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Hollywood Accounting: A CPA's Journey Into Entertainment

Blake Oliver

Blake’s conversation with Kendale King, CPA, gives an insider’s view into the intriguing world of entertainment finance. Appreciate his vision to directly integrate CPA abilities into AI applications. Appreciate his vision to directly integrate CPA abilities into AI applications. 49:12) - How Did You Get Invovled with FASB? (55:35)

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Beyond Partnerships: Revolutionizing CPA Firms for the Modern Era

Earmark Accounting Podcast

Join Ryan Spohn, CFO of Sikich, and host Blake Oliver to explore how modern CPA firms are revolutionizing the industry by abandoning the traditional partnership model. Discover innovative strategies for attracting and retaining top talent, including Sikich's alternative practice structure and novel performance metrics.

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From SoCal to Tokyo: One CPA's Journey in International Tax

Earmark Accounting Podcast

Join Blake Oliver for an interview with Eric Azevedo, a California CPA who has set up his own international tax practice in rural Japan. Discover how Eric leveraged his Japanese language skills to break into Tokyo's accounting scene and the unique challenges he faced. We'll delve into the complexities of international taxation, U.S.

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Navigating the Identity Crisis in the CPA Profession

Earmark Accounting Podcast

The CPA profession faces an identity crisis, with challenges in the candidate pipeline, non-attest services' role, and CPE's effectiveness. This webinar explores the impact of the fifth-year requirement, the value of consulting services, the need for engaging CPE, and the use of the CPA designation in non-traditional roles.

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The Young CPA Perspective on the Talent Shortage

Earmark Accounting Podcast

(42:34) - How Hannah and Joey each got their 30 extra semester hours for CPA licensure (49:28) - Is the old promise of the accounting dream gone? (56:12) 42:34) - How Hannah and Joey each got their 30 extra semester hours for CPA licensure (49:28) - Is the old promise of the accounting dream gone? (56:12)

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Building a Modern CPA Firm: A Revolutionary Approach with Alan Whitman

Earmark Accounting Podcast

Using his invaluable experience as a CEO for nearly 8 years, Alan will share novel insights on transforming traditional CPA firms into modern, sustainable, and innovative powerhouses. It's time to BREAK THE MOLD (TM) and lead the transition toward the future of professional services and the CPA industry.

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To Be Or Not To Be A CPA Firm

Earmark Accounting Podcast

To learn more about LiveFlow, visit [link] We’re talking to Chase Birky, CEO and co-founder of Dark Horse CPAs, a non-traditional CPA firm. Tune in to hear insights into alternative paths for CPAs and how the industry can work towards creating a more sustainable and fulfilling workplace culture. (00:00) Peer review? (33:56)

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