News & Updates

Why every accounting leader must prioritize cybersecurity  Imagine logging into your firm’s system one morning to find a flashing screen: Your files have been encrypted. Pay $200,000 in Bitcoin within 72 hours or lose everything. For small to mid-sized CPA firms, this isn’t a theoretical horror story. It’s becoming an all-too-common reality.  The accounting profession holds a privileged position in

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.

Upcoming research collaboration aims to address innovation gaps and adaptation strategies in accounting firms.​ In recent times, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives—once integral to the ethos of modern accounting firms—are facing unprecedented challenges. Political pressures and legal uncertainties have led some firms to scale back or even abandon these efforts. Such decisions are not merely reactive; they risk undermining

Boundaries or burnout? Learn how healthy boundaries fuel better work and better lives.

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Are good manners outdated in business?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.

Celebrating the changemakers who are redefining accounting as a profession of purpose, innovation, and community impact. Today’s accounting professionals are more than technical experts—we are trusted advisors, strategic thinkers, and community leaders. In a world shaped by constant change, accounting has evolved into a profession of impact, innovation, and purpose. At the Center for Accounting Transformation, we believe it’s time

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.