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The Path to Partner Hasn't Disappeared
Accounting

The Path to Partner Hasn't Disappeared. It Just Looks Different.

Explore how the path to partnership in accounting is evolving, with insights on ownership aspirations and the need for ...

Jun 29, 2026
Five Levers That Separate Firms
Accounting

Five Levers That Separate Firms Building Enterprise Value from Firms Talking About it

Brian Blaha, Chief Strategy Officer at Winding River Consulting, introduces the five dimensions that separate firms ...

Jun 29, 2026
AI Didn't Solve Your Talent Problem. It Just Moved It.
Accounting

AI Didn't Solve Your Talent Problem. It Just Moved It.

When AI absorbed the compliance work, the development environment went with it.

Jun 23, 2026
Building Enterprise Value as an Independent Firm
Accounting

Building Enterprise Value as an Independent Firm

Brian Blaha joined Rob Brown on the Inside Public Accounting podcast to talk about building enterprise value as an ...

Jun 11, 2026
From growth strategies to bold industry predictions — this episode is packed with insights every accounting and professional services leader needs.   Join Kunal Mehra, Managing Partner & Co-Founder, SW India, as he sits down with Gary Shamis, CEO of Winding River Consulting, to unpack the future of CPA firms, the rise of digital transformation, the role of technology, and the leadership mindset required to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving profession.   Whether you're a CPA, firm leader, entrepreneur, or industry professional, this conversation offers sharp, actionable takeaways to fuel your growth journey.
Accounting

Making Waves: Pinion's Christina Ricke on Building a People-First Approach to AI Adoption

David Toth, Chief Growth Officer of Winding River Consulting, sat down with Christina Ricke, Principal and People ...

Feb 04, 2026
Seven Minutes a Day: Michael Liner's Blueprint for TikTok Success
Accounting

Seven Minutes a Day: Michael Liner's Blueprint for TikTok Success

Discover Michael Liner's seven-minute video strategy that turned social media into a $2M revenue stream for his law ...

Jan 28, 2026
From growth strategies to bold industry predictions — this episode is packed with insights every accounting and professional services leader needs.   Join Kunal Mehra, Managing Partner & Co-Founder, SW India, as he sits down with Gary Shamis, CEO of Winding River Consulting, to unpack the future of CPA firms, the rise of digital transformation, the role of technology, and the leadership mindset required to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving profession.   Whether you're a CPA, firm leader, entrepreneur, or industry professional, this conversation offers sharp, actionable takeaways to fuel your growth journey.
Accounting

Future CPA Playbook: Growth, Innovation & What’s Next

Explore future growth and innovation in CPA firms with Gary Shamis and Kunal Mehra, focusing on digital transformation ...

Dec 15, 2025
rethinking the accounting talent mix in age of AI
Accounting

Rethinking the Accounting Talent Mix in the Age of AI

How AI is transforming accounting talent needs, reshaping firm structures, and redefining skills for future success. ...

Oct 14, 2025
Strategic framework for AI Success
Accounting

Define, Design, Deploy: A Strategic Framework for AI Success in CPA Firms

Transform your CPA firm with strategic AI deployment using the Define, Design, Deploy framework for measurable success ...

Oct 14, 2025

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