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June 2, 2026

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NextGen Week: Where the Profession is Headed: Trends Shaping Tomorrow Roundtable

June 2, 2026
Live Webcast

NextGen Week: Where the Profession is Headed: Trends Shaping Tomorrow Roundtable

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    Instructor

    Calvin
    Harris

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    Calvin Harris Jr.

    Bio
    Calvin Harris, Jr., CPA, is the CEO of The New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYCPA). He also serves as Executive Director of the Foundation for Accounting Education, Inc., and the Moynihan Scholarship Fund, Inc. He is Treasurer of the Society’s CPA PAC, Inc. A graduate of Morehouse College in Atlanta, Ga., Harris began his career as an auditor at Arthur Andersen LLP, later serving as the 24th Chairman of the Board and National President of the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA). Before coming to the NYSSCPA, Harris was Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the historic National Urban League (NUL), based in New York City. Harris has over 30 years of executive-level experience in working with complex organizations.
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    Sean
    Stein Smith

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    Dr. Sean Stein Smith

    Bio

    Dr. Sean Stein Smith is an Associate Professor of Accounting at the City University of New York – Lehman College, where he developed the college’s blockchain and cryptoasset curriculum. He chairs the Accounting Working Group of the Wall Street Blockchain Alliance and advises Crescent City Capital, a cryptoasset investment fund. Sean’s award-winning research and thought leadership on blockchain, digital assets, and artificial intelligence have been recognized by the AICPA, AAA, NJCPA, NYSSCPA, IMA, and CPA Practice Advisor, and he was named a 2026 NJBIZ Leader in Finance. He is a former member of the NJCPA Board of Trustees, a Past President of the NYSSCPA Manhattan-Bronx Chapter, and past chairperson of the NJCPA’s Emerging Technologies Interest Group (#NJCPATech). Sean also serves on the Board of Governors of Fairleigh Dickinson University and has served as a Visiting Research Fellow at the American Institute for Economic Research.

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    Aisha
    Jordan

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    Ms. Aisha Jordan, CPA

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    Aisha Jordan, CPA, is a finance, operations, and AI transformation executive and advisor with more than 25 years of experience across global financial institutions, operating businesses, and investor-backed environments. Her career includes leading complex financial reporting initiatives, building finance and operating infrastructure as a CFO, and strengthening governance within regulated enterprises.

    As Principal of The Jordan Factor, she focuses on translating AI strategy into operating reality through practical adoption, clear accountability, and sound governance. She serves on NYCPA's Emerging Technologies Committee and is President-Elect of the Manhattan/Bronx Chapter.

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    Akshay
    Shrimanker

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    Mr. Akshay Shrimanker

    Bio
    Akshay Shrimanker is the founder and CEO of Shay CPA P.C. He started helpingentrepreneurs in New York City’s fledgling tech startup scene in 2009 with their taxesand bookkeeping. At first, it was something he did part-time whilst working full-time at WNET – Channel 13 (NYC’s PBS station). Soon his passion for working withentrepreneurs led him to create Shay CPA P.C in January of 2014 and devote 100% ofhis time to working with entrepreneurs and startups.Apart from Shay CPA P.C, Akshay is also the Past-President of the New York StateSociety of Certified Public Accountants – Queens/Brooklyn Chapter, and previouslyChaired the NYSSCPA Emerging Technology and Entrepreneurship Committee (ETEC). He is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in New York State and has a Bachelor ofBusiness Administration Degree in Accounting from CUNY-Baruch College.

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    Jeffrey
    Sampson

### NextGen Week: Where the Profession is Headed: Trends Shaping Tomorrow The accounting profession is evolving rapidly—and the future is being shaped right now. Join NYCPA leadership and industry experts for a dynamic roundtable discussion exploring the biggest trends impacting the profession. This interactive session will provide real-world insights into how technology, talent, and business models are transforming accounting—and what it means for your career. Whether you're just starting out or looking to stay ahead, this conversation will help you better understand where the profession is going and how to prepare for what’s next.

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New York State Society of CPAs

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