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SUMMARY:Virtual Campfire: Key Takeaways from AAM Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us to unpack the key takeaways from this year’s annual Summit. This discussion will revolve around lessons learned\, the strategic goals we set for the conference\, and most importantly\, how we can implement these innovative ideas within our firms. It’s an opportunity to share experiences\, discuss our collective learning\, and explore actionable steps to integrate these newfound strategies into our everyday marketing practices. Let’s come together to translate our summit experiences into tangible benefits for our firms and clients. \nFacilitators \n\nRaissa Evans\, Weaver\nAlyson Fieldman\, RockIt Results\nKelsey Brewer\, McGuire Sponsel
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/virtual-campfire-keytakeawaysfromaamsummit/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Campfire
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DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240619T144500
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SUMMARY:Virtual Campfire: Cross-Selling
DESCRIPTION:Cross selling remains a major challenge for many accounting marketing teams. Join your AAM colleagues as we share our real-world experiences and practical tips for promoting\, incentivizing\, and reporting on cross selling successes. \nFacilitators \n\nRaissa Evans\, Weaver\nAlyson Fieldman\, RockIt Results\nKelsey Brewer\, McGuire Sponsel
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/virtual-campfire-cross-selling/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Campfire
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DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240620T150000
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SUMMARY:AAM DEI Webinar: Considerations for Integrating and Supporting Remote Employees in your Culture
DESCRIPTION:Has your company decided to keep the work from home model in place? Do you now have the option to work a hybrid schedule\, working just a few days a week in the office? Are you starting to work with more international third-party companies? In this session\, we will investigate the potential biases in comparing remote workers to in-office employees\, and how biases can be overcome to develop a shared company culture across platforms. We will discuss strategies for genuinely supporting all workers\, including those coming from different background and regions. Key takeaways from this session include how to meet the needs of remote employees\, how to utilize varied backgrounds to your company’s advantage\, and who to involve in cultivating company culture. \nModerator\nCJ Close | Senior Communications Specialists\, Clark Nuber \nCJ works in the Growth and Creative Services group at Clark Nuber\, a Top 100 Accounting Firm. She is responsible for both internal and external development in which she produces proposals\, manages social media\, creates educational resources and articles\, writes\, and distributes newsletters\, and more. Her background in writing and DEI-focused initiatives provides her with the opportunity to make a conscious difference every day. \nSpeakers\nEric Majchrzak | CEO/Principal\, BeachFleischman \nEric is responsible for the firm’s strategic direction while meeting the mission\, vision\, and values. He motivates and inspires team members to drive innovation and transformation so that the firm enhances its competitive advantage in providing value to clients. He also oversees the growth and success of BeachFleischman’s subsidiaries\, joint ventures\, and partnerships. \n  \n  \nJennifer Mitchell\, CPA\, MS Tax\,| Founder & CEO\, Account Sense \nAccount Sense represents the culmination of her professional mission to advise\, educate\, and inspire individuals and businesses toward achieving their unique vision of success. As a tax consultant and business development advisor\, Jennifer gets to fulfill her mission every day\, helping fellow business owners reduce their stress and achieve their goals. She relishes her role as mentor to the Account Sense staff\, growing as a leader herself\, and creating a modern firm with a concierge-style approach to delivering services. \nJack Kolmansberger | Chief Growth Officer\, Herbein \nJack serves as the firms Chief Growth Officer at Herbein + Company\, Inc.\, one of Pennsylvania’s leading regional certified public accounting firms. His responsibilities at Herbein include branding initiatives\, promoting a firm-wide marketing culture across multiple offices\, increasing process efficiencies\, and directing new business development.
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/aam-dei-webinar-considerations-for-integrating-and-supporting-remote-employees-in-your-culture/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240625T113000
DTSTAMP:20240606T130814Z
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SUMMARY:Member Appreciation Week: Nervous System Reset with Microbreaks
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Member Appreciation Week with us by taking care of our greatest resource… YOU! Join us for a virtual wellness workshop to learn about the stress response and how it affects your nervous system! Discuss the concept of micro-breaks as a stress management tool and experience movement & mindfulness techniques to use throughout the day to reset your nervous system quickly. Leave with techniques to start using on your own that day to regulate your nervous system! Beginners welcome. Mat suggested\, if hard floors. \nAbout the Instructor: Tiffany Lord is a Corporate Yoga Coach and Stress Management Expert who founded Love + Asana to help busy professionals feel more resilient and empowered in their wellness. Her all-levels\, accessible approach to physical and mental health allows employees to easily learn and implement healthy habits during their work day…and feel the benefits ripple out into all areas of life. \nShe is an E-RYT and Continuing Education Provider with the Yoga Alliance\, as well as a 500-hour Yoga Medicine® Therapeutic Specialist. Her expertise includes resilience\, stress management and yoga for Migraine. Tiffany has published wellness articles in fyi50+\, CO Yoga + Life\, and she is the author of multiple “Get With Gratitude” journals based on her online workshop series for resiliency through a grateful mindset.
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/nervous-system-reset/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240626T133000
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SUMMARY:Member Appreciation Week: Lunch & Learn with the 2024 AAM Marketer of the Year
DESCRIPTION:AAM’s Marketer of the Year (MOY) award honors a marketer who has demonstrated exemplary performance in the accounting marketing profession. Join us on June 26 at 1:00 pm ET as Luke LaChance\, AAM’s 2023 MOY\, leads an interactive discussion with AAM’s 2024 MOY Stacy Dreher. Here\, you’ll learn more about Stacy’s role in the strategic growth of James Moore & Co. as well as her take on emerging technology for accounting growth. The first 50 who register will receive $15 DoorDash gift cards\, so register now to secure your spot! \n\n2024 Marketer of the Year – Stacy Dreher\n \nAs the Director of Practice Growth\, Stacy is responsible for driving firm growth by overseeing marketing\, business development\, and segment growth initiatives. Her approach to leadership involves transforming challenges into opportunities\, whether it’s enhancing the firm’s competitive position\, leveraging technology\, or refining sales and digital marketing strategies. She is committed to ensuring the firm meets and exceeds its growth objectives by developing a high-performing growth team\, driving strategic initiatives\, and continuously adapting to the evolving landscape of the accounting industry. \n 
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/member-appreciation-week-lunch-learn-with-the-2024-aam-marketer-of-the-year/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240627T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240627T133000
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SUMMARY:Member Appreciation Week: Desk Stretches for Better Posture
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Member Appreciation Week with us by taking care of our greatest resource… YOU! Join us for gentle stretches you can do right at your desk to release tension and reset your posture. Melt away any remaining stress with a quick\, guided meditation set to calming music. Leave feeling relaxed and focused! Beginners welcome. No props needed. \nAbout the Instructor: Tiffany Lord is a Corporate Yoga Coach and Stress Management Expert who founded Love + Asana to help busy professionals feel more resilient and empowered in their wellness. Her all-levels\, accessible approach to physical and mental health allows employees to easily learn and implement healthy habits during their work day…and feel the benefits ripple out into all areas of life. \nShe is an E-RYT and Continuing Education Provider with the Yoga Alliance\, as well as a 500-hour Yoga Medicine® Therapeutic Specialist. Her expertise includes resilience\, stress management and yoga for Migraine. Tiffany has published wellness articles in fyi50+\, CO Yoga + Life\, and she is the author of multiple “Get With Gratitude” journals based on her online workshop series for resiliency through a grateful mindset.
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/member-appreciation-week-desk-stretches-for-better-posture/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240709T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240709T123000
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SUMMARY:New Member Welcome Call
DESCRIPTION:So you’ve joined the Association for Accounting Marketing… Now what? \nJoin us for an open discussion about what it means to be an AAM member at our New Member Welcome! \nThis call will provide an opportunity for you to: \n– Connect with other new members\n– Review member benefits\n– Learn about AAM Connect\, the online members only platform which offers a wealth of tools and information\n– Ask questions and have an open discussion \nHosted by the Member Growth Committee. \nWe look forward to connecting with you!
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/new-member-welcome-call-9-copy-copy-2-copy/
CATEGORIES:New Member Welcome Call
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240717T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240717T144500
DTSTAMP:20240429T174330Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Campfire: Marketing Tech Stack
DESCRIPTION:Explore the foundational tools and technologies that power effective marketing in our upcoming session on the Marketing Tech Stack. Join us as we dive into discussions on choosing the right tools\, integrating systems\, and leveraging technology to streamline operations and enhance engagement. Whether you’re looking to optimize your current setup or build a tech stack from the ground up\, this session will provide valuable peer-shared experiences to help you make informed decisions. \nFacilitators \n\nRaissa Evans\, Weaver\nAlyson Fieldman\, RockIt Results\nKelsey Brewer\, McGuire Sponsel
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/virtual-campfire-marketing-tech-stack/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Campfire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240723T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240723T130000
DTSTAMP:20240716T145751Z
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SUMMARY:AAM State of the Association Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:The Association for Accounting Marketing (AAM) invites members to participate in an upcoming State of the Association Town Hall to learn what AAM has accomplished in the past year\, as well as the vision for the future. \nAgenda \nWelcome and State of the Association – Rhonda Clark\, AAM Executive Director \n2023 Achievements – Courtney Kiss\, AAM President \nFinance Update – Luke LaChance\, AAM Treasurer \nFuture of AAM – Nicola Fleming\, AAM President-Elect \nThe Town Hall will conclude with a Q&A session. Questions will be accepted in advance. Please send your questions to info@accountingmarketing.org by Friday July 19. \n 
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/aam-state-of-the-association-town-hall-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240730T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240730T140000
DTSTAMP:20240719T141600Z
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SUMMARY:AAM High! Webinar: Adapting Your Business Development and Marketing to Changing Buyer Behavior
DESCRIPTION:Buyer behavior is evolving at an unprecedented pace\, prompting accounting firms to swiftly adapt their business development and marketing strategies. Yet\, amid these changes\, where are the prevailing trends directing us? \nJoin us on Tuesday\, July 30th for a live\, interactive webinar as Hinge’s Will Casserly facilitates a research-guided discussion on adapting to changing buyer behavior with Angele Fox\, Growth Marketing Director at CBIZ. They’ll utilize primary research on the accounting buyers and the fastest growing accounting firms to provide practical insights you can use in your marketing and business development planning. \nIf you’re looking for strategic insights grounded in the latest buyer research\, don’t miss this exciting webinar that is free to AAM members! \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nHow accounting buyer behavior shifted over time\nHow today’s buyers search for and evaluate accounting and financial services firms\nHow to high growth firms are adapting to the changing environment\nHow to stay relevant during times of intense change\n\nPresenters\n \n \nWill Casserly | Account Director at Hinge \nWill works with Hinge’s accounting and financial services clients to achieve their strategic\, brand visibility and growth objectives. His business development experience over 25 years spans in-house marketing departments\, agency work\, communications\, media and public relations\, graphic design\, video production and more. You can connect with him on LinkedIn here at https://www.linkedin.com/in/willcasserly/. \n\n  \nAngele Fox | Growth Marketing Director at CBIZ \nAngele Fox is a seasoned marketing and growth leader with more than 17 years of diverse experience\, including strategy\, analysis\, product/marketing\, and operations. As the Growth Marketing Director at CBIZ\, she leads marketing for the National Advisory lines\, creating strategies that drive revenue growth through strategic marketing\, team building\, and analytics. Angele excels in leveraging digital communication platforms and creating impactful thought leadership content\, resulting in significant increases in marketing qualified leads and brand positioning. \nThroughout her career\, Angele has been recognized for optimizing marketing operations and delivering detailed market analyses. Her leadership and expertise in fostering cross-functional collaboration have consistently achieved outstanding results\, making her a highly respected leader.
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/aam-high-webinar-adapting-your-business-development-and-marketing-to-changing-buyer-behavior/
CATEGORIES:AAM High Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240806T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240806T140000
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SUMMARY:AAM High! Webinar: Private Equity\, M&A\, and Future Growth Opportunities within the Accounting Industry
DESCRIPTION:This session will explore the current transformation underway in the accounting sector\, including the impact of private equity (PE)\, mergers & acquisitions (M&A)\, and alternative practice structures. Participants will gain an increased understanding of these industry dynamics that are likely to reshape and redefine the CPA firm of the future\, with a particular focus placed on likely changes to the marketing and growth professionals’ role. \nWhether you are aiming to understand the current changes in the accounting industry\, explore growth opportunities for your firm\, or simply stay informed about the future of the accounting profession\, this webinar is designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive in a competitive market.\n\nThroughout this webinar\, you will:\n\n\nDiscover Emerging Trends: Learn about the latest trends in private equity and M&A activities within the accounting industry. Understand how these trends are influencing market dynamics and what they mean for your firm.\nGain Strategic Insights: Delve into the common strategies to leverage PE investments and M&A for growth and competitive advantage. Hear about real-world examples that highlight successful and not-so-successful approaches.\nUnderstand Implications: Explore the broader implications of PE and M&A on the accounting industry\, including changes in business models\, client expectations\, and service offerings. Get a clear picture of how these changes are shaping the future landscape and your position as a marketer.\nBest Practices and Tactics: Equip yourself with actionable tactics and best practices to navigate the complexities of a dynamic competitive landscape. Learn how to position your firm for success\, mitigate risks\, and capitalize on new opportunities.\n\n\nAlex Drost\, Managing Principal of ConnectionBuilders and 2024 AAM Summit Speaker\, will be interviewed by Chris Camara of INSIDE Public Accounting in this webinar that is sure to leave you with a list of takeaways for yourself and your firm.\nSpeaker\nAlex Drost  | Managing Principal at ConnectionBuilders \nAlex Drost is a growth-minded consultant with a proven track record of success in driving innovation\, leading strategic initiatives\, and championing tactical execution. He has nearly two decades of entrepreneurial experience and continually demonstrates his ability to navigate dynamic business environments. He is adept at managing complex projects\, simplifying core objectives\, and motivating teams to achieve their best work. \nAs the Managing Principal of Connection Builders\, Alex consults with middle-market advisory services firms on setting and attaining strategic initiatives to unlock growth potential and maximize value creation opportunities. His work includes strategic planning\, retreat facilitation\, and growth enablement services. As a recognized middle-market expert\, Alex has served as a Board Member and Strategic Advisor for the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) and an Executive Committee Member for the Great Lakes Capital Connection (GLCC). He is also an Association for Accounting Marketing (AAM) Business Development Advisory Board member.
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/aam-high-webinar-private-equity-ma-and-future-growth-opportunities-within-the-accounting-industry/
CATEGORIES:AAM High Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240814T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240814T150000
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SUMMARY:Business Development Roundtable: Originator vs. Enabler
DESCRIPTION:This session will delve deeply into the distinct yet complementary roles of originators and enablers in business development\, exploring how each contributes to the success and growth of a firm. \n\nUnderstand the Key Differences: Learn about the core responsibilities and characteristics that differentiate originators\, who initiate and drive new business opportunities\, from enablers\, who provide the necessary support and infrastructure to sustain those BD efforts.\nExplore Strategic Approaches: Gain insights into the various strategies employed by both roles to achieve effective business development\, including lead generation\, client relationship management\, and new business conversion.\nInteractive Roundtable: Engage with industry experts and peers in an interactive roundtable session\, where you can ask questions\, share experiences\, and gain practical advice tailored to your specific challenges and goals.\n\nPanelists\nNeil Barrow\, RevOps Advisors\nNeil Barrow is the founder of RevOps Advisors and EnabledBD\, building better business development functions for professional\, financial\, and consulting service firms. He’s a software sales guy that was (fortunately) talked into working in public accounting\, leading origination efforts at 2 different firms for over 8 years. \nSince then\, he’s worked with over a dozen firms to build or enhance their business development (spoiler: BD is not a soft skill). More importantly\, he is a Certified Cicerone (beer sommelier) and loves connecting with friends and strangers to chat about business development and/or best beers to try. Most importantly\, he lives in Fort Worth with his wife of 10 years and little one who is entering kindergarten. \nDanielle Reynolds\, Whitley Penn\nDanielle Reynolds has been with Whitley Penn for eight years and serves as the Business Development Manager\, focusing on bringing in new opportunities for the firm and building meaningful connections. Her commitment is in blending strategic insight with genuine relationship-building\, transforming potential leads into lasting partnerships. Her approach goes beyond transactions\, and is about creating a synergy that fosters growth\, innovation\, and mutual success. Danielle’s passion for networking and ability to expand business reach serves as a testament to her commitment to driving long-term value. \nDanielle is passionate about personal and professional development. She supports the firm’s young leaders through internal development trainings and presentations and hosts the podcast series\, Develop\, conducting leadership and professional development interviews as well as highlighting different service lines and offerings throughout the firm. \n Facilitator\nAlex Drost | Connection Builders
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/business-development-roundtable-originator-vs-enabler/
CATEGORIES:Business Development Roundtable
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240821T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240821T144500
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SUMMARY:Virtual Campfire: Segmentation/Personalization
DESCRIPTION:Join a lively conversation with fellow accounting marketers as we explore the essentials of personalization and segmentation in our field. This session offers a chance to share experiences and learn how firms are creatively tailoring their marketing content and campaigns to diverse audiences. We’ll discuss real-world examples of successful personalization and segmentation across various channels\, providing insights into current trends and best practices. \nSME \nAlison Simons\, Simons Marketing \nAlison (she/her) for seven great years\, she was the head of marketing for a regional CPA firm where she would joke “if it’s not a tax return or an audit\, it crosses my desk.” In 2013 she became an entrepreneur with the founding of Simons Marketing. In order to serve more clients\, she attracted a team of really amazing people who focus on specialty areas within marketing because (get ready for one of her catch phrases) “Marketing is one word that means a lot of things” and it’s all too much for any one person to be good at.  So\, now she focused on working directly with clients on strategies to help them reach their goals while overseeing more of the activities.  Simons Marketing is an independent member of the BDO Alliance. \n  \n  \n  \nFacilitators \n\nRaissa Evans\, Weaver\nAlyson Fieldman\, RockIt Results\nKelsey Brewer\, McGuire Sponsel
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/virtual-campfire-segmentation-personalization/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Campfire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240910T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240910T123000
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SUMMARY:New Member Welcome Call
DESCRIPTION:So you’ve joined the Association for Accounting Marketing… Now what? \nJoin us for an open discussion about what it means to be an AAM member at our New Member Welcome! \nThis call will provide an opportunity for you to: \n– Connect with other new members\n– Review member benefits\n– Learn about AAM Connect\, the online members only platform which offers a wealth of tools and information\n– Ask questions and have an open discussion \nHosted by the Member Growth Committee. \nWe look forward to connecting with you!
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/new-member-welcome-call-9-copy-copy-2-copy-copy/
CATEGORIES:New Member Welcome Call
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240912T140000
DTSTAMP:20240815T204440Z
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SUMMARY:AAM High! Webinar: Crisis Without Chaos: Communications Strategy for the Unexpected
DESCRIPTION:Cancel culture. IT breakdowns. Sudden death. Natural disasters. When handled badly\, these crisis situations pose high stakes for businesses. Marketers and PR specialists need to be included in the planning response and also be ready for action. To manage the situation and avoid chaos\, we’ll talk about the three Rs of crisis communications: Regroup. Review. Respond. \nWe’ll cover:\n· How to regroup emotionally and address the situation objectively\n· Methods to review what ifs\, organize roles and avoid common mistakes\n· Strategies for determining if\, when and how to respond \nSpeaker \nChristine Nelson | Communications Consultant at Ingenuity Marketing Group \nChristine Nelson is a Communications Consultant at Ingenuity Marketing Group. She has consulted with clients on crisis communications for more than two decades. Using journalistic instincts and a future focus\, she assists with meaningful messaging internally and externally when every minute counts.
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/aam-high-webinar-crisis-without-chaos-communications-strategy-for-the-unexpected/
CATEGORIES:AAM High Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240918T140000
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UID:7833-1726668000-1726670700@accountingmarketing.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Campfire: Budgeting
DESCRIPTION:Delve into the crucial topic of budgeting in our next roundtable discussion. In this session we’ll share best practices for planning\, allocating\, and managing marketing budgets effectively. Learn from peers about overcoming common challenges and balances\, measuring ROI\, and ensuring your marketing efforts are both cost-effective and impactful. Join us for a practical conversation that will arm you with strategies to manage your marketing budget with confidence and precision. \nFacilitators \n\nRaissa Evans\, Weaver\nAlyson Fieldman\, RockIt Results\nKelsey Brewer\, McGuire Sponsel
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/virtual-campfire-budgeting/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Campfire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20241029T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20241029T143000
DTSTAMP:20241004T125754Z
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UID:8411-1730206800-1730212200@accountingmarketing.org
SUMMARY:Learning Lab: AI Made Practical
DESCRIPTION:AI can make you faster\, better\, stronger — and we aren’t talking about generating emails with ChatGPT. There is a world in which AI-fueled technology can be put to highly practical use to generate exponentially powerful outcomes for your marketing department. This session will unpack the ‘how\,’ providing real-world illustrations in tools and systems you can use immediately to catalyze growth.\n\nLearning objectives:\n\n\nGet familiar with the latest greatest terms and types of AI you need to know about\nUnderstand how AI can support both strategic and creative work\nGain exposure to the best\, most affordable AI-powered tools for marketers\nSee AI in action\, supporting the functions your team already does and understand how you can begin incorporating it more thoughtfully into your marketing and growth efforts\n\n\nSpeaker \nJoy Youell \n \nJoy Youell is a content and communication strategist. She functioned as lead content advisor for an early large language model (LLM). She has worked on numerous artificial intelligence (AI) projects and technologies for the past several years\, with a focus on business use cases like opportunity development\, marketing\, and operations.\n\nJoy is a lead consultant for Winding River Consulting\, a firm that supports digital\, growth\, and practice management for accounting firms. She is also the owner of multiple companies\, including Winsome Marketing\, a full-service digital marketing and content agency; Winsome Marketing\, a full-service marketing agency; Hire a Writer\, a copywriting agency and writer training organization; the Academy of Continuing Education\, a marketer training community with courses; Baby Got Backlink\, an SEO backlink agency; and leader of Sync\, a communications coaching team.
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/learning-lab-ai-made-practical/
CATEGORIES:Training,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20241112T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20241112T123000
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UID:7335-1731411000-1731414600@accountingmarketing.org
SUMMARY:New Member Welcome Call
DESCRIPTION:So you’ve joined the Association for Accounting Marketing… Now what? \nJoin us for an open discussion about what it means to be an AAM member at our New Member Welcome! \nThis call will provide an opportunity for you to: \n– Connect with other new members\n– Review member benefits\n– Learn about AAM Connect\, the online members only platform which offers a wealth of tools and information\n– Ask questions and have an open discussion \nHosted by the Member Growth Committee. \nWe look forward to connecting with you!
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/new-member-welcome-call-9-copy-copy-2-copy-copy-copy/
CATEGORIES:New Member Welcome Call
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20241113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20241113T150000
DTSTAMP:20241009T133003Z
CREATED:20241009T133003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T133003Z
UID:8423-1731502800-1731510000@accountingmarketing.org
SUMMARY:Learning Lab: Change Leadership
DESCRIPTION:The increasing rate and complexity of change in the accounting profession – and our world – continues to drive the need for us to provide critical leadership as we navigate change in our firms. During this 2-hour session\, we will explore proven change leadership tools and tactics that can help participants lead through change more effectively\, no matter what role they currently hold in their firms. Specific content includes a brief overview of proven frameworks such as Kotter’s 8 Accelerators for Leading Change and Bridges’ Managing Transitions which provide critical insights for direct application to your role. \n\nParticipants will be asked to bring a specific change that they are currently leading or playing a key role in gaining support/adoption or one they are preparing to lead and/or expect to play a key role in building support/adoption. \nOutcomes of the session include: \n\nBetter understanding of the dynamics of change\, and how to create buy-in and momentum around change that you are leading or supporting.\nIdentifying change leadership actions that you can take to help your firm move forward during times of change no matter what role you hold.\nTactics for helping others transition during times of change.\nTools and strategies for effective communication to build awareness and activation around your change initiative.\nTips for building the right team to lead a change effort.\nHow to be a more effective leader in the change process.\nUnderstanding the importance of “wins” in building and maintaining energy and morale.\nInitial work on a checklist/action plan that you can act upon right away and continue to refine and enhance over time for this change you’re focused on and use as a tool for future change leadership efforts.\n\nPlease note\, this session will NOT be recorded. \n\nSpeaker \nKevin Waits\,  \nKevin Waits is a talented and engaging facilitator who works effectively with audiences at all levels. He has facilitated online and in person classes\, workshops\, and meetings in a variety of settings globally and consistently receives positive feedback about his unique ability to connect with participants. His clients include corporations\, NGOs\, and other consulting firms who leverage his knowledge and expertise. Kevin has done extensive work in the field of Change Leadership\, both in direct consulting with clients and\nfacilitating educational programs. Additionally\, Kevin has performed a significant amount of work coaching individuals and teams and is certified on and has extensive experience in applying several psychometric assessments including: The Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument (HBDI)\, The Birkman Method\, The Hogan Suite\, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)\, and DISC. \nPrior to becoming an independent consultant\, Kevin had a successful 30-year career in Human Resources/Talent Management\, most recently serving as the Sr. Director of Talent and Organizational Development at Cox Automotive in Atlanta. He also holds notable credentials\, including an MS from Georgia State University in Industrial Relations\, a BS in Management Science from Georgia Tech\, which included a minor in Industrial/Organizational Psychology\, Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)\nfrom the Human Resources Certification Institute\, and Certified Managerial Coach designation from the Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State University.
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/learning-lab-change-leadership/
CATEGORIES:Training,Virtual
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DTSTAMP:20241008T181022Z
CREATED:20241008T181022Z
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UID:8420-1731589200-1731592800@accountingmarketing.org
SUMMARY:AAM High! Webinar: Creating a Culture of Business Development - What Actually Works
DESCRIPTION:Join Adam Klein (Chief Growth Officer\, Bennet Thrasher)\, Mark Burnette (Chief Growth Officer\, LBMC) and David Toth (Chief Growth Officer\, Winding River Consulting) in a discussion around practical strategies for fostering a business development culture that drives results within the firm. \nThis webinar explores proven techniques\, actionable insights\, and real-world examples to help organizations build a sustainable growth mindset and empower teams to succeed in today’s competitive landscape. Our panelists will share insights from their experiences: \n\nBuilding sales teams\nHow to effectively interact with marketing teams to maximize results\nHow to leverage technology to accelerate the sales process\nHow to build consensus among partners and firm leadership for sales initiatives\nHow firms can build growth cultures throughout their organizations and the value of doing so for longer-term evolution and success\n\n  \nSpeakers\nAdam Klein | Chief Growth Officer\, Bennet Thrasher \nAdam Klein is an accomplished leader recognized for his expertise in strategic growth\, business development\, sales\, and marketing. With a proven track record of building impactful relationships and driving revenue growth across diverse industries\, Adam has consistently elevated the brand value of the organizations he’s served. \nClients\, colleagues\, and industry peers commend Adam for his unwavering energy\, curiosity\, integrity\, and visionary leadership. He excels in delivering results while embodying friendliness and care\, and his proactive approach to shaping the future sets him apart. \nCurrently serving as the Chief Growth Officer at Bennett Thrasher\, a top-75 accounting and advisory firm\, Adam plays a pivotal role in driving progressive growth strategies and implementing impactful business development and marketing initiatives. Leading the firm’s growth function\, he is instrumental in fostering a business development culture\, expanding strategic partnerships\, and strengthening the firm’s brand identity. Adam’s additional expertise includes business development training\, industry go-to-market planning\, sales process & strategy\, coaching and client experience. \nDavid Toth | Chief Growth Officer\, Winding River Consulting \nDavid Toth is a distinguished entrepreneur & consultant recognized for his strategic expertise in fostering growth and enhancing practice management within the accounting and advisory sectors. With almost two decades of leadership experience\, he has become a vital strategic partner to numerous firms\, specializing in digital transformation and strategic growth\, leadership development\, management consulting and strategic facilitation. \nIn his pivotal role with Winding River Consulting’s premier program\, MPB | Leadership Accelerated\, David enhances communication and collaboration among firm leadership\, partners\, and growth teams\, ensuring alignment and fostering an environment conducive to shared success. Furthermore\, he is the founder of the Digital Deep Dive Summit\, an influential annual seminar that has successfully convened leaders from over 50 firms in the past three years to advance digital strategy through robust peer-to-peer engagement. \nMark Burnette | Chief Growth Officer\, LBMC \nFor his day job\, Mark Burnette is the Practice Leader for LBMC’s Advisory Services practice\, and is the Chief Growth Officer for the firm. In his current role\, Mark oversees LBMC’s client-service efforts for transaction work\, valuation and forensics\, data analytics\, cybersecurity\, and consulting\, and leads and drives revenue growth activities firmwide. \nMark has a deep background in cybersecurity\, including previously developing and leading LBMC’s cybersecurity practice. Recognized as an IT security expert by technology think-tank Gartner\, Mark has repeatedly been featured as a subject matter expert on ABC and CBS television affiliates been published in print media such as CSO\, Secure Enterprise\, Information Security\, and ComputerWorld magazines\, and quoted by ABCnews.com\, among many media appearances. Mark’s engaging style has made him a popular and highly-requested speaker for international conferences and specialty groups around the world. In March 2019\, Mark delivered a wildly-popular TED talk at TEDxNashville titled “The Humanity Behind Cybersecurity Attacks”. Mark’s book\, “Risky Business: Cybersecurity Leadership The Right Way” provides practical insights on cybersecurity leadership and was published in August 2019. Mark has been recognized as one of the cybersecurity industry’s 75 “Pioneers”\, having been one of the first enterprise CISOs\, and\, in so doing\, laying the groundwork for today’s CISO role.
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/aam-high-webinar-creating-a-culture-of-business-development-what-actually-works/
CATEGORIES:AAM High Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20241119T163000
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UID:8279-1732030200-1732033800@accountingmarketing.org
SUMMARY:AAM DEI Webinar: Utilizing a DEI Lens to Communicate your Brand’s Image
DESCRIPTION:As a marketer\, you have the power to shape your brand’s perception through language and action. Join us as we discuss how adding a DEI lens to your brand voice can differentiate your firm and expand your reach to ideal clients.What do you need to think about to make your brand more inclusive? What design programs can be used to better develop your reach to clients with disabilities? How do language biases affect your audience retention? We will get a firsthand perspective from Julie Manteria – who just went through a global rebrand in tandem with a website relaunch at UHY – on the steps she went through and the challenges she faced along the way. From this session you can expect to gain a new perspective on intentional language and design choice in your branding. \nKey Takeaways \n\nIntro and overview of how to incorporate DEI concepts into branding\, examples of how companies (outside of accounting) have done it\, and suggestions for getting started.\nJulie Manteria and UHY LLP recently completed a brand renewal. Julie will share her strategy\, process\, unexpected obstacles\, and end results.\nQ&A discussion from attendees.\n\nSpeakers \nBonnie Buol Ruszczyk \nOwner | BBR Companies LLC \nJulie Manteria \nMarketing Leader\, Northeast Region | UHY LLP \n 
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/aam-dei-webinar-utilizing-a-dei-lens-to-communicate-your-brands-image/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20241120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20241120T144500
DTSTAMP:20241106T195318Z
CREATED:20240429T174746Z
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UID:7838-1732111200-1732113900@accountingmarketing.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Campfire: Strategic Planning
DESCRIPTION:Join us to discuss how different firms use strategic plans at the firmwide\, practice\, and industry levels. Explore strategic planning as a framework for goal setting\, and explore the many ways that we as marketers can harness its power for action towards growth and other business objectives. \nSME \n\nAlice Lerman\, Lerman Strategies\n\nFacilitators \n\nAlyson Fieldman\, RockIt Results\nKelsey Brewer\, McGuire Sponsel
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/virtual-campfire-project-management/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Campfire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20241204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20241204T143000
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UID:8534-1733317200-1733322600@accountingmarketing.org
SUMMARY:Learning Lab: Mastering Prompt Engineering in M365
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging and interactive session where you’ll learn the essentials of prompt engineering within Microsoft 365. This event is designed to provide you with practical knowledge and hands-on experience with various M365 Copilots\, including Biz Chat Copilot\, PowerPoint\, Excel\, and SharePoint and Word. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction to Prompt Engineering in M365 (15 minutes)\n\nOverview of prompt engineering and its significance in M365.\nIntroduction to Biz Chat Copilot and how to effectively prompt it.\n\n\nBiz Chat Copilot: How to Prompt (20 minutes)\n\nDetailed explanation of how to create effective prompts.\nShowcasing examples of successful prompts and their outcomes.\n\n\nExploring PowerPoint\, Excel\, and SharePoint Copilots (20 minutes)\n\nDemonstrating the capabilities of PowerPoint\, Excel\, Word and SharePoint Copilots\nTips and tricks for leveraging these tools to enhance productivity.\n\n\nHands-On Experience Task (15-20 minutes)\n\nParticipants will be given a task to complete using the discussed Copilots.\nThe task will involve creating prompts and utilizing the Copilots to achieve specific goals.\n\n\nDiscussion and Q&A (15 minutes)\n\nParticipants will share their experiences and outcomes from the hands-on task.\nOpen floor for questions and further discussion on prompt engineering and Copilots.\n\n\n\nBy the end of this session\, participants will have a solid understanding of prompt engineering in M365 and practical experience with Biz Chat\, PowerPoint\, Excel\, and SharePoint Copilots. They will be equipped with the skills to create effective prompts and utilize these tools to enhance their productivity. \nSpeakers\n\n \nMeeta Chaudhari | Microsoft 365 Copilot GBB \nMeeta Chaudhari is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in consulting\, value-driven sales\, and business transformation. Her strength lies in collaborating with clients to determine the appropriate strategies for selecting and deploying technologies based on their requirements. Meeta excels in driving complex and strategic deals\, influencing new Modern Work strategic opportunities by engaging with key business and technical contacts\, understanding customers’ business and technology priorities\, governance\, decision\, and budget processes\, and landing the value proposition of the Microsoft 365 platform\, including Copilot for Microsoft 365 and other Teams workloads. \nMeeta is passionate about building customer trust with technical expertise in employee experience solutions\, communications and productivity platforms\, and AI solutions. She acts as a subject matter expert for Modern Work workloads\, navigating complex deal orchestration\, and sharing proven practices with field sellers through readiness and coaching to accelerate sales opportunities and engage confidently at the CxO level. \nIn past\, Meeta has led sales and delivery of multi-year engagements\, identifying and meeting the needs of Business Decision Makers (BDMs) across various industries\, including utilities\, financial services\, and pharmaceuticals. Her expertise lies in designing\, implementing\, and providing value-driven transformative solutions through portfolio\, program\, and project management capabilities. \nwww.linkedin.com/in/manmeet-chaudhari-9475127 \nThomas Napolitano | Microsoft 365 Copilot GBB \nWith over 25 years of technical solutions consulting experience\, Thomas Napolitano is a Microsoft 365 Copilot GBB at Microsoft\, where he helps large enterprise customers leverage the power and simplicity of Microsoft Copilot\, Teams Premium\, and Microsoft Teams Room Systems\, including Surface Devices. Thomas is MS-700 certified and has a strong background in AI solutions\, networking\, and cloud computing. \nIn his current role\, Thomas focuses on making technology better and easier for customers through the use of AI\, enabling them to collaborate\, communicate\, and create more effectively and efficiently. \nThomas’s expertise in AI is demonstrated through his work with Microsoft Copilot\, an AI-powered tool that enhances productivity and collaboration. His goal is to provide the best customer experience and satisfaction with Microsoft’s innovative and cutting-edge products and services. \nMy LinkedIn profile:  Thomas Napolitano | LinkedIn
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/learning-lab-mastering-prompt-engineering-in-m365/
CATEGORIES:Training,Virtual
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UID:8541-1733403600-1733407200@accountingmarketing.org
SUMMARY:AAM High! Webinar: Behind the Scenes Panel Discussion with AAM-MAA Winners
DESCRIPTION:What makes a winning AAM MAA project? Join a panel of AAM MAA winners for a panel discussion as they talk about their projects\, what went into the project planning\, and key project takeaways for other AAM members. This AAM High! Webinar will feature insights from Freed Maxick (External Content Marketing)\, Kernutt Stokes (Website Redesign)\, and Forvis Mazars (Internal Branding/Internal Communications). AAM MAA submissions for 2025 are right around the corner – don’t miss this opportunity to hear how three members positioned their marketing projects for success – within their firms and in AAM. \nSpeakers \nMac Hartman | Chief Marketing Officer\, Freed Maxick \nMac serves as Chief Marketing Officer for Freed Maxick. He leads growth efforts and oversees the marketing and sales functions for the firm. As part of the firm’s management team\, he works closely with the firm’s directors in developing the overall marketing and sales strategies to support the strategic plan of the firm. \nMac works with industry or service line leaders to identify and implement marketing and sales programs to achieve their goals. He serves as a resource across the firm to increase broad cohesion for strategic plans. In addition\, he oversees all internal and external firm communications and client experience programs. \nMac graduated from Buffalo State University with a degree in Communications and has over 20 years’ experience in professional services marketing. He is a member of the Association for Accounting Marketing (AAM) and the Boomer Marketing Circle. \nHe also active in the community and currently serves on the board of directors for the 11 Day Power Play and has helped raise of $10 million in funds to support cancer research since its inception in 2017. In addition\, he previously served on the board of directors for the Taste of Buffalo\, serving as the Chair for the event in 2010. \n  \nAmy Delaney | Director of Marketing and Business Development\, Kernutt Stokes \nAmy is the director of marketing and business development for Kernutt Stokes\, based in Eugene\, Oregon. Prior to joining her firm in 2020\, she was the vice president/director of marketing for a commercial bank and was vice president of marketing and manager of customer experience for a family-owned chain of upscale grocery stores in Oregon. \nAmy loves what she does\, finding true enjoyment in helping her coworkers succeed so they can in turn help their clients be successful. She brings passion\, enthusiasm\, and a competitive spirit with her\, especially about brand strategy\, all things marketing\, and company culture. \nIn her free time\, Amy enjoys playing and cuddling with her rescue dog Finnegan\, cheering for the Oregon Ducks\, watching sports\, traveling anywhere and everywhere\, baking\, wine tasting\, gardening\, learning\, and spending time with her family and friends. \n  \nAnne Creasy\, APR | Senior Manager\, Forvis Mazars \nAnne is a senior manager on the Forvis Mazars Strategic Communications Team. With more than 20 years of communications experience\, she develops comprehensive communication plans to achieve measured results. Anne leads the development of the firm’s corporate Alumni Network strategy which includes targeted communications to retired partners and alumni. Her additional focus areas include partnering with leaders to create communication plans that inform\, support change adoption\, enhance the team member experience\, and strengthen marketplace awareness of the firm brand and the Alumni Network. \nHer passion is connecting people to each other and building relationships. Anne organizes quarterly leadership updates for the Ambassador/retired partner group to keep them informed. Each quarter\, alumni of the firm receive an Alumni Network e-newsletter which includes firm news\, thought leadership\, CPE opportunities\, and two alumni spotlight articles—featuring Ambassadors and notable alumni of the firm. \nAnne is also a public relations advisor. She holds an Accreditation in Public Relations from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). In addition to her tenure of 12 years with the firm\, she has more than ten years of experience in state legislative relations and media relations. In 2023\, Anne earned an Executive Leadership Certificate from PRSA. She is also Vice Chair of the Board of Directors of Veritas School in Richmond\, VA and volunteers at her church discipling middle school girls. \nAnne graduated from James Madison University with B.A. degrees in English literature and Spanish language.
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/aam-high-webinar-behind-the-scenes-panel-discussion-with-aam-maa-winners/
CATEGORIES:AAM High Webinar
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UID:8697-1736854200-1736857800@accountingmarketing.org
SUMMARY:New Member Welcome Call
DESCRIPTION:So you’ve joined the Association for Accounting Marketing… Now what? \nJoin us for an open discussion about what it means to be an AAM member at our New Member Welcome! \nThis call will provide an opportunity for you to: \n– Connect with other new members\n– Review member benefits\n– Learn about AAM Connect\, the online members only platform which offers a wealth of tools and information\n– Ask questions and have an open discussion \nWe look forward to connecting with you!
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/new-member-welcome-january-2025/
CATEGORIES:New Member Welcome Call
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250115T144500
DTSTAMP:20250108T201805Z
CREATED:20241205T155500Z
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UID:8669-1736949600-1736952300@accountingmarketing.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Campfire: Project Management
DESCRIPTION:Join in the discussion on Project Management where we’ll explore effective tools for oversight and communication\, structuring teams for optimal performance\, and ensuring projects align with strategic goals. Share your challenges and discuss how to enhance coordination and efficiency in your marketing operations. This roundtable is an excellent opportunity to refine your project management approach and drive successful outcomes in your marketing efforts. \nSME \nAlly Bruening\, Anders CPAs + Advisors \nWith nearly 10 years of accounting marketing experience at Anders\, Ally Bruening has had a hand in coordinating and managing all parts of the firm’s digital marketing and content strategy. With a passion for process and project management\, she implemented Asana across her team in 2017 and developed consistent processes for all marketing activities. As part of a growing team\, implementing a project management platform has transformed how they collaborate\, track deliverables and manage complex marketing campaigns across multiple market segments. As an Asana Ambassador\, Ally keeps up with the latest Asana feature updates and enjoys implementing automation and empowering her team to do the same. \nAlly’s role has evolved into a market growth senior manager\, where she leverages these refined processes and project management systems to drive strategic growth initiatives across key market segments. Working closely with practice leaders and the marketing team\, she manages omni-channel lead generation campaigns and nurturing programs through streamlined workflows that align with the firm’s business goals. Drawing on her deep experience in content marketing and analytics\, Ally identifies new market opportunities and optimizes growth initiatives while providing crucial market intelligence to support Anders’ expansion efforts. \nFacilitators \n\nAlyson Fieldman\, Stambaugh Ness\nKelsey Brewer\, McGuire Sponsel
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/virtual-campfire-project-management-11525/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Campfire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250116T170000
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SUMMARY:2025 AAM Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Summit\, an in-person immersive experience designed to energize and empower you and your firm. \nMay 12-14\, 2025 in Phoenix\, AZ (Pre-conference activity available on Sunday\, May 11) \nDiscover fresh perspectives on industry trends\, tackle new challenges\, and uncover opportunities in a dynamic\, collaborative environment. Surrounded by peers who understand your struggles\, you’ll share ideas\, gain valuable insights\, and build lasting connections. Whether you’re a team of one or 100\, you’ll leave revitalized and ready to make an impact. \nNew for 2025:\nPre-conference Workshops: Kickstart your learning with one of our two pre-conference workshops. \nLevel Workshops: These workshops are more than just presentations—they’re experiences designed to spark creativity and foster meaningful connections\, crafted to be highly interactive\, with plenty of opportunities to participate\, collaborate\, and connect.  You self-select the session most applicable to your experience level and job function. \nCatalyst Conversations: Informal conversations with our keynotes with no slide decks and the ability to ask questions. Limited to 50 attendees. \nExperience Exchanges: Hot topic discussions where you are one of the subject matter experts. A facilitator moderates the conversation\, encouraging active audience participation.
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/2025-aam-summit/
CATEGORIES:Summit
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SUMMARY:AAM High! Webinar: Trends in Private Equity Transactions and Implications for Accountants
DESCRIPTION:Andy Jones of PrivateEquityInfo.com and Dan Mahoney of TruSight will provide data-driven insights on recent trends in private equity transactions.  The discussion will center around trends in transaction volume for private equity acquisitions and exits\, shifts in deal sizes over time\, the balance between platform and add-on investments\, changes in portfolio company holding periods\, how private equity firms have adjusted their investment focus across industries and the implications these trends have on M&A.    Furthermore\, there will be analysis as to how accounting firms can adjust their go to market strategies to align with the data driven insights and trends.   The presentation will last approximately 30 minutes with 15-30 minutes for Q & A. \nSpeakers\nAndy Jones | Founder and Managing Director\, Private Equity Info \nAndy Jones is the Founder and Managing Director of Private Equity Info\, a TruSight LLC company. He has also worked as an investment banker in London and Austin. Prior to that\, Andy worked as an engineer at General Electric. \nMBA Finance – Stockholm School of Economics\nMS Acoustical Engineering – Pennsylvania State University\nBS Mechanical Engineering – University of Tulsa \n  \nDan Mahoney | Co-founder\, TruSight \nDan Mahoney is a co-founder of TruSight and leads a team that delivers outsourced business development and deal origination services. Dan draws on an extensive background in financial consulting and business strategy. \nMBA – Villanova University\nBS Finance – Fox School of Business \n 
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/aam-high-webinar-trends-in-private-equity-transactions-and-implications-for-accountants/
CATEGORIES:AAM High Webinar
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SUMMARY:Virtual Campfire: Branding
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our upcoming roundtable discussion where we’ll dive into the art of branding in the accounting industry. Discover innovative strategies to differentiate your firm\, build a compelling brand identity\, and connect more deeply with your target audience. Don’t miss this opportunity to exchange ideas with fellow marketing leaders and gain insights that can elevate your brand. \nSME \nMike Jones\, Resound \n \nMike is an award-winning brand consultancy owner\, author\, speaker\, and strategist\, helping professional services firms make their brands remarkable with authentic identity and storytelling. When he’s not doing all that jazz he’s building LEGO with his kids\, reading a history book\, or drinking a good cup of coffee…sometimes all three at the same time. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nFacilitators \n\nAlyson Fieldman\, Stambaugh Ness\nKelsey Brewer\, McGuire Sponsel
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/virtual-campfire-branding/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Campfire
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SUMMARY:AAM High! Webinar: How CPA Firms Really Make Money and Grow
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what makes a CPA firm tick — and how you can use that knowledge to make a bigger impact as a marketer? Join our lively panel of accounting leaders as we pull back the curtain on how firms make money\, from the traditional metrics like utilization and realization to the new\, tech-driven approaches shaping the future. We’ll break down firm structures (what’s with all those separate entities?) and get real about partner compensation because understanding how they’re rewarded can help you align your efforts and get the buy-in you need. \nBut that’s not all! We’ll also tackle the big obstacles holding firms back like talent shortages\, technology and access to capital (yep\, PE is part of that). You’ll walk away with fresh insights and actionable ideas to position your firm (and yourself) as a key player in driving growth. If you’re ready to level up your marketing game and truly connect with what matters most to your firm\, this session is for you! \nSpeakers\nJoe Mastaler | Partner\, Tax Service Leader\, PBMares \nA licensed CPA in Virginia\, Joe Mastaler has also earned a Master of Science Taxation (MST) and the Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation. Virginia Business magazine has twice named him a Super CPA for his work in the Corporate Tax practice category. \nJoe loves accounting because it allows him to use numbers to help people\, including business owners and high net worth individuals. He also enjoys growing the firm and our staff. Outside the firm\, he served on the managing accounting practice committee of the Northern Chapter of the VSCPA and is a member\, past president and current officer of the Washington Executive Association. \nJoe contributes to his local community\, including having participated in the Robinson Secondary School Athletic Boosters Club and the school’s All Night Graduation Party. Other previous service includes the Greater Williamsburg Area Chamber & Tourism Alliance\, Williamsburg-James City County Education Foundation (founding member)\, TowneBank and Hospice House and Support Care of the Williamsburg. He is also a graduate of the Civic Leadership Institute and Leadership Fairfax. \nEric Majchrzak | CEO\, BeachFleischman \nEric Majchrzak is CEO and Chairman of BeachFleischman LLP\, Arizona’s largest locally-owned CPA firm and a “Top 200 Largest CPA Firm in the U.S.” Prior to his appointment to CEO\, he was an accounting firm marketer and strategist with over 20 years’ experience in the accounting profession.  He has been named multiple times to Accounting Today Magazine’s list of the “Top 100 Most Influential People” and was named AAM’s “Rookie of the Year” (2006)\, “Marketer of the Year” (2015)\, and inductee into the AAM Hall of Fame (2018). Eric has been an AAM member for 20 years and served 2 terms on the Board of Directors. He has also served on various AAM committees\, task forces\, and was a keynote speaker for the 2021 AAM Summit. Eric enjoys offering guidance and mentoring to AAM members and helping them elevate their careers \n  \n  \nJack Kolmansberger | Chief Growth Officer\, Herbein \nJack Kolmansberger joined Herbein as CMO in 2008. Before Herbein\, he had a great 12-year run as marketing director at Asher & Company\, Inc. (which joined BDO in 2012). As CMO\, he focused on strategic planning and the integration of marketing throughout the firm. In 2022\, he was promoted to CGO.  He is charged with leading data analytics\, business development\, and client experience teams to drive profitable revenue.  Jack is the founding president of the chartered Greater Philadelphia Chapter of AAM. He worked alongside many incredible AAM members as secretary\, vice president\, and president of AAM’s national board of directors. In 2006\, he was honored with the AAM Volunteer of the Year award\, and he was inducted into AAM’s Hall of Fame in 2018. \n\nModerator\nKatie Tolin | President\, CPA Growth Guides \n\nKatie Tolin founded CPA Growth Guides after a decades-long in-house marketing career that saw her named Accounting Marketer of the Year\, one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Public Accounting and one of the Most Powerful Women in Accounting. She was also inducted into the Accounting Marketing Hall of Fame\, is a former president of the Association for Accounting Marketing and is a contributing author to “Bull’s-Eye! The Ultimate How-To Marketing & Sales Guide for CPAs.” Throughout her career working with local\, regional and national professional services firms\, she has developed highly successful programs notable for innovation\, data-driven marketing strategies and measurable success in moving firms forward. Today she works as a consultant or an outsourced chief growth officer helping firms connect the dots between strategy and action to ensure they receive a positive ROI in the areas of marketing\, business development\, product management/innovation and client experience. In addition\, she runs mastermind groups focused on firm growth through Rally Rounds and teaches business development leadership through Power Up Professionals. \n\n 
URL:https://accountingmarketing.org/event/aam-high-webinar-how-cpa-firms-really-make-money-and-grow/
CATEGORIES:AAM High Webinar
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