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Coaching, Mentoring, and Developing: Why Firms Must Stop Confusing Conversations With Capability

Rachel Anevski, DBA, PHR, SHRM-CP: Apr 29, 2026

Professional services firms love the language of coaching and mentoring. The terms populate strategy decks, culture statements, and retention plans....

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Accounting Firms in 2025: Growth, Innovation, and the Leadership Challenge

Winding River Consulting: Apr 30, 2025

The rules of success in accounting are being rewritten. While organic growth challenges and private equity consolidation create competitive...

PE Disruption in Accounting: What Leaders Need to Know

Gary Shamis: Feb 14, 2025

Private equity is transforming the accounting industry, reshaping mergers and acquisitions, and presenting both challenges and opportunities for...

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How Gary Shamis Built a $100M CPA Firm: Lessons in Growth, Strategy, and Sustainability

Gary Shamis: Jan 23, 2025

Gary Shamis' journey from a small $225K CPA firm to a powerhouse worth $100M is nothing short of remarkable. His story offers invaluable lessons for...

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Josh Beck on Pairing Innovation with a People-First Strategic Growth

David Toth: Dec 13, 2024

In a recent episode of Making Waves, David Toth, Chief Growth Officer of Winding River Consulting, sat down with Josh Beck, Managing Partner at...

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Balancing Culture and Growth in Accounting Firms

David Toth: Nov 13, 2024

Accounting firms today face a pivotal decision: pursue aggressive growth or preserve the unique culture that has fueled their success. As firms...

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The Myth of Differentiation — How CPA Firms Can Stand Out in a Crowded Market

David Toth: Oct 01, 2024

"What is your firm's special sauce?" Welcome to another edition of Growth with Toth, where we explore strategies for leadership, growth, and success...

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Sassetti’s Jessica Freiburg On Strategic Growth as an Independent, Women-Owned Firm

David Toth: Aug 16, 2024

In a recent episode of Making Waves, David Toth, Chief Growth Officer of Winding River Consulting, sat down with Jessica Freiburg, Managing Partner...

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BDO Alliance Executive Director Michael Horwitz on Helping Accountants Expand Their Networks

David Toth: Jul 25, 2024

In a recent conversation, David Toth, Chief Growth Officer of Winding River Consulting, sat down with Michael Horwitz, Executive Director of BDO...