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What does freedom really mean—and how does it change as life unfolds? In this inspiring conversation, Calvin Harris, CEO of NYSSCPA, and Tina Caratan, veteran CPA and nonprofit consultant, share raw stories about breaking barriers, building independence, and finding joy in work. From cultural challenges to career-defining risks, they reveal how passion, talent, and purpose can transform your path—and even your definition of success.

AI isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a responsibility. In this episode of Innovation Insights, Donny Shimamoto, CPA.CITP, CGMA is joined by Jason Pikoos and David Wood to unpack the new Generative AI Governance Framework—what it is, why every organization (big or small) needs it, and how to make it work in the real world.

Today’s accounting leaders are turning travel and talk into transformative impact. In a recent episode of the Accounting ARC podcast, Donny Shimamoto, CPA.CITP, CGMA, and Liz Mason, CPA, unpack the evolving role of speaking engagements and travel in the accounting profession. Their stories highlight how accountants are stepping beyond spreadsheets to build influence, spark innovation, and create community across cities—and

Three unique voices from different stages of life—a high school student, a soon-to-be college graduate, and a first-generation professional—come together to talk about purpose, confidence, and finding your own path in the accounting profession and beyond.

Ever felt like quitting? You’re not alone. Donny Shimamoto, Liz Mason, and Byron Patrick get real about the hardest chapters of their careers—from CPA exam failures to quarter-life crises to tech meltdowns. Tune in for real talk, raw lessons, and the power of pushing through.

Accounting is no longer just about numbers. It’s about navigating possibilities—and career paths should reflect that.

What happens when no one at the table understands the difference between a grant and a sustainable revenue stream? That’s the question Donny Shimamoto, CPA.CITP, CGMA, and Byron Patrick, CPA.CITP, CGMA, wrestle with in a special reaction episode of the Accounting ARC podcast. Sparked by a CNBC video titled Why Public Schools Are Going Broke in the U.S., the episode offers an accountant’s perspective on one of America’s most emotionally charged—and financially mismanaged—public policy issues: education funding.

Gen Z is over “follow your passion.” Here’s what actually resonates—and how employers and mentors can support young professionals more effectively.

From being “out” in the profession to navigating faith-based firms and international career choices, our hosts get real about the risks, the progress—and the power—of showing up authentically.

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,