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- 4 days ago43 min
BAP Ep. 3 - The Advisor Leap Part 1: The Difference Between Solving Problems and Holding Complexity with Heather Esposito
Clients may ask for answers—but in today's uncertain, fast-changing environment, they're often looking for something more: a calm, credible guide. As part of a five-part series, host Chris Mitchell interviews Heather Esposito - CPA, ICF-credentialed coach, and founder of Movora Strategies - on how accountants can shift from "problem-solver" to trusted advisor. Heather shares how to navigate complexity without a playbook, use questions that change how clients think, and build the self-awareness that makes those skills usable in real conversations. This is a must-listen for firm leaders and rising professionals. Earn CPE by listening to this podcast through a Becker Prime CPE subscription. Listen to this episode through your Becker LMS platform to complete practice questions, pass the final exam, and earn CPE credit. Already a Becker Prime CPE customer? Login here. [https://cpelearning.becker.com/] Have access to Becker CPE through your employer? Earn CPE credit for this podcast however you consume Becker CPE, either through your company's LMS or via the Becker platform. Not sure where to log in? Check with your CPE admin. Learn more about CPE Podcasts from Becker: https://www.becker.com/cpe/becker-podcasts
- 1 weeks ago1h 1m
Cool Careers in Accounting Ep. 34 - Turning Experience into Expertise: A Story of Learning and Reinvention with Heather Esposito
Heather Esposito's career path is anything but linear: from special education to earning six Mary Kay career cars (including the Pink Cadillac), rebuilding after Hurricane Katrina, and rising into leadership development at major companies—before returning to accounting, earning her CPA later in life, and launching two businesses. In this interview, she shares how curiosity, resilience, and lifelong learning shaped every pivot, plus what she believes is changing fast in the accounting profession. Listen for practical insights on reinvention, leadership, and skills-based growth. Earn CPE by listening to this podcast through a Becker Prime CPE subscription. Listen to this episode through your Becker LMS platform to complete practice questions, pass the final exam, and earn CPE credit. Already a Becker Prime CPE customer? Login here. [https://cpelearning.becker.com/] Have access to Becker CPE through your employer? Earn CPE credit for this podcast however you consume Becker CPE, either through your company's LMS or via the Becker platform. Not sure where to log in? Check with your CPE admin. Learn more about CPE Podcasts from Becker: https://www.becker.com/cpe/becker-podcasts
- 2 weeks ago39 min
Balancing the Future Ep. 35 - The Business of Care: Healthcare Accounting in a Changing Market with Melvin Alexander
Veteran CPA and former healthcare CFO Melvin Alexander joins host Chris Mitchell to unpack what makes healthcare finance uniquely challenging—and surprisingly mission-driven. They dive into how reimbursement really works, why consolidation keeps reshaping hospitals, and how labor, inflation, and technology pressures are squeezing margins. Melvin also explains what "complex accounting events" look like in healthcare and shares practical career advice for students and accountants considering the field. If you want a clear, real-world look at the financial engine behind patient care, this episode delivers. Earn CPE by listening to this podcast through a Becker Prime CPE subscription. Listen to this episode through your Becker LMS platform to complete practice questions, pass the final exam, and earn CPE credit. Already a Becker Prime CPE customer? Login here. [https://cpelearning.becker.com/] Have access to Becker CPE through your employer? Earn CPE credit for this podcast however you consume Becker CPE, either through your company's LMS or via the Becker platform. Not sure where to log in? Check with your CPE admin. Learn more about CPE Podcasts from Becker: https://www.becker.com/cpe/becker-podcasts
- 3 weeks ago1h 7m
Tax News Now Ep. 18 - From the Casino Floor to the Locker Room: What CPAs Must Understand About Gambling Losses and NIL Taxation with Brandon Lagarde
In this episode of Tax News Now, Mark Gallegos and his guest, Brandon Lagarde of Eisner Advisory Group LLC, explore the rapidly evolving tax landscape surrounding two major money-in-sports trends: the explosion of legalized sports gambling and the rise of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) income for college athletes. The discussion covers key compliance issues practitioners need to understand, including the new gambling loss limitation rules, reporting of winnings, recordkeeping challenges, and the tax complexities of cryptocurrency used for wagering. The episode also highlights the unique tax challenges facing college athletes and encourages CPAs to take a proactive advisory role as both areas continue to grow. Earn CPE by listening to this podcast through a Becker Prime CPE subscription. Listen to this episode through your Becker LMS platform to complete practice questions, pass the final exam, and earn CPE credit. Already a Becker Prime CPE customer? Login here. [https://cpelearning.becker.com/] Have access to Becker CPE through your employer? Earn CPE credit for this podcast however you consume Becker CPE, either through your company's LMS or via the Becker platform. Not sure where to log in? Check with your CPE admin. Learn more about CPE Podcasts from Becker: https://www.becker.com/cpe/becker-podcasts
- May 5, 202639 min
Balancing the Future Ep. 34 - Accounting in the AI Era: What CPAs Need to Know with Dr. Sean Stein Smith
AI isn't just a tech upgrade—it's rewriting budgets, internal controls, and even how long leadership has to make decisions. In this episode, Dr. Sean Stein Smith breaks down what's changed fast, why traditional GAAP reporting struggles with AI's intangible commitments, and how investors and executives alike can cut through hype by focusing on cash flow and footnotes. Join us for a practical, finance-first roadmap for navigating what's coming next—and where the real ROI will (and won't) show up. Earn CPE by listening to this podcast through a Becker Prime CPE subscription. Listen to this episode through your Becker LMS platform to complete practice questions, pass the final exam, and earn CPE credit. Already a Becker Prime CPE customer? Login here. [https://cpelearning.becker.com/] Have access to Becker CPE through your employer? Earn CPE credit for this podcast however you consume Becker CPE, either through your company's LMS or via the Becker platform. Not sure where to log in? Check with your CPE admin. Learn more about CPE Podcasts from Becker: https://www.becker.com/cpe/becker-podcasts
- Apr 28, 202658 min
Cool Careers in Accounting Ep. 33 - Bananas and Balance Sheets: The Business of Making Baseball Fun with Dr. Tim Naddy
What does a Big 4-trained CPA have in common with stilt-walkers and viral baseball? Dr. Tim Naddy breaks down how he went from public accounting to academia, entrepreneurship, and ultimately CFO of the Savannah Bananas—where games are full-blown shows and every decision is filtered through a "does this make it better for the fan?" mindset. He also discusses trusted-advisor skills, why creatives need financial armor, and how to avoid burnout while building a career with purpose. If you think accounting is boring, this episode will change your mind. Earn CPE by listening to this podcast through a Becker Prime CPE subscription. Listen to this episode through your Becker LMS platform to complete practice questions, pass the final exam, and earn CPE credit. Already a Becker Prime CPE customer? Login here. [https://cpelearning.becker.com/] Have access to Becker CPE through your employer? Earn CPE credit for this podcast however you consume Becker CPE, either through your company's LMS or via the Becker platform. Not sure where to log in? Check with your CPE admin. Learn more about CPE Podcasts from Becker: https://www.becker.com/cpe/becker-podcasts
- Apr 21, 202650 min
Cool Careers in Accounting Ep. 32 - Turning Experience into Freedom: Becoming a Fractional CFO with Britt Clark
Thinking about leaving a traditional finance or accounting role? Britt Clark joins host Mike Potenza to explain how he went from earning his CPA a decade into his career to becoming a corporate controller to leading FP&A at Aflac—then making the leap into fractional CFO work. He breaks down how he landed his first clients, why relationships beat cold marketing, and how to set boundaries so the work doesn't become a 60-hour grind again. Britt also shares practical ways he uses AI to speed up analysis and communication while keeping human judgment in the driver's seat. Earn CPE by listening to this podcast through a Becker Prime CPE subscription. Listen to this episode through your Becker LMS platform to complete practice questions, pass the final exam, and earn CPE credit. Already a Becker Prime CPE customer? Login here. [https://cpelearning.becker.com/] Have access to Becker CPE through your employer? Earn CPE credit for this podcast however you consume Becker CPE, either through your company's LMS or via the Becker platform. Not sure where to log in? Check with your CPE admin. Learn more about CPE Podcasts from Becker: https://www.becker.com/cpe/becker-podcasts
- Apr 14, 20261h 1m
Tax News Now Ep. 17 - Behind the Curtain: How the IRS Really Works and What It Means for Your Practice with Terry Lemons
In this episode of Tax News Now, Mark Gallegos and his guest, Terry Lemons, Public Relations Director at Frost Law and former Communications and Liaison Chief at the Internal Revenue Service, takes listeners inside the IRS, exploring how the agency is structured, how it operates, and what really happens when major tax legislation gets passed and implemented. Topics covered include the IRS's internal decision-making process, the ongoing challenges of staffing reductions and processing backlogs, and the critical role that tax professionals play in keeping the tax system functioning. Earn CPE by listening to this podcast through a Becker Prime CPE subscription. Listen to this episode through your Becker LMS platform to complete practice questions, pass the final exam, and earn CPE credit. Already a Becker Prime CPE customer? Login here. [https://cpelearning.becker.com/] Have access to Becker CPE through your employer? Earn CPE credit for this podcast however you consume Becker CPE, either through your company's LMS or via the Becker platform. Not sure where to log in? Check with your CPE admin. Learn more about CPE Podcasts from Becker: https://www.becker.com/cpe/becker-podcasts
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