News & Updates

Liz Mason and Byron Patrick discuss ethics, personal values, and the real risks of working with clients in controversial sectors. Can a CPA work with a cannabis company? What about a legal brothel or a professional gambler? For Accounting ARC co-hosts Liz Mason, CPA, and Byron Patrick, CPA.CITP, CGMA, the answer is “yes”—as long as the work is legal, ethical,

What’s the real cost of losing top talent in accounting? In this episode of Know-How Korner, host Amy Welch sits down with Bonnie Buol Ruszczyk, managing director of the Accounting MOVE Project, to unpack how belonging impacts firm resilience and why this year’s research zeroes in on retention.

When conversations go sideways, how can we reclaim the moment? Difficult conversations don’t have to divide us-they can deepen understanding when approached with dialogue instead of debate. n the latest episode of Transformation Talks, host Donny Shimamoto, CPA.CITP, CGMA, leads a powerful discussion on “assumed discrimination”—the cultural collisions that happen when others project bias onto someone’s words or actions.

New project explores the cost of losing talent and why belonging is key to resilience and growth  The accounting profession is facing a retention crisis. Every resignation impacts teams, clients, and firm growth. The 2025 Accounting MOVE Project (MOVE) is tackling this challenge head-on with new research focused on The Cost of Losing Talent – Why Belonging is Essential for

Are good manners outdated in business? From corporate culture to email etiquette, this episode is a masterclass in making professionalism personal. Find out how good manners build better business.

From stop-sign walks and mindful mornings to redefining success from the inside out, this “anything but business as usual” episode of ARC Student-led Conversations is packed with raw moments, practical strategies, and inspiring vulnerability. Whether you’re a student, young aspiring leader, or seasoned professional, this conversation is for you!

Is blockchain still a game-changer, or has it lost its edge? Donny Shimamoto, Liz Mason, and Byron Patrick explore the current state of blockchain technology, its challenges, and its future in the accounting world.

In the latest Student-Led Conversations episode of Accounting ARC, high school host Arpan Grewal sits down with ESG advisory leader Tiffany Huey from BPM to explore the surprising intersection of accounting, sustainability, and real-world impact. Tune in and get inspired!

From setting healthy boundaries to navigating tech-enabled communication, we explore what it means to deliver value in today’s rapidly changing client landscape. Tune in for stories, laughs, and practical tips on transforming the way you serve clients.

Join Liz Mason, CPA, and Ron Baker as they unpack announcement from President Trump’s announcement of increasing tariffs on all imports and sharply increasing tariffs on goods from China. What does this mean for businesses, consumers, and the accounting profession?