Rise and Stride
With each day, it feels like the business landscape is shifting. From regulatory changes to staffing concerns and everything in between, it’s challenging to stay in step—much less ahead—of what’s happening. In Rise and Stride, California Society of CPAs CEO Denise LeDuc Froemming will dive into leading topics by bringing together diverse voices that will empower you to take your next step.
Episodes
32 episodes
Ep. 32: Paving the Road Less Traveled
The accounting profession is evolving at breakneck speed, and today’s CPAs need more than just technical know-how—they need innovation and creativity to stay ahead. Kendale King...
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43:33
Ep. 31: Out of the Comfort Zone
We've all heard the saying, "If it ain’t broke, why fix it?" But in today's rapidly evolving business world, that mindset could hold you back. In this episode, speaker, author, consultant and CPA Gene Marks<...
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Episode 31
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41:00
Ep. 30: Take the Call
Career paths are full of twists and turns, and your next big opportunity might be closer than you think—perhaps waiting in a phone call, a lunch invite or at a networking event. In this episode,
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51:02
Ep. 29: Who’s on Your Team?
We’ve all likely heard the cliché, “there’s no I in team.” And sure, it’s cheesy, yet as leadership and transformation coach Emily Liang explains i...
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Episode 29
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37:13
Ep. 28: The Platinum Rule
Most everyone has heard of the Golden Rule—to treat others as you would like to be treated—and many think it’s a good management philosophy. Consultant Jeremy Wortman of
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29:33
Ep. 27: A Sweet Connection
Combining her business skills and interest with a passion for helping people succeed, Jessica McClain, CFO of the Girl Scouts N...
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Episode 27
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29:03
Ep. 26: Do You Believe in Magic?
What happens when you combine knowledge, passion—and a mindset that magic can be found everywhere? For Danetha Doe, founder of financial education company
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35:56
Ep. 25: Money Talks
Money makes the world go ’round, the saying goes. And for the younger generation that’s just learning about income, debt, credit scores, insurance and the like, it could make for a dizzying experience. Enter
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Episode 25
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36:15
Ep. 24: A Case for Curiosity
The future. Uncertainty. Change. The words cause many people to shiver, yet what would happen if we shift our mindset a bit, look deeper into opportunities and see these words as a gateway to growth? Best-selling author, entrepreneur and consul...
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40:35
Ep. 23: Changing the Status Quo
Networking, investing and advocating for each other are just some of the avenues Julie Castro Abrams, managing partner at How Women Invest and CEO of ...
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35:06
Ep. 22: Beyond the Numbers
Whether you're a seasoned CPA or a budding accountant aiming to make a mark in the profession, we go beyond the numbers with Katie Thomas, CPA and owner of
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Episode 22
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27:29
Ep. 21: Mindset Matters
We all know the importance and value of skills and knowledge when it comes to success, but even more important is mindset. In this episode, leadership trainer and coach George Griffin explains how ...
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Episode 21
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30:14
Ep. 20: Fighting Fraud
The challenge with looking for fraudsters, says CPA, author, professor and filmmaker Kelly Richmond Pope, is that anyone can be one. You can even see what type of fraudster you’d be by taking
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39:58
Ep. 19: Unscripted Agility
On the surface, there doesn’t seem to be much of a connection between improvisation and the business world. Yet aspects of improv like collaboration, being unscripted and learning to be tolerant, even comfortable, around ambiguity can easily be...
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41:54
Ep. 18: Thriving as a Profession
In this wide-ranging interview, CalCPA member Okorie Ramsey, vice president of Sarbanes/Oxley for Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc. and Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, discusses his role as chair of the AICPA and the Association of International...
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40:54
Ep. 17: Cultivating Focus and Productivity
With all the beeps, pings and other notifications—not to mention meetings—battling for our attention, it’s challenging to stay focused and productive. But with the use of the right tools, knowing the difference between interruptions and disrupt...
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33:45
Ep. 16: The Value You Add
As technology advancements like ChatGPT and business imperatives like ESG gain footing, there are lots of opportunities for the CPA profession to step in and add value to their clients or companies in terms of strategy and story. Listen as Todd...
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Episode 15
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32:48
Ep. 15: Innovation Insights
Innovation may sound daunting to most people, but Simone Ahuja, CEO of Blood Orange, an innovation and strategy consulting group, explains how innovation is not always about bright, shiny objects. It’s about adding value in new ways and is conn...
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Episode 15
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Ep. 14: The High Calling of a CPA
Beyond the debits, credits and tasks CPAs perform, there’s a calling to protect the public—a purpose and a meaning that people can rally around and aspire to make an impact. Listen as Christina Ho, CPA and board member of the Public Company Acc...
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35:04
Ep. 13: Community of One
With the face of the workplace changing—literally and figuratively—how can leaders and organizations ensure everyone is engaged and pulling in the same direction? Listen as Sarah Sladek, CEO and chief strategist of XYZ University, offers insigh...
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Episode 13
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Ep. 12: Finding Financial Freedom
Having a firm grasp on your finances and knowing where your money is coming from—and where it’s going—can be challenging and sometimes scary. In this episode of Rise and Stride, Larry Pon, CPA and chair of the CalCPA Financial Literacy Committe...
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27:12
Ep. 11: Mindset of Learning
There are a lot of characteristics that go into being a good leader that go beyond knowledge and expertise, including things like empathy, taking the questions and giving before you get. Listen as Michelle Russo, chief communications officer fo...
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Episode 11
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Ep. 10: Dialing in on Digital Assets
From blockchain to cryptocurrency, the digital economy is here to stay. Listen as Gabriella Kusz, CEO of the Global Digital Asset and Cryptocurrency Association, discusses what this means for the financial ...
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32:03
Ep. 9: Embracing the Change
From data science to blockchain to robotic process automation, the accounting profession is taking on a different look. In this episode, Mike Wetklow, Deputy CFO and Division Director for Financial Management at the National Science Foundation,...
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Episode 9
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Ep. 8: Keeping the Supply Chain Connected
From manufacturers needing parts to individuals looking to stock their pantries, everyone has experienced supply chain issues. So what’s changing to make sure disruptions are kept at a minimum and where do CPAs fit into the strategy? Listen as ...
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Episode 8
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36:15