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Emily Hensler

Association for Accounting Marketing Announces the Category Winners of the 2025 Marketing Achievement Awards

By Emily Hensler / May 14, 2025

May 14, 2025 (Lexington, KY) – On May 13, during the Association for Accounting Marketing’s (AAM) annual Summit held in Phoenix, Arizona, sixteen prestigious awards were distributed to exceptional accounting marketers and growth professionals. The awards ceremony was a highlight of the Summit, showcasing excellence across various domains such as…

January 2025: Key Trends for Accounting Growth in 2025

By Emily Hensler / January 29, 2025

Discover the Top 3 Trends Shaping Accounting Business Development in 2025: In this video, we dive into the game-changing trends redefining the accounting profession, from private equity’s (PE) transformative influence and its demand for scalable growth, to the revolutionary role of artificial intelligence (AI) in lead generation and the newfound…

AAM Introduces New ‘Business Developer of the Year’ Award

By Emily Hensler / January 9, 2025

Recognize Excellence in Business Development with AAM! Shine a Spotlight on Outstanding Achievements in the Accounting Nominations Now Open for AAM’s New Business Developer of the Year Award January 9, 2025 | Lexington, KY – The Association for Accounting Marketing (AAM) is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Business Developer…

Nominate the 2025 Marketer of the Year

By Emily Hensler / January 9, 2025

Honor Excellence in Accounting Marketing with AAM! Nominations Now Open for AAM’s Marketer of the Year Award January 9, 2025 | Lexington, KY – The Association for Accounting Marketing (AAM) is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Marketer of the Year award until February 4.   The 2025 Marketer of the…

Fall/Winter 2024 Growth Strategies

By Emily Hensler / December 18, 2024

Pre- and Post-Event Strategies for Relationship Nurturing Explore ways to use strategic planning, personalized communication and meaningful follow-ups to turn professional events into powerful networking and business opportunities.   Growth Architects: Building Your Firm’s Business Development Foundation Discover how to evaluate and structure business development efforts to drive sustainable growth,…

November 2024: Speaking in Leadership’s Language: Communicating Marketing Success with Metrics

By Emily Hensler / November 21, 2024

Seasoned Marketer: With the rise of AI-driven search platforms, Google’s shift away from third-party cookies, and a flood of new digital tools, traditional marketing metrics are in flux. I recently sat down with Yeo & Yeo’s Digital Marketing Coordinator, James Kuch, to explore some of these trends and gain insight…

August 2024: PR for Accounting Growth

By Emily Hensler / August 22, 2024

Beginner’s Guide: In a competitive market, a well-executed PR strategy can set your accounting firm apart, showcasing your expertise, achievements and commitment to excellence. If you’re looking to dip your toes into the PR pool, this article highlights three steps to help you get started. Seasoned Marketer: Public relations can…

Summer 2024 Growth Strategies

By Emily Hensler / August 21, 2024

Working Together: What Business Development Looks for from Their Marketing Peer to Drive Success Explore the critical collaboration between business development and marketing to align strategies, enhance brand visibility, generate quality leads and optimize overall business growth. United Values: Building a Stronger Brand and Unwavering Stakeholder Loyalty Uncover the secret…

June 2024: Synchronization Through Communication

By Emily Hensler / June 21, 2024

Hot Topic: What can firms do to continue aligning for action and demonstrating clear ROI for future brand visibility and business success? The AAM Biennial Compensation Survey Report is out now, offering insights and takeaways for all marketing/BD and firm leaders. Read some of the highlights in this article. Beginner’s…

May 2024: Summit Recap and Marketing/HR Synergy

By Emily Hensler / May 24, 2024

Hot Topic: As many of you know and have experienced, AAM Summit provides a chance to elevate your skills and expand your professional network. A week dedicated to empowering marketers with insights and tools needed to further your career within the Accounting Marketing world, it is one of my favorite…

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Featured: Season 9 Episode 4

Beyond the Database: Building a CRM That Fuels Business Development

Nikki Burgeson | UHY-US

In this episode, Chris Camara speaks with Nikki Burgeson about the critical role of CRM systems in business development, particularly within professional services.