CPA Trendlines Podcasts

Forward-thinking firms transform disruption into dominance. Accounting Influencers With Rob Brown In a profession built on precision, trust, and timeless principles, a disruptive force has arrived—and it’s not just another regulation. It’s technology. Automation, AI, and machine learning are redefining accounting at a rapid pace, sparking a pressing question: Is technology a force for good, or the...

“When people see their strengths clearly for the first time, they feel seen, and that changes everything.” MOVE Like This With Bonnie Buol Ruszczyk For CPA Trendlines At Clark Nuber, developing talent is more than a bullet point on a strategic plan; it's woven into the fabric of how the firm operates. Angela Oakley, director of the firm’s Talent Advisor Program, sits down with the Move Like This p...

Thrive with a lean schedule, happy clients, and a calm home life. The Disruptors With Liz Farr Erica Goode was exhausted and burned out as a corporate accountant and mom of two young children. “I could not figure out a sane way to operate a 50-hour work week and raise two kids and have a spouse who worked a 50-hour work week,” Goode explains. “I don't think there is a great way to do it. It does n...

Sponsored by CPA Trendlines Pro Membership  – See Today’s Special Offer By Rory Henry CFP®, BFA™ For CPA Trendlines As Teddy Roosevelt once said, “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.” When people ask why more accountants are incorporating holistic finance services into their practices, it’s because they’re realizing the power of empathy, trust, and the future of...

With a looming shortage of 100,000 financial advisors, CPAs have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to fill the gap. By Rory Henry CFP®, BFA™ For CPA Trendlines As Teddy Roosevelt once said, “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.” Roosevelt made that comment over a century ago, but it remains highly relevant today. For instance, when people ask me why more accounta...

Top minds in accounting push for systemic reform, more innovative tech, and a human-first workplace. Accounting Influencers with Rob Brown While many firms report strong financials and steady client demand, an urgent conversation is happening behind the scenes—one that questions whether traditional business models, outdated technology, and uninspiring career paths can sustain the future. More Rob...

AICPA’s Peterson sounds the alarm for small firms. Gear Up for Growth With Jean Caragher For CPA Trendlines In a farewell interview on Gear Up for Growth , powered by CPA Trendlines, Carl Peterson, vice president of Small Firm Interests at the AICPA, shares hard-earned insights with Jean Caragher, president of Capstone Marketing, from his 14-year tenure - and sounds a call to action for the next g...

Silence, shame, and outdated policies still shape the profession—but we rise anyway.   Accounting ARC With Liz Mason and Donny Shimamoto Center for Accounting Transformation In a stirring Pride Month episode of the Accounting ARC podcast, Liz Mason, CPA, and Donny Shimamoto, CPA.CITP, CGMA, confront what it really means to belong in a profession still wrestling with how to talk about identity. “Br...

Compromise, party discipline, and presidential influence could make this bill one of the most impactful yet. Quick Tax Tip With Art Werner CPE Today When major tax reform is introduced, it's easy to assume the process is straightforward: the House writes a bill, the Senate reviews it, and Congress either passes or blocks it. But the truth is much messier—and much more interesting. On the Quick Tax...

What's the best professional step in accounting? It's free, powerful—and you're probably not doing it. Accounting Influencers with Rob Brown Want to stand out in your firm? Build a loyal client base? Attract speaking gigs, promotions, or even media opportunities? In this episode of Accounting Influencers, the answer isn’t more certifications or hours—it’s writing. Publicly. Rob Brown makes a bold...

Abandon rigid roles and redefine success on your own terms. The Disruptors With Liz Farr Randy Crabtree believes the biggest shift accounting needs isn’t in technology or tax law—it’s in mindset. For decades, the profession has prized consistency and predictability. But in a time of demographic disruption and rapid innovation, Crabtree argues that clinging to “Same As Last Year” thinking is holdin...

The Concierge CPA With Jackie Meyer For CPA Trendlines In this conversation, Dr. Jackie Meyer and Justin Baker delve into the intricacies of estate tax planning, discussing the current landscape of estate tax exemptions, the role of CPAs in estate tax planning, and the importance of proactive engagement with clients.  More Jackie Meyer They explore the dynamics of unexpected estate tax bills and p...

What forces are really driving firm sales—and what separates the sellable from the stagnant? Accounting Influencers with Rob Brown The great reshuffle in accounting is underway. With three-quarters of the profession approaching retirement age and M&A activity reaching historic highs, many firm owners are asking the same question: What’s my practice worth? Brannon Poe, CPA, founder of Poe Group...

Can CPA firms still stay independent? Yes—but only if they get serious. Gear Up for Growth With Jean Caragher For CPA Trendlines In the latest episode of Gear Up for Growth, host Jean Caragher sits down with industry powerhouse Phil Whitman—CEO of Whitman Transition Advisors and founder of C-Suite Impact—to tackle one of the accounting profession’s biggest questions: Can CPA firms still thrive ind...

You can serve brothels, cannabis firms, and poker pros—just don’t cross the legal line. Accounting ARC With Liz Mason and Byron Patrick Center for Accounting Transformation Accountants are often seen as the gatekeepers of financial integrity—but what happens when the client operates a strip club, sells cannabis, or works in legal sex work? In the latest episode of Accounting ARC , Liz Mason, CPA,...

Break down the strategy behind smart networking, brand building, and true ROI at live events. Accounting Influencers with Rob Brown Do you really know how to work a conference? Sure, you’ve been to plenty—shook hands, sat through sessions, grabbed some swag. But in an era when time, travel, and training budgets are tight, attending a conference without a strategy can cost you more than just money....

“We don’t need a few companies doing everything perfectly, we need everyone doing something. That’s how real change happens.” MOVE Like This With Bonnie Buol Ruszczyk For CPA Trendlines In this episode of MOVE Like This , Jennifer Harrity, director of Sustainability at Sensiba, talks about how B Corp certification and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) frameworks are reshaping accounting...

Representation isn't symbolic. It’s essential for the profession’s future. The Disruptors With Liz Farr Accounting pros Nancy McClelland, CPA, and Questian Telka, EA, are pulling back the curtain on what it really means to be a woman in the accounting world—with all the messy, maddening, and motivating moments that come with it. Their new podcast, She Counts, is more than just a talk show—it’s a m...

Peek inside the firm powering real-time finance for 1,000+ companies with just 100 staff. The Concierge CPA With Jackie Meyer For CPA Trendlines In this episode of the Concierge CPA Podcast, Dr. Jackie Meyer interviews Matt Tait, founder and CEO of Decimal, a firm that leverages AI and technology to enhance accounting operations. Matt shares his journey from being a lawyer to creating a client-cen...

The profession’s future belongs to those who step out of the back room and into the boardroom   Accounting Influencers with Rob Brown Terrell Turner, CPA, co-founder of TLTurner Group, says the accounting profession is at a tipping point. In this episode of Accounting Influencers, Turner calls on accountants, bookkeepers, and CFOs to evolve from number-crunchers to strategic decision-makers. "We c...

Self-awareness and self-reflection are key to discovering an authentic leadership style. Gear Up for Growth With Jean Caragher For CPA Trendlines In this episode of Gear Up for Growth , host Jean Caragher welcomes Carla McCall, managing partner of AAFCPAs and immediate past chair of the AICPA, for a candid conversation about one of the most pressing challenges facing the accounting profession: lea...

MOVE’s latest project explores why even high-performing professionals are quietly exiting—and how firms can stop the leak.  Know-How Korner With Amy L. Welch, APR, CAE Center for Accounting Transformation The accounting profession stands at a crossroads. Despite a steady influx of women into the field, their advancement into leadership continues to lag. Bonnie Buol Ruszczyk, managing director of t...

"Pseudo compensation” can reduce taxable income and optimize client outcomes. Quick Tax Tip With Art Werner CPE Today In this episode of Quick Tax Tip , tax planning authority Art Werner makes a compelling case for rethinking how accountants approach compensation—shifting the focus from traditional deductions to strategic use of fringe benefits. Click here for more Art Werner “What are we really t...

Accounting firms must pivot to CEO-led structures or risk falling behind in the age of private equity and tech transformation. Accounting Influencers with Rob Brown In a bold new episode of the Accounting Influencers Podcast , host Rob Brown declares that the traditional partnership model in accounting is no longer fit for purpose. Instead, he argues, the future belongs to firms that adopt CEO-led...

This milestone episode proves that accountants can change lives—and legacies—every single day. The Disruptors With Liz Farr In its milestone 100th episode, The Disruptors podcast pulls out all the stops with a powerful conversation featuring Paul Dunn, a four-time TEDx speaker, accounting innovator, and co-founder of the global giving platform B1G1. A true visionary, Dunn has spent decades redefin...