AICPA Town Hall

Afleveringen

• Rise2040: Shaping the future of accounting and finance — June 25 25.06.2026 1u

  In this week's #AICPATownHall, CPA.com's Erik Asgeirsson is joined by The Marks Group's Gene Marks to discuss the economic outlook for firms and small businesses, while AICPA's Lisa Simpson joins AICPA's Tom Hood to dive into the new Rise 2040 initiative and the future of the profession. Plus, catch up on the latest DC and technical updates you rely on.
• Trends around the profession (live from ENGAGE) – June 8 08.06.2026 1u 17min

  During the June 8 #AICPATownHall, broadcast live from ENGAGE, CPA.com's Erik Asgeirsson joined AICPA's Mark Koziel, Susan Coffey, Lisa Simpson, and newly appointed AICPA Chair Jan Lewis to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of accounting. The conversation explored key developments impacting firms and the profession, along with insights from accounting leadership on what lies ahead.
• Tech & marketplace leadership discussion and firm-level change management 28.05.2026 1u 2min

  During the May 28 AICPA Town Hall, CPA.com's Erik Asgerisson and BILL's René Lacerte discussed the tech and marketplace landscape and what it means for firms. We also continued our practice evolution series with a focus on advisory change management and the necessary foundations for growth. Plus, the latest DC and technical upates you rely on. Topics include:  DC Update Technology & marketplace leadership discussion Practice evolution: Firm-level change management Technical Update Speakers:   Erik Asgeirsson, President & CEO, CPA.com Rachel Dresen, VP, Congressional and Political Affairs, AICPA Melanie Lauridsen, VP, Tax Policy & Advocacy, AICPA  Kim Blascoe, Senior Director, CAS Professional Services, CPA.com Kelli Visser, CEO and Partner, Larson Gross René Lacerte, CEO, BILL.com 
• Tax transformation and intentional growth and culture strategies 07.05.2026 1u 1min

  In this week's AICPA TownHall, hear insights on tax transformation and what it takes for firms to move from compliance to advisory, with insights from CPA.com's Erik Asgeirsson and Brandon Allfrey. You'll also hear intentional approaches to growth and culture, along with the latest DC and technical updates shaping the profession.
• Audit transformation and post-tax season planning opportunities 23.04.2026 1u 1min

  During this week's AICPA Town Hall, hosted by CPA.com's Michael Cerami, we explored the evolving audit transformation landscape and how firms can accelerate their audit journeys with CPA.com's Emily Remington and Schneider Downs & Co., Inc.'s Jeanne Barrett. The episode also featured post–tax season planning opportunities, with insights from AICPA's Cary Sinnett and Kidd Advisors' Matt Kidd. Plus, the latest technical updates from DC.
• Profession update, AI in focus and internal controls in a GenAI World 09.04.2026 1u 1min

  In this AICPA Town Hall, hear the latest updates impacting the profession from AICPA's CEO Mark Koziel, as well as the state of AI from Radical's Pascal Finette. AICPA's Lexi Weber is also joined by Warren Averett's Paul Perry for a discussion on the internal controls in a GenAI world. Plus, you'll get the latest DC and technical updates you rely on as we near the end of busy season. 
• Unleashing simplicity and risk management insights 26.03.2026 1u

  In this AICPA Town Hall, hear pro-tips on how to declutter your work life from FutureThink's CEO Lisa Bodell, as well as insurance and risk management insights from Aon's risk consultant, Nicole Graham and CNA Insurance's risk control director, Sarah Ference. Plus, you'll get the latest DC and technical updates you rely on to get through busy season.  
• Top 100 Firms report insights and small firms update 05.03.2026 1u 2min

  This AICPA Town Hall covers insights from Accounting Today's newly released 2026 Top 100 Firms report, as well as an update on the most pressing issues for small firms. Plus, the latest DC and technical updates you rely on to get through busy season.   Topics include:  DC update Latest technical guidance Top 100 Firms report insights Small firms update   Speakers:  Erik Asgeirsson, President & CEO, CPA.com Mark Peterson, EVP, Advocacy, AICPA  Lisa Simpson, VP, Firm Services, AICPA Melanie Lauridsen, VP, Tax Policy & Advocacy, AICPA  Dan Hood, Editor-in-chief, Accounting Today Stephanie Otero, VP, Small Firm Advocate, AICPA 
• State advocacy and cyber considerations in the AI era 19.02.2026 1u 2min

  The Feb. 19 AICPA Town Hall featured a discussion on state advocacy and cyber considerations in the age of AI. Plus, get the latest DC and technical updates you rely on.   Topics include: Profession update DC update Latest technical guidance State advocacy Cyber risk in the AI era   Speakers: Michael Cerami, EVP, CPA.com Mark Koziel, CEO, AICPA Mark Peterson, EVP, Advocacy, AICPA Melanie Lauridsen, VP, Tax Policy & Advocacy, AICPA James Cox, VP, State Advocacy & State Society Relations, AICPA Avani Desai, CEO, Schellman
• Strategies for firm growth and beating burnout 05.02.2026 1u 1min

  The Feb. 5 AICPA Town Hall episode includes a discussion on ways to spot early signs of burnout and practical ways to address them. We also dive into a conversation with former Marcum CEO Jeff Weiner on driving firm transformation. Plus, hear the latest DC and technical updates you rely on. Topics include: DC update Strategies for firm transformation Latest technical guidance Spotting and preventing burnout Profession Ready Initiative research and goals Speakers:  Erik Asgeirsson, President & CEO, CPA.com Rachel Dresen, VP, Congressional & Political Affairs, AICPA Melanie Lauridsen, VP, Tax Policy & Advocacy, AICPA  Lexi Weber, Senior Manager, Emerging Professionals Initiatives, AICPA Lauren Baptiste, Founder, Acheloa Wellness Jeff Weiner, Former CEO, Marcum Carl Mayes, VP, CPA Candidate Quality & Competency, AICPA
• Digital asset reporting and technical updates ahead of busy season 22.01.2026 1u 1min

  The Jan. 22 AICPA Town Hall includes a discussion around digital asset reporting, including key compliance obligations, data collection challenges and the need for accurate basis tracking. Plus, you'll hear a conversation around AI models and predictions, along with the latest DC and technical updates you need to know. Topics include: Digital asset reporting DC update Latest technical guidance AI models and predictions for 2026 Speakers:  Erik Asgeirsson, President & CEO, CPA.com Mark Peterson, EVP, Advocacy, AICPA Melanie Lauridsen, VP, Tax Policy & Advocacy, AICPA  Lisa Simpson, VP, Firm Services, AICPA April Walker, Lead Manager, Tax Practice & Ethics - Tax Section, AICPA Nik Fahrer, Blockchain & Digital Assets Practice Leader, Forvis Mazars Jeff Seibert, Founder & CEO, Digits
• 2026 IRS outlook and a discussion on tax and financial planning 08.01.2026 1u 1min

  During the first AICPA Town Hall of 2026, Former U.S. Treasury Deputy Secretary Michael Faulkender joined us to discuss the current state of the IRS and 2026 outlook for rates and inflation. Plus, we had a practitioner discussion on tax and financial planning opportunities to think about as you kick off the year, along with the latest DC and technical updates you need to know.
• Economic update with Marci Rossell and 2026 predictions 18.12.2025 1u 2min

  During the Dec. 18 AICPA Town Hall, we heard an economic update with reflections from 2025 and predictions leading into 2026. Plus, we dove into discussions around cybersecurity, the latest out of DC and the technical updates you need to know.
• Insights from the Digital CPA conference, profession update and evolving AI trends 09.12.2025 1u 1min

  The Dec. 9 AICPA Town Hall aired live from the Digital CPA conference. Listen now to hear the latest tech and innovation-focused insights from DCPA, a profession update and a discussion around rethinking AI capabilities for firm workflows. You'll also hear the latest DC and technical updates you need to know.
• Audit practice evolution and addictive leadership 20.11.2025 1u

  The Nov. 20 episode features the latest DC and technical updates. Plus, hear a discussion on audit practice evolution and standards changes, as well as expert insights into how to revolutionize your leadership, challenge your comfort zone and unlock potential in yourself and your team.   Topics include: DC update Latest technical guidance Practice evolution and audit transformation Leadership lessons from expert Michael Brody-Waite Speakers:  Michael Cerami, EVP, CPA.com Rachel Dresen, Senior Director of Congressional & Political Affairs, AICPA Melanie Lauridsen, VP, Tax Policy & Advocacy, AICPA Erin Hartman, Senior Manager, Firm Services, AICPA Emily Remington, Director, Audit Product Management, CPA.com Michael Brand, Member, BMSS Advisors & CPAs Michael Brody-Waite, CEO, Addictive Leadership
• Technology landscape update and year-end tax and financial planning 06.11.2025 1u

  The Nov. 6 AICPA Town Hall episode covers latest around the government shutdown and the key technical updates you need to know. Plus, we'll dive into a conversation on year-end tax planning and the state of AI adoption across firms and finance.
• Special Edition: Government shutdown state of play 30.10.2025 19min

  In this special edition episode, Mark Peterson, AICPA EVP-Advocacy, and Melanie Lauridsen, AICPA VP-Tax Policy and Advocacy, break down the latest news from D.C. and provide key resources to help you and your clients navigate the uncertainty.
• Federal shutdown state of play and AICPA Council highlights 23.10.2025 1u 2min

  Listen to this #AICPATownHall episode as AICPA CEO Mark Koziel returns to provide an update on key profession opportunities being discussed at the AICPA Fall Council meeting. Plus, we'll continue the conversation on the government shutdown and current state of the IRS, and dive into top issues for small firms
• Special Edition: Government shutdown update 16.10.2025 1u

  A special edition AICPA Town Hall focused on the government shutdown.   Speakers:  ·        Lisa Simpson, VP – Firm Services, AICPA ·        Mark Peterson, EVP – Advocacy, AICPA ·        Melanie Lauridsen, VP, Tax Policy & Advocacy, AICPA ·        Lindsey Kennimer, Sr. Director – Governmental Auditing & Accounting, AICPA ·        Dan Noll, VP, Financial Reporting & Audit Quality, AICPA ·        Jason Brodmerkel, Sr. Manager – Accounting Standards, AICPA ·        Stephanie Otero, VP, Small Firm Advocate, AICPA ·        Sue Hicks, Director, Employee Benefit Plan Auditing & Accounting, AICPA
• Federal shutdown, IRS changes and the state of digital assets in accounting 09.10.2025 1u 1min

  Topics include:  Federal shutdown update Tariff and trade updates Exploring the evolving digital assets accounting landscape  Latest technical guidance    Speakers:   Erik Asgeirsson, President & CEO, CPA.com  Mark Koziel, President & CEO, AICPA  Mark Peterson, EVP, Advocacy, AICPA  Lisa Simpson, VP, Firm Services, AICPA   Ami Beers, Senior Director, Assurance and Advisory Innovation, AICPA  Ron Quaranta, Founder & Chairman, Wall Street Blockchain Alliance