CPA Growth Trends

Strategies, Tools and Knowledge to Grow CPA Firms

Discover the Top 3 Trends Shaping Accounting Business Development in 2025!

By Bob Silvy / January 29, 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 synergy between marketing and business development. We share real-world examples and…

6 Internal Communication Trends for Accounting Firms in 2025

By Kayla Juba / January 29, 2025

The world of accounting is changing fast, with rapid technological advancements, evolving workplace trends and rising client expectations. In order to keep up, accounting firms need strong internal communications to help teams collaborate, stay engaged and remain productive. As we move forward into 2025, here are six key trends shaping…

Why Herbein Created a Role Focused on Client Experience (CX) (Part 1)

By Rachel Pompeani / January 29, 2025

Client Experience has become a trending topic in the accounting industry. After reviewing data, talking to partners and listening to clients our firm decided to dedicate time and resources into establishing a role that would prioritize growth. This by far was our favorite thing of 2024 and what we look…

AI Tools Infographic: Comparing ChatGPT, Perplexity, & Copilot Chat

By Taylor Bartosiewicz / January 29, 2025

I rely on three powerful (and free!) AI tools every day: ChatGPT, Perplexity and Copilot Chat. But what makes each one unique? Check out this infographic to learn more about the strengths, ideal use cases and potential drawbacks of each.

Automate Your Event Lead Nurturing… to a Point

By Dawn Wagenaar / January 28, 2025

Among all the details involved with hosting or attending a business or trade conference, the lines between planning, coordination and marketing can get blurred. To alleviate the details associated with in-person event lead capture and lead nurturing, you can automate it. Well, you can automate most of it. Within your…

Winning Partner Buy-In: Proven Strategies for Accounting Firm Marketers

By Danielle Ott / January 13, 2025

How to Gain Partner Buy-In for New Marketing Strategies When proposing new strategies or tactics, gaining partner buy-in is often one of the biggest hurdles for accounting firm marketers. With partners usually focused on the immediate bottom line, making a case for innovative marketing ideas requires careful preparation and a…

Beginner’s Guide: An Accounting Marketer’s How-To Guide on Administering CPE Events

By Kayla Juba / December 17, 2024

Hosting client educational events is a crucial aspect of a marketer’s role at an accounting firm. Educational events not only serve as valuable opportunities to build relationships and showcase the firm’s expertise, but they also help clients stay informed about the latest industry trends, regulations and best practices. One unique…

Articles of Interest: Event Planning

By Tanya Doescher / December 17, 2024

Event planning has become a key element of successful marketing strategies, allowing firms to forge meaningful connections with their audiences through impactful and memorable experiences. Whether you are hosting an intimate networking event or a large-scale conference, the right resources can turn a challenging planning process into a smooth and…

Seasoned Marketer: The Importance of Post-Event Surveys in Gauging ROI for Industry Conferences and Networking Events

By AAM / December 17, 2024

Accounting firms rely on industry conferences and networking events as an integral part of the marketing mix. These events are important opportunities for the firm’s professionals to grow their network, develop referrals, learn about the latest industry trends and relate the firm’s brand to its unique service offerings. But not…

Business Development: Maximizing Your Event Sponsorship: A Guide to Success

By Bob Silvy / December 17, 2024

Authors: Neil Barrow, RevOps Advisors & Bob Silvy, Level Four Business Consulting Firms spend five to six figures a year for their professionals to go to conferences and events. High dollar professionals spend hours traveling and attending these events. Meanwhile, the amount of preparation and follow up leaves everyone asking…

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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.