Permission to Pause: Real Talk on Mental Health, Resilience, and Redefining Success

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!

Student Voices on ESG: A Special Earth Day Episode | Accounting ARC

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!

No IRS? No Way! What Happens When Accountants Imagine the Impossible

In this episode of Accounting ARC, hosts Donny Shimamoto, CPA.CITP, CGMA; Liz Mason, CPA; and Byron Patrick, CPA.CITP, CGMA, explore the provocative question, “What if the IRS was shut down?” This discussion aligns with current political movements considering the downsizing or elimination of various government agencies, including the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).​

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.

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.

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.

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.