In part one of a two-part conversation, Calvin Harris explains why the National Urban League was well positioned to receive an increase in donations at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, what the organization did with that revenue, and how he approaches retention and development of employees.
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Why CFOs should learn to let go
Gartner research underscores the need for CFOs to be decisive in shifting investments to high-value uses.
SBA details process to appeal partial PPP loan forgiveness decisions
A recent notice from the US SBA outlines a new process for PPP borrowers to appeal partial loan forgiveness decisions made by their lender.
The 3 components of burnout, and why they are heightened now
Author Britt Andreatta, Ph.D., explains why change is difficult and why now is the time for leaders to spend even more time focusing on employee well-being.
Audit quality stable amid pandemic, audit committee members say
Despite pandemic-related concerns about the ability of auditors to work effectively, 98% of audit committee members said in a new survey that audit quality either increased or stayed the same over the past year.
Grow yourself, others, and the business: Q&A with a Nike leader
Patience and tenacity are two of the traits Tanner Johnson, CPA, CGMA, values in his journey to becoming a finance executive at Nike. Hear or read more in this podcast episode with transcript.
Developing empathy and why it’s OK not to have all the answers
An EY executive explains how organizations can support their employees’ well-being and why leaders should focus on empathy.
Diversity continues to rise among CFOs and CEOs, survey shows
Data from an annual report by executive recruiting firm Crist | Kolder shows that women and racial and ethnic minorities have a greater percentage of leadership roles than in previous years.
The difference between managing change and change management
A CPA leader and Digital CPA presenter spells out key questions that should be asked in change initiatives in this podcast with transcript.
The CPA profession’s ‘really interesting inflection point’
A recent Digital CPA keynote speaker discusses the profession’s “really interesting inflection point” and shares lessons from innovation leaders from around the world.
Why a CFO needs to wear two hats
A finance leader at Yelp explains “the two hats of the CFO” and some of the ways finance can be more of a value partner for business.
How companies are responding to rising pressure on wages and benefits
Leaders are employing a range of strategies to keep workers; some save costs elsewhere to invest in employee training and benefits. One-fourth of companies are offering signing bonuses.
CPA leader takeaways: Listening, self-awareness, flipping the pyramid
Four CPAs reflect on lessons learned from a recent summit and point out areas of focus relevant to the finance function of the future.
Inflation and talent: 2 top headwinds facing business in 2022
Hear about a new top challenge facing businesses and one finance executive’s outlook for 2022 and beyond.
Finance experts’ outlook softens amid supply chain, labor challenges
The CPA Outlook Index dipped slightly but remained in positive territory.
ESG offers growth opportunities for 2022
Focus on environmental, social, and governance issues is rising amid investor and regulator interest.
Persevering through supply chain disturbances
Lumber prices skyrocketed as a result of the pandemic. One homebuilder’s CFO explains how the company navigated those tough and unpredictable waters.
SBA clarifies COVID-19 EIDL application deadlines
The US SBA provided updated guidance Friday on various COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan program application deadlines.
House passes Build Back Better Act with universal paid leave
The US House of Representatives passed a nearly $2 trillion spending bill Friday that includes a number of provisions of note for CPAs.
Rethinking real estate: The benefits of workforce segmentation
Balancing business goals with employee experience can provide the best path forward as hybrid working becomes commonplace.
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