235 $70M Managing Partner is Authentic AF and Queen B of the AICPA (feat. Carla McCall, CPA)
NOV 20, 202454 MIN
235 $70M Managing Partner is Authentic AF and Queen B of the AICPA (feat. Carla McCall, CPA)
NOV 20, 202454 MIN
Description
<p>Episode 235</p>
<p>FACULTY: Carla McCall, CPA aka Queen B</p>
<p>CLASS: #Shoperations</p>
<p>In this episode, Scotty interviews Carla McCall, CPA, managing partner of AAFCPAs and chair of the AICPA. Carla shares her innovative approach to the accounting profession, emphasizing a people-first culture that flips the traditional script of client and firm importance. She discusses the importance of technology integration, lessons learned from her career journey, and strategies implemented to create a supportive and inclusive workplace. Carla also touches on her work with the AICPA, the future of the accounting profession, and the challenges and rewards of leading through change.</p>
<p>π£ Shout Outs to Byron Patrick, CPA.CITP, Herb Alexander, CannCount, Ron Baker, AICPA, AAFCPAs</p>
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<p>Chapters:</p>
<p>00:00 Teaser</p>
<p>05:17 Early Career and Influences</p>
<p>07:37 Joining AAFCPAs and Career Growth</p>
<p>13:53 Leadership and Firm Culture</p>
<p>29:31 Recognizing Opportunities in Bookkeeping</p>
<p>29:49 Scaling the Business with Strategic Leadership</p>
<p>30:33 Diverse Practices and Technological Integration</p>
<p>32:11 Advisory Services and Strategic Shifts</p>
<p>38:14 Remote Work and Office Dynamics</p>
<p>42:21 Leadership and Authenticity</p>
<p>48:46 Future of the Profession and Technological Advancements</p>
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<p>π Connect With Us On LinkedIn! π</p>
<p>Carla McCall, CPA</p>
<p>π<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlamccallaaf/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlamccallaaf/</a></p>
<p>AAFCPAs</p>
<p>π<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/aafcpa/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://www.linkedin.com/company/aafcpa/</a></p>
<p>π<a href="https://www.aafcpa.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://www.aafcpa.com/</a></p>
<p>CannCount</p>
<p>π<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/canncount/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://www.linkedin.com/company/canncount/</a></p>
<p>π<a href="https://www.aafcpa.com/industries/cannabis-businesses/canncount/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://www.aafcpa.com/industries/cannabis-businesses/canncount/</a></p>
<p>Scotty OKR Scarano</p>
<p>π<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottscarano/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottscarano/</a></p>
<p>Accounting High</p>
<p>π<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/accounting-high/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://www.linkedin.com/company/accounting-high/</a></p>
<p>π<a href="https://www.accountinghigh.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://www.accountinghigh.com/</a></p>
<p>Tags: Shoperations, Accounting High, Accounting, Podcast, Shop Class, Firm Operations, Systems And Processes, Women In Accounting, Leadership, People First, Inclusion, Technology, ChangeMakers, AICPA, Innovation</p>
