The Big 4 Transparency Podcast

<p>In Episode 92 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, host Dominic Piscopo covers the Private Equity Summit 2025 hosted by Accounting Today. He shares a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most important conversations regarding Private Equity in accounting that happened at the conference, and shares the highlights of his keynote and panel presentations. </p><p>Get in touch with me:</p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.big4transparency.com/">https://www.big4transparency.com/</a></p><p>Newsletter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://big4transparency.beehiiv.com/">https://big4transparency.beehiiv.com/</a></p><p>Email: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p>Twitter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://twitter.com/B4Transparency">https://twitter.com/B4Transparency</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dopiscopo/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dopiscopo/</a></p><p>Book A Demo: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://calendly.com/dom-zgw/big-4-transparency-demo-referral">https://calendly.com/dom-zgw/big-4-transparency-demo-referral</a></p>

<p>In Episode 91 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, Craig Fouts, a partner at Align Tax Consulting, shares insights into the world of specialty tax consulting, focusing on R&amp;D tax credits and cost segregation. Craig discusses his journey into this niche field, the strategic decisions behind Align's service offerings, and the importance of building relationships with CPA firms. He also highlights the evolving landscape of tax legislation and the significance of specialization in the accounting industry.</p><p><strong>Connect with Craig:</strong></p><p>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigfouts/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigfouts/</a></p><p><strong>Get in touch with me:</strong></p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.big4transparency.com/">https://www.big4transparency.com/</a></p><p>Newsletter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://big4transparency.beehiiv.com/">https://big4transparency.beehiiv.com/</a></p><p>Email: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p>Twitter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://twitter.com/B4Transparency">https://twitter.com/B4Transparency</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dopiscopo/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dopiscopo/</a></p><p>Book A Demo: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://calendly.com/dom-zgw/big-4-transparency-demo-referral">https://calendly.com/dom-zgw/big-4-transparency-demo-referral</a></p>

<p>In Episode 90 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, Dominic Piscopo sits down with former colleague Stewart Spiers to discuss his journey from Deloitte to a smaller firm, TAAG. Stewart shares insights into his passion for working with small and medium-sized businesses, the challenges of the big 4 environment, and his decision to seek a more entrepreneurial path. Tune in to hear about the agility and opportunities in smaller practices and Stewart's vision for the future.</p><p><strong>Connect with Stewart:</strong></p><p>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewartspiers/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewartspiers/</a></p><p><strong>Get in touch with me:</strong></p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.big4transparency.com/">https://www.big4transparency.com/</a></p><p>Newsletter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://big4transparency.beehiiv.com/">https://big4transparency.beehiiv.com/</a></p><p>Email: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p>Twitter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://twitter.com/B4Transparency">https://twitter.com/B4Transparency</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dopiscopo/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dopiscopo/</a></p><p>Book A Demo: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://calendly.com/dom-zgw/big-4-transparency-demo-referral">https://calendly.com/dom-zgw/big-4-transparency-demo-referral</a></p>

<p>In Episode 89 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, host Dominic Piscopo speaks with Chris Williams, CEO of System Six, discussing the growth of his CAS business, the recent acquisition of a tax practice, and the strategies involved in integrating new teams. Chris shares insights on financing acquisitions through SBA loans, the importance of trust in business transactions, and the unique challenges faced by non-accountants in the accounting industry. Chris also highlights the opportunities for accountants to engage in acquisitions and the differences in transaction structures across various industries.</p><p>Check out System Six: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://systemsix.com/">https://systemsix.com/</a></p><p>Connect with Chris:</p><p>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-williams-68057029/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-williams-68057029/</a></p><p>Get in touch with me:</p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.big4transparency.com/">https://www.big4transparency.com/</a></p><p>Newsletter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://big4transparency.beehiiv.com/">https://big4transparency.beehiiv.com/</a></p><p>Email: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p>Twitter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://twitter.com/B4Transparency">https://twitter.com/B4Transparency</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dopiscopo/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dopiscopo/</a></p><p>Book A Demo: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://calendly.com/dom-zgw/big-4-transparency-demo-referral">https://calendly.com/dom-zgw/big-4-transparency-demo-referral</a></p>

<p>In Episode 88 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, host Dominic Piscopo speaks with Jody Padar, known as the Radical CPA, who shares her journey from being a firm owner to a tech innovator in the accounting space. She discusses the importance of technology, particularly AI, in transforming the accounting profession and emphasizes the need for empathy and advisory skills in client relationships. Jody also compares the adoption of cloud technology to the current wave of AI integration, highlighting the importance of human-centric approaches in technology. She believes that the future of accounting will require professionals to adapt and upskill, leveraging AI to enhance their capabilities and client interactions.</p><p>Check out XcelLabs: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.xcellabsacademy.com/">https://www.xcellabsacademy.com/</a></p><p>Connect with Jody:</p><p>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jody-padar-18a9711/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jody-padar-18a9711/</a></p><p>Get in touch with me:</p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.big4transparency.com/">https://www.big4transparency.com/</a></p><p>Newsletter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://big4transparency.beehiiv.com/">https://big4transparency.beehiiv.com/</a></p><p>Email: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p>Twitter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://twitter.com/B4Transparency">https://twitter.com/B4Transparency</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dopiscopo/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dopiscopo/</a></p><p>Book A Demo: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://calendly.com/dom-zgw/big-4-transparency-demo-referral">https://calendly.com/dom-zgw/big-4-transparency-demo-referral</a></p>