TLDR:
- Over 20 accounting thought leaders gathered in Dallas to discuss key trends and challenges in the accounting profession.
- The symposium, hosted by CPA Practice Advisor, covered topics such as technology, private equity impact, staffing, AI, and security concerns.
More than 20 accounting thought leaders came together in Dallas for a three-day symposium hosted by CPA Practice Advisor. The event, now in its 15th year, covered a range of topics including the impact of technology on resource management, the influence of private equity on the profession, staffing issues, learning and development, the future of AI, and security concerns.
The event was sponsored by Avalara, Sage, Wolters Kluwer, and Zoho, and featured interactive group and breakout sessions. The symposium provided a platform for industry experts, including Ed Kless of Sage, to lead discussions on pressing issues facing the accounting profession and shape the future of accounting firms.
The symposium also included special guests and sponsors such as Eric McMillen, Sona Ackmakjian, Shahbaz Kahn, Nathan Rodgerson, Val Steed, Barry Strobel, Gail Perry, Isaac M. O’Bannon, and more. The event highlighted the importance of adapting to emerging trends and challenges in the industry to ensure continued success for accounting professionals and firms.