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March 24, 2025

What Agentic AI Means for the Accounting Profession

How will agentic AI shape the future of accounting? In this episode of Accounting ARC, hosts Byron Patrick, Donny Shimamoto, and Liz Mason break down what agentic AI really means, how it differs from generative AI, and what its rapid development could mean for accountants.
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March 17, 2025

Why Do Accountants Leave? The Role of Firm Size, Job Embeddedness, and Engagement

In this episode of Know-How Korner, Donny Shimamoto sits down with Dr. Amy Cooper, an accounting professor and researcher, to explore her study on job embeddedness, job engagement, and turnover intentions in public accounting firms.
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March 10, 2025

From Adversity to Innovation: Kelly Mann’s Journey to Success

In this powerful episode of Accounting ARC: Student-Led Conversations, our student host sits down with Kelly Mann, CPA, CEO of AuditMiner, who shares her incredible journey from public accounting to launching a software startup, overcoming major life challenges, including a battle with stage 3 breast cancer while growing her company. Her resilience, leadership, and advocacy for women in accounting make this a must-watch conversation.
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March 3, 2025

AI Risks in Accounting: What CPAs Need to Know 

AI is revolutionizing accounting—but how much risk are we taking on? Should accountants trust AI models? Are SOC reports enough? Or is the age of digital privacy already over?
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February 24, 2025

How Research Powers Innovation

In this episode of the Accounting ARC Podcast, Donny Shimamoto, Liz Mason, and Byron Patrick dive into the critical role of research in driving the accounting profession forward. They explore how research informs decision-making, fosters innovation, and keeps professionals ahead of industry trends.
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February 17, 2025

The Future of Accounting Starts Here: Student-led Conversations on Accounting ARC

What happens when we hand over the mic to a high school student? We’ve flipped the script in this special episode of Accounting ARC, launching a new chapter: Student-led Conversations. Once a month, we’re handing the controls over to a student to explore their questions and curiosities about accounting. This time, Donny Shimamoto, Liz Mason, and Byron Patrick are in the hot seat, answering the questions every future CPA, business student, and entrepreneur needs to hear.
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February 11, 2025

Coaching for Success: The Role of Mentorship and Guidance in Accounting

What does it take to truly thrive in accounting? In this episode of #AccountingARC, Donny Shimamoto, CPA.CITP, CGMA, sits down with Doug Slaybaugh, CPA, the CPA Coach, to discuss personal resilience, career growth, and the importance of coaching in the profession.
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February 3, 2025

Big Picture of the Profession – Understanding Accounting Governance

Dive into the intricate world of accounting governance with Donny Shimamoto, Byron Patrick, and Liz Mason as they break down the roles of State Societies, Boards of Accountancy, and the AICPA. Learn how these organizations shape the profession, their impact on CPAs, and why getting involved can transform your career.
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January 28, 2025

Spotting Red Flags in Accounting Office Culture

From the myth of “unlimited PTO” to unsustainable billable hour goals, our Accounting ARC Podcast Trio share personal stories, valuable lessons, and their top 10 red flags to watch out for.
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January 20, 2025

Breaking Barriers: The Role of Private Equity in a Mid-Sized Accounting Firm

Dive into the world of non-traditional accounting with Donny Shimamoto and Jeremy Dubow, CEO of Prosperity Partners. In this episode of Accounting ARC, discover how Jeremy built a private equity-backed firm specializing in client accounting services, tax advisory, and transformative technologies.
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