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Donny Shimamoto
CPA, CITP, CGMA
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Podcasts Hosted by Donny:
July 26, 2024
Season 01
Episode
Accounting ARC
Bonus Episode: Vince LoRusso - Staying Ahead of the Game
Vince LoRusso joins Donny Shimamoto to share his journey from PwC auditor to edtech innovator—blending accounting, creativity, and gamified learning to redefine success in the profession.
August 2, 2024
Season 01
Episode 10
Accounting ARC
Fostering Inclusive Cultures within Accounting Firms
Jina Etienne joins Donny Shimamoto to discuss DEIB, psychological safety, and how accountants can lead cultural change as storytellers, advisors, and champions of inclusion.
August 3, 2024
Season 01
Episode 11
Accounting ARC
Remote Work and Offshoring
Byron, Liz, and Donny explore remote work and offshoring—sharing tips on communication, culture, and team management to help firms thrive with global, flexible, and efficient teams.
August 9, 2024
Season 01
Episode 12
Accounting ARC
Accountants In Pop Culture
Liz, Byron, and Donny dive into accountants in pop culture—from The Office to Ghostbusters—breaking down portrayals, stereotypes, and the fun side of the profession.
August 16, 2024
Season 01
Episode 13
Accounting ARC
The Right Kind of Lazy
Liz, Donny, and Byron reveal how “the right kind of lazy” boosts efficiency—sharing smart shortcuts, mindset shifts, and tips for maximizing value without sacrificing quality.
August 30, 2024
Season 01
Episode 15
Accounting ARC
Bonus Episode: Rubik Yerzarian - From Big Four to Boutique Firm Success
Forensic CPA Rubik Yeriazarian joins Donny Shimamoto to share how he uncovers fraud, streamlines data, and balances business with creativity—showing the human side of forensic accounting.
September 6, 2024
Season 01
Episode 16
Accounting ARC
Non Accountants In Accounting
Donny, Byron, and Liz spotlight non-accountants in accounting—showing how IT, HR, and other pros are driving firm growth and redefining the future of holistic business services.
September 13, 2024
Season 01
Episode 16
Accounting ARC
The Importance of Attending Live Events
Donny, Liz, and Byron talk in-person vs. virtual events—sharing how real-world connections, coffee chats, and conference moments can spark career-changing relationships and growth.
September 27, 2024
Season 01
Episode 17
Accounting ARC
Leadership
Byron Patrick joins Donny Shimamoto to explore what it really means to be a CEO—sharing lessons on team-building, collaboration, and leading with purpose in today’s accounting and fintech world.
October 4, 2024
Season 01
Episode 18
Accounting ARC
Bonus Episode: Bailey Lenart - From Traditional Accounting to World-Changing Business
Bailey Lenart joins Donny Shimamoto to share her journey from accountant to ESG leader—exploring sustainability, non-financial metrics, and how accountants can drive real-world impact beyond profits.
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Accounting is rapidly transforming through AI, shifting from “trust but verify” to smarter guardrails, redefining innovation, and positioning the next generation as the profession’s strongest competitive edge.
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Season 02
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Transformation Talks
Navigating Political Differences in Accounting
Can you talk politics without it blowing up? Top accounting leaders reveal how to have real, respectful conversations—even when you disagree—and why it actually strengthens teams and clients.
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Episode 11
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