance, presenting it as both an enabler and a crucial tool for ethical considerations. With a wealth of experience, he brings practical insights, discussing how AI streamlines processes like financial reporting and in...

Celebrate International Management Accounting Day with a special episode of the Count Me In Podcast, featuring an enlightening discussion between two esteemed guests: Travis Willard , Senior Vice President of Product and Innovation at IMA, and Susie Duong , Director of Research at IMA, bringing unique perspectives on the integration of AI into accounting and finance. As they exchange insights on h...

In this captivating episode of the Count Me In Podcast, we sit down with Timothy Wingate , EA, the knowledgeable founder and president of G+F Business & Financial Consulting LLC . Wingate unravels the tangled web of communications within finance and back office teams, especially within the construction sector. He shares indispensable strategies for leveraging technology to improve these crucia...

If productivity puzzles have you stumped, tune in to an enlightening episode of the Count Me In Podcast with host Adam Larson and special guest, Nicolas Kopp , the entrepreneurial force behind Rillet . In this candid conversation, Nicolas unveils critical tips to streamline your workday, break free from the quagmire of meetings, and leverage cutting-edge tools to boost efficiency. Whether you're a...

Explore the transformative power of AI in finance with Nicolas Boucher , founder of the AI Finance Club , in this captivating episode of the Count Me In Podcast. Host Adam Larson engages with Nicolas in a lively discussion on the integration of AI with financial practices, demonstrating how it simplifies processes and elevates efficiency. Nicolas sheds light on practical AI applications, from auto...

Join Adam Larson on Count Me In for a riveting session with Chris Papin , owner of Papin CPA , as we explore the ins and outs of being a trusted advisor in the ever-evolving business world. Chris, who also brings a wealth of knowledge from the legal and insurance sectors, shares his first-hand experience on building trust with clients and making ethical decisions during times of uncertainty, such...

In this exciting episode of Count Me In, host Adam Larson chats with two Vice Presidents at RGP, Ellen Class and Janis Parthun . RGP is a global consulting firm known for catalyzing swift business outcomes through transformative change. They share insider tips on transforming your financial close process from a marathon to a sprint and discuss the power of cutting-edge technology to streamline you...

Ready for a breakthrough in your career journey? Join host Adam Larson on Count Me In for a riveting session with Linda Muneka , Vice President, Management Resources Practice Group, and Ai Ling Lee , Vice President Permanent Placement, both from the esteemed Robert Half.  With Linda's and Ai Ling's rich backgrounds at Robert Half, they're here to share expert-level insights into the professional w...

Welcome to the Count Me In Podcast! Join host Adam Larson and special guest Donna Serdula , founder of Vision Board Media , a professional branding company, as they dive into the world of leveraging LinkedIn for finance and accounting professionals. In this episode, Donna shares valuable insights on making the most of your online presence and building meaningful connections in the finance industry...

Welcome to the Count Me In Podcast! In this episode, host Adam Larson invites Soufyan Hamid , a highly experienced finance professional with over 15 years in the industry. Soufyan is also the founder of SouFBP , a global consulting firm that helps finance professionals enhance their presentation delivery. Join Adam and Soufyan as they delve into Soufyan's remarkable journey in the accounting field...

Welcome to the Count Me In Podcast, where we bring you conversations with top industry professionals and thought leaders. In this episode, host Adam Larson sits down with Jonathan Smalley , Co-Founder at Proxymity , for a deep dive into shareholder engagement in the corporate world. They discuss the critical importance of strengthening shareholder engagement, the impact on investor relations, and...

Welcome to Count Me In! Join host Adam Larson and special guest Rick Watson , CEO of Protection Point Advisor, founder of the National Referral Network and author of A Firm Worth Building . They dive into inspiring stories and insights on leadership, company culture, and business success. Get ready for engaging conversations and valuable business wisdom from industry experts like Rick, who shares...

Join host Adam Larson as he sits down with distinguished guest Norman Strauss in the latest episode of the Count Me In. Listen as they share engaging stories and insights from Strauss's 60-year career in accounting. From the challenges of embracing technological changes to his pivotal role in standard-setting committees, Strauss reveals the highs and lows of a lifelong journey in the accounting pr...

Welcome to the Count Me In Podcast! Join host Adam Larson as he chats with the insightful Yerbol Orynbayev , a seasoned leader with a wealth of experience in both the public and private sectors. Yerbol shares compelling stories and lessons from his remarkable career, including his tenure as the deputy prime minister of Kazakhstan and his pivotal role in restructuring a major bank. His candid insig...

Join Adam Larson on the Count Me In Podcast as he sits down with the insightful Ahmed Hassan to explore how financial leadership has shot into a new era. Ahmed, an esteemed finance executive and IMA Global board member, shares how the roles in finance have shifted from traditional number-crunching to proactive, strategic business partnering. Listen in as they discuss the impact of digital tech, CO...

Join host Adam Larson and special guest Connie Siu , President of CDC Synectics Inc and an author , as they unpack the complexities of building a data-driven culture in the business world. Tune in to this episode to discover the essential characteristics and challenges of fostering a data-driven environment within an organization. Adam and Connie provide valuable insights and practical advice on o...

Tune in to listen to Adam Larson as he hosts the Count Me In Podcast, featuring a special conversation with Adam Lean , the CEO and Co-Founder of TheCFOProject.com . Lean shares expert insights on transforming the role of the traditional CFO, offering practical advice and real-life success stories. Don't miss this insider's look into the future of the accounting profession! Full Episode Transcript...

Tune in to the latest episode Count Me In, where host Adam Larson brings you an engaging conversation with some of finance's leading voices in India. We're thrilled to feature Sunil Deshmukh , IMA’s Chair Elect boasting over three decades of global business management expertise, and the astute Sandhya Sriram , Group CFO of Narayana Health, renowned as one of India's Top 100 Women in Finance.  In t...

Welcome to the Count Me In Podcast! Join your host Adam Larson and today's guest, financial expert Tony Klimas , as they discuss the future of finance and insights for 2025 and beyond . Tony has 25 years of consulting experience that he brings to his roles as president for Horvath USA . Get ready for a deep dive into the evolving financial landscape and how the role of the CFO is changing. Stay tu...

Welcome to Count Me In! Join your host Adam Larson as he dives into insightful conversations with industry experts. In this episode, Adam is joined by Andrew Jamison , CEO & Co-Founder of Extend , a Point72-backed fintech platform that enables virtual card and spend management capabilities for small businesses. They discuss how small to medium-sized businesses can leverage fintech solutions to...

Welcome to Count Me In! In this episode, our host Adam Larson welcomes back Alissa Vickery , Chief Accounting Officer, SVP Accounting and Control at FLEETCOR, who shares her journey as an interterm CFO at FLEETCOR. Discover how Alissa balanced multiple finance responsibilities, handled the weight of the CFO role, and developed her leadership strategies. Get ready for an engaging discussion that wi...

Welcome to Count Me In, with your host, Adam Larson. In this episode, Adam is joined by Tim Hedley , the Executive in Residence at Fordham University and Shari Littan , Director, Corporate Reporting Research & Thought Leadership at IMA.  Join this thought-provoking discussion as they delve into the importance of internal controls, the evolving landscape of sustainability reporting, and the cha...