Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast AICPA Town Hall
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| AI-driven transformation and considerations for auditors — Oct. 15 | 15 Oct 2026 | 01:01:37 | |
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 technical updates you need to know. Topics include:
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| Upskilling teams and protecting your firm from cyber risks — Oct. 1 | 01 Oct 2026 | 01:02:31 | |
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 technical updates shaping the profession. | |||
| Executive Roundtable insights and business employment trends – Sept. 17 | 17 Sep 2026 | 01:02:31 | |
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 featured the latest DC and technical updates shaping the profession.
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| Leading beyond drama and what's next for finance – Sept. 3 | 03 Sep 2026 | 01:01:40 | |
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. | |||
| SQMS 1 readiness and building the profession's talent pipeline – Aug. 20 | 20 Aug 2026 | 01:01:21 | |
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 technical updates shaping the profession. | |||
| Navigating CP53E notices, AI and emerging risk considerations — Aug. 6 | 06 Aug 2026 | 01:02:03 | |
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 profession update, and the latest DC and technical updates shaping the profession. | |||
| Leadership perspectives on banking landscape and AI – July 23 | 23 Jul 2026 | 01:02:01 | |
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. | |||
| The shift to advisory and new AI tax research insights — July 9 | 09 Jul 2026 | 01:01:47 | |
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 discuss AI's impact on tax transformation. 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 shaping the profession. | |||
| Rise2040: Shaping the future of accounting and finance — June 25 | 25 Jun 2026 | 01:00:58 | |
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. | |||
| Trends around the profession (live from ENGAGE) – June 8 | 08 Jun 2026 | 01:17:01 | |
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 leadership on what lies ahead. | |||
| Tech & marketplace leadership discussion and firm-level change management | 28 May 2026 | 01:02:10 | |
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 foundations for growth. Plus, the latest DC and technical upates you rely on. Topics include:
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| Tax transformation and intentional growth and culture strategies | 07 May 2026 | 01:01:55 | |
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. | |||
| Audit transformation and post-tax season planning opportunities | 23 Apr 2026 | 01:01:20 | |
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, the latest technical updates from DC. | |||
| Profession update, AI in focus and internal controls in a GenAI World | 09 Apr 2026 | 01:01:40 | |
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. | |||
| Unleashing simplicity and risk management insights | 26 Mar 2026 | 01:00:42 | |
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. | |||
| Top 100 Firms report insights and small firms update | 05 Mar 2026 | 01:02:30 | |
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:
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| State advocacy and cyber considerations in the AI era | 19 Feb 2026 | 01:02:20 | |
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:
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| Strategies for firm growth and beating burnout | 05 Feb 2026 | 01:01:21 | |
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:
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| Digital asset reporting and technical updates ahead of busy season | 22 Jan 2026 | 01:01:59 | |
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:
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| 2026 IRS outlook and a discussion on tax and financial planning | 08 Jan 2026 | 01:01:53 | |
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. | |||
| Economic update with Marci Rossell and 2026 predictions | 18 Dec 2025 | 01:02:40 | |
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. | |||
| Insights from the Digital CPA conference, profession update and evolving AI trends | 09 Dec 2025 | 01:01:57 | |
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. | |||
| Audit practice evolution and addictive leadership | 20 Nov 2025 | 01:00:44 | |
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.
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| Technology landscape update and year-end tax and financial planning | 06 Nov 2025 | 01:00:43 | |
The Nov. 6 AICPA Town Hall episode covers latest around the government shutdown and the key technical updates you need to know. Plus, we'll dive into a conversation on year-end tax planning and the state of AI adoption across firms and finance. | |||
| Special Edition: Government shutdown state of play | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:19:22 | |
In this special edition episode, Mark Peterson, AICPA EVP-Advocacy, and Melanie Lauridsen, AICPA VP-Tax Policy and Advocacy, break down the latest news from D.C. and provide key resources to help you and your clients navigate the uncertainty. | |||
| Federal shutdown state of play and AICPA Council highlights | 23 Oct 2025 | 01:02:00 | |
Listen to this #AICPATownHall episode as AICPA CEO Mark Koziel returns to provide an update on key profession opportunities being discussed at the AICPA Fall Council meeting. Plus, we'll continue the conversation on the government shutdown and current state of the IRS, and dive into top issues for small firms | |||
| Special Edition: Government shutdown update | 16 Oct 2025 | 01:00:48 | |
A special edition AICPA Town Hall focused on the government shutdown.
Speakers: · Lisa Simpson, VP – Firm Services, AICPA · Mark Peterson, EVP – Advocacy, AICPA · Melanie Lauridsen, VP, Tax Policy & Advocacy, AICPA · Lindsey Kennimer, Sr. Director – Governmental Auditing & Accounting, AICPA · Dan Noll, VP, Financial Reporting & Audit Quality, AICPA · Jason Brodmerkel, Sr. Manager – Accounting Standards, AICPA · Stephanie Otero, VP, Small Firm Advocate, AICPA · Sue Hicks, Director, Employee Benefit Plan Auditing & Accounting, AICPA | |||
| Federal shutdown, IRS changes and the state of digital assets in accounting | 09 Oct 2025 | 01:01:48 | |
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| Shutdown watch, economic outlook and benchmarking for firms | 25 Sep 2025 | 01:02:06 | |
Topics: Key DC updates An economic outlook for the rest of 2025 Technical updates Results from the 2025 AICPA PCPS National Management of an Accounting Practice (MAP) Survey
Speakers: Erik Asgeirsson, President & CEO, CPA.com Mark Peterson, EVP, Advocacy, AICPA Lisa Simpson, VP, Firm Services, AICPA Melanie Lauridsen, VP, Tax Policy & Advocacy, AICPA Erin Hartman, Senior Manager, Firm Services – Public Accounting, AICPA Marci Rossell, Expert Economic Adviser | |||
| DC outlook, trends defining the profession and risk management strategies to move from one tax season to the next | 11 Sep 2025 | 01:02:00 | |
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| IRS Modernization with Danny Werfel & The Shifting Role of the CFO with Tom Hood | 21 Aug 2025 | 01:02:18 | |
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| DC updates, hiring insights and better tax season planning | 07 Aug 2025 | 01:01:55 | |
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| IRS insider Perspective on H.R. 1 + Future-Ready Firm Governance | 24 Jul 2025 | 01:01:17 | |
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| Special Edition: Key Tax Law Changes You Need to Know | 14 Jul 2025 | 01:00:56 | |
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| Tax legislation breakdown, research tools and what's next | 10 Jul 2025 | 01:02:23 | |
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| Tax bill status, small firm opportunities and the transformation economy | 26 Jun 2025 | 01:02:02 | |
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| Live from ENGAGE: Exploring the latest issues impacting the profession | 10 Jun 2025 | 01:01:28 | |
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| House budget bill, payment transformation and CPA licensure | 22 May 2025 | 01:00:39 | |
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| Strategic planning strategies and a profession update | 08 May 2025 | 01:02:06 | |
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| A new era for CAS + post-tax season planning | 24 Apr 2025 | 01:01:09 | |
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| Tariffs, not-for-profits, BOI and ERC | 03 Apr 2025 | 01:02:27 | |
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| Simplification strategies and an economic outlook | 20 Mar 2025 | 01:01:26 | |
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| Former IRS Commissioner, Top 100 firms report preview and BOI news | 27 Feb 2025 | 01:01:20 | |
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| A news power hour: Expert insights on the latest from DC and the profession | 13 Feb 2025 | 01:01:42 | |
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| Tax bill discussion draft, risk management strategies and AI tools for tax | 30 Jan 2025 | 01:00:48 | |
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| Tax and financial planning, BOI news and new AICPA president and CEO Mark Koziel | 16 Jan 2025 | 01:01:39 | |
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| An economic outlook, BOI news and reflections from Barry Melancon | 19 Dec 2024 | 01:00:33 | |
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| Tech trends, talent pipeline, and BOI | 11 Dec 2024 | 01:00:15 | |
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| Navigating Change, BOI Updates and Audit Transformation | 21 Nov 2024 | 01:01:43 | |
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| BOI update with FinCEN and election insights | 07 Nov 2024 | 01:00:38 | |
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On this episode of the AICPA Town Hall, we dive into the significant outcomes of the 2024 U.S. federal elections and their implications for the finance and accounting profession, future tax policy, and regulatory changes. Mark Peterson leads an in-depth discussion on the anticipated shifts in Washington, exploring how new leadership could impact tax legislation, the IRS, and regulatory bodies. We're joined by Phil Lam from FinCEN, who provides critical insights on Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act, including what CPAs and firms need to know as the January 1st compliance deadline approaches. The episode also covers essential updates across the profession.
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