from state societies to the aicpa, the hosts shed light on the collaborative ecosystem guiding cpas.
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accounting arc
with liz mason, byron patrick, and donny shimamoto.
center for accounting transformation
the accounting profession operates within a complex framework of governance, where state and national organizations play critical roles in shaping standards, supporting professionals, and maintaining public trust. in a recent episode of accounting arc, donny shimamoto, cpa.citp, cgma; byron patrick, cpa.citp, cgma; and liz mason, cpa, dive deep into the often misunderstood relationships between state societies, boards of accountancy, and national entities like the aicpa and nasba. their discussion offers a candid look at how these organizations work together to regulate, educate, and advocate for cpas, while highlighting the importance of participation at every level.

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“many see state societies as just cpe organizers, but they’re also advocacy powerhouses,” explains patrick, ceo of verifyiq and co-founder of tb academy, who details maryland’s proactive society. state societies also facilitate specialized communities and foster advocacy efforts on behalf of cpas.
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