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jeremy dubow: private equity as a catalyst for growth | arc

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ceo says private equity isn’t about cost-cutting—it’s about investing in technology and talent.

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accounting arc
with donny shimamoto
center for accounting transformation

the accounting profession is evolving, and if private equity is any indicator, firms like prosperity partners are leading the charge. in the latest accounting arc episode, host donny shimamoto, cpa.citp, cgma, speaks with ceo and pe-backed prosperity partners llc co-founder jeremy dubow, cpa, about the firm’s innovative approach, private equity backing, and non-traditional practices. 

more accounting arc: breaking the burnout cycle in accounting | accounting in transition: 2024 reflections & the road ahead | ron baker: visions for the accounting profession | angie grissom: next gen inspo for accountants | does accounting belong in stem? | rose wang: where numbers meet strategy and creativity | tiktok fraud exposes gaps in financial literacy | how accounting pros own the stage in public speaking | greg kyte: being a cpa is like being the marie kondo of numbers |

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“we’re not your traditional firm,” says dubow, who started the firm with two partners in 2003 as ndh advisors, and sold a stake to unity partners in in 2023, rebranded as prosperity and launched a series of knock-on acquisitions. “we focus on transformative technologies and people-first culture to redefine what an accounting firm can achieve.” 

unlike most accounting firms, prosperity partners operates without an attest function. “our roots are in tax and client accounting services,” dubow explains. this focus has allowed the firm to streamline operations and specialize in high-demand areas such as mergers and acquisitions and litigation support. 

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art werner: due diligence and irs enforcement | quick tax tip

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the irs is increasing scrutiny, and your due diligence must meet the challenge.

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quick tax tip
with art werner
cpe today

as the irs increases its enforcement efforts fueled by new funding and additional agents, understanding and practicing due diligence is more critical than ever for tax professionals. due diligence requirements, established to ensure compliance with tax law, place a significant responsibility on tax practitioners to verify their clients’ eligibility for certain tax benefits.

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tax professionals must now certify positions related to the american opportunity tax credit, the earned income tax credit, the child tax credit, and the filing status of head of household. these certifications require meticulous documentation, a thorough understanding of the client’s situation, and adherence to the law.

failing to uphold due diligence can have serious consequences.

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mike sylvester: learn to say no | the disruptors

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be blunt. give your clients the advice they should hear, not what they want to hear. 

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the disruptors
with liz farr

the talent crunch in accounting isn’t an issue for mike sylvester. last year, 40 accountants applied to work at his firm, sbs cpa group. he’s had serious inquiries from people at top 50 firms eager to work with him. further, he just hired someone from a top 10 firm who says the benefits are better and who will make $10,000 more while working 300 fewer hours.  

more podcasts and videos: salim omar: identify your client’s $100,000 problem | jackie meyer: earn more with fewer clients | jack fleherty: don’t be a ‘yes’ person | greg adams: from finance to storytelling | the disruptors | jody padar: make radical changes now if you want to be relevant in 2030 | rebecca driscoll: amplify reach by helping other firm owners | rory henry: create the return on relationships | mike maksymiw: be the leader you wish you had | terrell turner: build a solid business showing up as yourself | kelly mann: be the bull in the china shop | alicia katz pollock: create a human-centric business |  nancy mcclelland: be the one your clients ask first |alan whitman: stop accepting the status quo | sean duncan: discover your own genius | ingrid edstrom: true wealth is not financial | caleb jenkins: firm growth requires owners to shift roles |

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his not-so-secret secret? he talks “over and over and over” on twitter about the unique way his firm operates. during busy season, all team members –even the partners – are paid overtime on 60-hour weeks. then, after april 15, everyone works 32 hours a week and gets 37 three-day weekends in a row. “it’s a very popular schedule,” sylvester said.  

his team agrees: he’s had zero turnover in the last four and a half years.

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jason staats: thriving in turbulence | accounting influencers

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balancing tech, trust, and innovation.

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accounting influencers
with rob brown

in a recent episode of the “accounting influencers” podcast, jason staats, a content creator and influencer in the accounting industry, shared insights on balancing innovation, mental health, and technology in today’s profession. staats, known for his ability to mix accounting expertise with entrepreneurial thinking, has become a prominent voice in the field.

staats’ mission is to help accountants and firm owners create enjoyable and sustainable ways to manage their practices. through platforms like twitter, linkedin, and youtube, staats encourages his audience to rethink traditional success in accounting.

“sometimes, we mistake working hard for working smart,” staats said. “running into the same wall for the tenth time isn’t progress—it’s a sign to rethink your approach.”

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kimberly ellison-taylor: talent is key to growth | gear up for growth

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“we have to tell a better story, but we also have to have a better story to tell.”

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gear up for growth
with jean caragher
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a powerhouse in the accounting profession, kimberly ellison-taylor, cpa, cgma, citp, cisa, the ceo of ket solutions, shares her deep insights on talent recruitment and retention, inclusive leadership, and the evolving role of cpas in a rapidly changing world.

gear up for growth spotlights the best strategies for smart and efficient growth in today’s competitive landscape. more gear up for growth every friday here | more capstone conversations with jean caragher every monday | more jean caragher here | get her best-selling handbook, the 90-day marketing plan for cpa firms, here | more 卡塔尔世界杯常规比赛时间 videos and podcasts here

ellison-taylor’s journey into the accounting profession began earlier than most. she recalls a pivotal career day in third grade when she learned that “accountants manage the money.” this revelation not only sparked her initial interest but also set her on a path to becoming one of the most recognized leaders in the profession, including serving as chairman of both the maryland association of cpas and the aicpa. her story is a testament to the power of early inspiration and leadership support.

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break the burnout cycle in accounting | arc

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“a firm’s culture during busy season reveals its true colors.”  

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accounting arc
with liz mason, byron patrick, and donny shimamoto.
center for accounting transformation

as the busiest time of year looms for accountants, industry leaders byron patrick, cpa.citp, cgma; donny shimamoto, cpa.citp, cgma; and liz mason, cpa, share practical advice in the first episode of the second season of accounting arc on maintaining resilience during tax season. their conversation explores actionable strategies to counteract stress and promote mental health. 

more accounting arc: accounting in transition: 2024 reflections & the road ahead | ron baker: visions for the accounting profession | angie grissom: next gen inspo for accountants | does accounting belong in stem? | rose wang: where numbers meet strategy and creativity | tiktok fraud exposes gaps in financial literacy | how accounting pros own the stage in public speaking | greg kyte: being a cpa is like being the marie kondo of numbers | rachel bashore: a lawyer’s case for reinventing accounting | beyond the basics in ethics eduction | bailey lenart: from ledger sheets to transformational change | election tax plans: what cpas need to know | leadership for the future: stakeholders, sustainability, and strategic vision |

the hosts share relatable anecdotes, from patrick’s newfound habit of scheduling haircuts to mason’s candid discussion about balancing adhd with professional responsibilities. shimamoto, founder and managing director of intraprisetechknowlogies llc and founder and inspiration architect for the center for accounting transformation, adds, “if it’s not on my calendar, it’s not happening,” highlighting the need for intentional scheduling. 

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steve yoss: ai’s power in assurance services | quick tech talks

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efficiency meets innovation when you turbocharge audits with ai.

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quick tech talk
with steve yoss
cpe today

accountants can leverage ai tools—not just the industry-specific platforms like mindbridge and inflow systems, but also generative ai tools such as chatgpt and claude—to enhance their auditing processes.

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amazing, dedicated ai tools exist for accountants, but did you know you can use general generative ai to analyze excel workbooks and other data files?

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salim omar: identify the $100k problem | the disruptors

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if you try to help everyone, you don’t help anyone.

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the disruptors
with liz farr

salim omar, cpa, opened his firm in 1996 after working as a cfo in a small investment boutique firm because he wanted to be his own boss. but the experience was terrible: “i found myself working long hours. i was not enjoying the work i was doing. having the team was a revolving door.”

“there’s got to be a better way,” omar said then. “if this is what entrepreneurship is, i’m not sure if i want it anymore.”

more podcasts and videos: jackie meyer: earn more with fewer clients | jack flaherty: don’t be a ‘yes’ person | greg adams: from finance to storytelling | the disruptors | jody padar: make radical changes now if you want to be relevant in 2030 | rebecca driscoll: amplify reach by helping other firm owners | rory henry: create the return on relationships | mike maksymiw: be the leader you wish you had | terrell turner: build a solid business showing up as yourself | kelly mann: be the bull in the china shop | alicia katz pollock: create a human-centric business |  nancy mcclelland: be the one your clients ask first |alan whitman: stop accepting the status quo | sean duncan: discover your own genius | ingrid edstrom: true wealth is not financial | caleb jenkins: firm growth requires owners to shift roles |

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omar started reading and studying books by other entrepreneurs, many outside the accounting industry. “and i just took what they were saying and what they were doing in their business, and they were getting success, and i brought it back to my own practice.”  after adding a few minor tweaks here and there, omar, the ceo of straighttalkcpas, says, “my practice was very different to what it had been when i started it a few years back.”

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expert panel: how marketing is reshaping the accounting profession | capstone conversations

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“this is the golden age of opportunity for accounting… let’s seize it.”

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capstone conversations
by jean caragher
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accounting marketing has come a long way since the landmark bates v. state bar of arizona case, which 45 years ago allowed professional services firms to market their services. today, as firms navigate digital transformation, client experience, and talent challenges, marketing plays an increasingly pivotal role. capstone conversations brought together a panel of trailblazers to explore the journey and future of accounting marketing. featuring four decades of association of accounting marketing (aam) marketers of the year, the panel included adrian ornik (ey), sally glick (formerly sobel & co.), eric majchrzak (beachfleischman), and sarah cirelli (hbk cpas & consultants).

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ornik, the 1993 marketer of the year, recalls a time when accounting marketing was uncharted territory. “ignorance was bliss,” he shares, reflecting on a period when both marketers and their stakeholders were still learning. despite challenges, ornik emphasizes that the profession’s transformation provided immense opportunity.

glick, recognized by aam in 2003, credits her father, a sole practitioner, for offering her the freedom to innovate when marketing lacked measurable tools. “there wasn’t always a correlation between initiatives and results,” she notes, yet her creative strategies laid the groundwork for relationship-building in the profession.

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art werner: busy season predictions | quick tax tip

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learn why the upcoming busy seasons could be among the most demanding in recent memory.

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quick tax tip
with art werner
cpe today

according to seasoned tax educator art werner, the next busy season may be the last of what he calls a “lull period.” preparers are currently working under existing laws, dealing with the tax returns for the 2024 calendar year. however, significant changes are expected on the horizon.

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“the fact is, busy season in 2025—and especially 2026—will require a lot of knowledge of new laws,” werner explains. he anticipates that navigating these updates will pose a steeper learning curve for tax preparers, resulting in more complicated filing seasons.

one of the primary drivers of this complexity will be legislative changes. with uncertainty around tax reform and the evolving tax landscape, 2025 could see the introduction of new regulations that tax professionals will need to quickly master.

“when you get to busy season, you’re in this historic mode,” werner said. “you’re preparing tax returns based on the old law. but by 2026, you’ll need to know all the nuances of the new law.”

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accounting in transition: 2024 reflections & the road ahead | arc

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accounting arc wraps 2024 with insights and bold 2025 predictions. 

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accounting arc
with liz mason, byron patrick, and donny shimamoto.
center for accounting transformation

since its launch in may, the accounting arc podcast, hosted liz mason, cpa; byron patrick, cpa.citp, cgma; and donny shimamoto, cpa.citp, cgma, has quickly gained traction as a thought leader in accounting. as the year concludes, the trio reflects on their journey and the pressing issues reshaping the industry. 

more accounting arc: ron baker: visions for the accounting profession | angie grissom: next gen inspo for accountants | does accounting belong in stem? | rose wang: where numbers meet strategy and creativity | tiktok fraud exposes gaps in financial literacy | how accounting pros own the stage in public speaking | greg kyte: being a cpa is like being the marie kondo of numbers | rachel bashore: a lawyer’s case for reinventing accounting | beyond the basics in ethics eduction | bailey lenart: from ledger sheets to transformational change | election tax plans: what cpas need to know | leadership for the future: stakeholders, sustainability, and strategic vision |

mason, ceo and founder of high rock accounting, notes that one of the year’s standout discussions centered on ethics. “it’s fascinating to see how ethical theories apply to our decisions as accountants,” she says. “these frameworks aren’t just academic—they directly impact our role as trusted advisors.” 

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katie lyles: triumphs amid chaos | capstone conversations

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risk-taking and transparency emerge as key drivers for success in accounting marketing.

 

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capstone conversations
by jean caragher
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when katie lyles joined dallas-based accounting firm lane gorman trubitt at the end of 2019, she anticipated a role focused on coordinating live events. little did she know, her career trajectory would be shaped by a global pandemic, propelling her into a spotlight she hadn’t foreseen. in 2021, lyles was named the association for accounting marketing (aam) rookie of the year, a testament to her ingenuity, adaptability, and dedication to her craft.

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on a recent episode of capstone conversations, lyles reflects on her journey, marked by resilience and resourcefulness. when covid-19 halted in-person events in early 2020, lyles quickly pivoted to virtual platforms, saving her firm over $90,000 and generating record-breaking revenue. beyond the financial impact, her efforts were instrumental in lane gorman trubitt’s ppp task force, where her marketing expertise contributed over 55% of the task force’s revenue.

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