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Winding River Consulting Expands Leadership Team with Rachel Anevski

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Winding River Consulting Expands Leadership Team with Rachel Anevski

WRC deepens people strategy as firms focus on growth and succession Cleveland, OH, January 26, 2026 — Winding River Consulting has added Dr. Rachel ...

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Evolving Accounting Firm Culture

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The Second Bite of the Apple: Why Your First Private Equity Deal Depends on Modeling the Second

The private equity wave reshaping the accounting profession shows no signs of slowing. Over the past five years, sponsors have acquired stakes in...

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.

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

In a recent episode of Making Waves, David Toth, Chief Growth Officer of Winding River Consulting, sat down with Christina Ricke, Principal and...

Evolving Accounting Firm Culture

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The Psychology of Transformation: Managing Change When Your Firm Faces a Strategic Crossroads

The framework for building an enterprise value model in an accounting firm is only the starting point to maintaining its strategic optionality. Even...

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

Michael Liner runs a 95-person disability law practice serving over 10,000 clients nationwide. Last year, leads from TikTok alone generated more than...

Rachel Anevski joins WRC

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Winding River Consulting Expands Leadership Team with Rachel Anevski

WRC deepens people strategy as firms focus on growth and succession Cleveland, OH, January 26, 2026 — Winding River Consulting has added Dr. Rachel...

Evolving Accounting Firm Culture

4 min read

5 Focus Areas for Accounting Firm Growth in 2026

The strategies that have driven growth for accounting firms over the past five years are losing relevance. That is not a comfortable reality, but it...

Evolving Accounting Firm Culture

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Evolving Accounting Firm Culture

In the fast-paced and competitive world of accounting, attracting and retaining talented professionals is essential for the growth and success of...

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.

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

From growth strategies to bold industry predictions — this episode is packed with insights every accounting and professional services leader needs....

2025 Winning Ways Recap Blog

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Winning Ways 2025 Recap: Controlling your Firms Destiny

This year’s Winning Ways conference brought together some of the most forward-thinking leaders in accounting for two days of honest conversations,...