Accounting MOVE Project

DEI isn’t a “nice to have,” it’s a business growth strategy. In my latest piece for Accounting Today, I break down why dialing back DEI efforts could cost accounting firms more than they think – from talent loss to missed innovation and declining client trust. Whether you’re leading a firm or just starting out, this is a conversation we need to keep front and center. Call it what you want, it is still important. #InclusiveWorkplaces #AccountingLeadership #FutureOfAccounting #WomenInAccounting #WorkplaceEquity #CPAFirms #AccountingProfession #LeadershipMatters #BusinessCaseForDEI #StrategicGrowth #TalentRetention #FirmCulture #InnovationInAccounting #LinkedInVoices #DiversityInBusiness #PeopleStrategy #AccountingInsights https://lnkd.in/e6fsgPNg

Hiring is hard, but keeping great people is even harder. I recently wrote an article for Accountests where I explore how firms can shift their mindset and use retention as a powerful recruiting advantage. #accounting #TalentStrategy #retentionstrategies #recruiting #LeadershipDevelopment https://lnkd.in/eSvmJAj4

I had such a great time talking to Jessica E. McClain, CPA/CITP, CISA, PMP, CGFM on our recent episode of MOVE Like This! about the importance of "belonging" in the workplace. As the CFO of Girl Scouts, she has insights on what individuals can to do embody authenticity and what accounting firm leaders can do to create a culture where everyone feels safe and can perform their best work. Enjoy and share! #AccountingMOVEProject #Accounting #AccountingDEI #DEI #WorkCulture #GirlScouts https://lnkd.in/e5FTr--E

I had such a great time talking to Safiya Reid from Pure Insurance on this episode of MOVE Like This. We talk about how she got into the DEI space, why focusing on naysayers is not the best use of our time, and reiterate how this work is all about adding opportunities – not subtracting them.?It is an interesting conversation that I hope you enjoy! #Accounting #AccountingDEI #DEI #WomenLeaders #AccountingMOVEProject https://lnkd.in/eKQSkPWS

The "M" in MOVE stands for money, which in this case means pay transparency. Here's an article from CNN about how state laws are impacting both individuals and companies. What do you think? #PayEquity #PayTransparency #WomenLeaders https://lnkd.in/e_QSeM-h

Tomorrow, I will be co-hosting a webinar with Julie Manteria for #AAM entitled Utilizing a #DEI Lens to Communicate your Brand's Image. It is free to attend (but you do have to create a profile), so make plans to attend and feel free to share with your friends and colleagues. https://lnkd.in/eSEyVeUX

I wrote an article on the state of #DEI for Accounting Today. focusing on those leading the charge and how challenging it can be. I'd love to hear your thoughts. #deinfluencing #diversity #deidirector #accounting https://lnkd.in/eYv26F53

Have you signed up yet? I'm going to be delivering the results of the Accounting MOVE Project research this year via CPAacademy.org on Tuesday, November 12 at 10:00 AM EST. It is free to attend, and we will be covering how PE is changing career paths, the state of DEI in accounting, and our 2025 research on Money, Opportunity, Vital Supports and Entrepreneurship for women in #accounting firms. I'd love to see you there and for you to share this with your friends and colleagues too! #PrivateEquity #WomenLeaders #WomeninAccounting #AccountingTalentShortage https://lnkd.in/exv3nSS8

I'm going to be delivering the results of the Accounting MOVE Project research this year via CPAacademy.org on Tuesday, November 12 at 10:00 AM EST. It is free to attend, and we will be covering how PE is changing career paths, the state of DEI in accounting, and our 2025 research on Money, Opportunity, Vital Supports and Entrepreneurship for women in #accounting firms. I'd love to see you there and for you to share this with your friends and colleagues too! #PrivateEquity #WomenLeaders #WomeninAccounting #AccountingTalentShortage https://lnkd.in/ej4hzqxN

A few weeks ago, I had a fantastic conversation with Sandra Wiley of Boomer Consulting, Inc. on the MOVE Like This podcast. We talk about how DEI is a "human issue" even though many try to politicize it, particularly during these few weeks prior to a presidential election. We share personal stories and how each of us learned that listening to others is vital to improving the human condition for all of us.?Listen and share! https://lnkd.in/eyf-nkHF