Instructor
Michael Durant
Instructor
The CPA profession is navigating a period of unprecedented change. Advances in artificial intelligence, data analytics, and automation are transforming how accountants deliver value, while evolving regulatory expectations, talent shortages, shifting workforce demographics, and growing stakeholder demands continue to reshape the profession. At the same time, CPAs remain entrusted with critical public responsibility: maintaining integrity, transparency, and confidence in financial reporting and business decision making.
Moderated by Michael Durant, this FAE Briefing Room brings together leaders from public accounting, industry, academia, and professional organizations to discuss the forces shaping the future of the CPA profession. Panelists will explore how firms and finance organizations are adapting to technological innovation, developing the next generation of leaders, addressing talent challenges, and preserving the public trust that serves as the foundation of the profession.
The discussion will also examine the expanding leadership role of CPAs beyond technical accounting expertise. Whether serving as firm leaders, business executives, board members, audit committee advisors, or policy influencers, CPAs are increasingly expected to provide strategic insight, guide organizational decision making, and help organizations navigate complexity and change.
Attendees will gain valuable perspectives on the profession's future direction, the leadership skills needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving environment, and the opportunities CPAs have to influence business, governance, and society.
Upon completion of this Briefing Room, participants will be able to:
CPA practitioners, partners, firm leaders, consultants, and advisors seeking to enhance their ability to help clients achieve their financial, operational, and strategic goals through trusted advisory relationships.