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AICPA News – Nov. 2025

AICPA November 3, 2025 

AICPA News – Nov. 2025

AICPA News is a round-up of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs, the Association of International CPAs, and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

Mary Girsch-Bock

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September 19, 2016 

Chris DeBlanc, CPA/PFS, CFP – 2016 40 Under 40 Honoree

Chris DeBlanc, CPA/PFS, CFP Senior Tax AssociateRSM US LLPMcLean, VAhttp://rsmus.com   Q&A: Aside from the accounting websites, which blog/website do you consider a must-read? I believe in economically empowering the individual. This is my passion and my hobby. I read a lot about personal finance and economics. I do most of my reading at Yahoo...…

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September 19, 2016 

Meredith Root, CPA, MBA – 2016 40 Under 40 Honoree

Meredith Root, CPA, MBA Director of OperationsRootworksBloomington, INwww.rootworks.com   Q&A: Aside from the accounting websites, which blog/website do you consider a must-read? I read the Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review and Architectural Digest on a regular basis. Wall Street Journal keeps me informed of what is happening in the world and business. I use...…

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September 19, 2016 

Chris Ragain, CPA – 2016 20 Under 40 Superstars Honoree

Chris Ragain, CPA President/OwnerRagain Financial Inc.Bonita Springs, FLwww.ragainfinancial.com   Q&A:   Aside from the accounting websites, which blog/website do you consider a must-read? Blake Oliver writes a great roundup of cloud accounting issues.  His site is blakeoliver.com and as accountants become more and more responsible for the technology our clients use, his piece is a...…

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September 19, 2016 

Caleb L. Jenkins, CQP – 2016 40 Under 40 Honoree

Caleb L. Jenkins, CQP Leader of Cloud AccountingRLJ Financial Services, Inc.Ceres, CAwww.rljfinancial.com   Q&A: 1. Aside from the accounting websites, which blog/website do you consider a must-read? I typically browse through the Wall Street Journal and Google Finance most days to learn what is happening in the world and in the financial markets. In regards...…

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September 19, 2016 

Rachel Gregg, CPA – 2016 20 Under 40 Superstars Honoree

Rachel Gregg, CPA Co-Founder, Managing PartnerregroupTAX / Lolana CPAsSan Diego, CA   Q&A: Aside from the accounting websites, which blog/website do you consider a must-read? TechCrunch gets me every time. The website is all about profiling startups, reviewing new internet products, and breaking tech news. My favorite part is its sister website Crunchbase.com where you...…

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September 19, 2016 

Brett E. Mills, CPA, MSA – 2016 40 Under 40 Honoree

Brett E. Mills, CPA, MSA PartnerMcCarthy, Rose & Mills, LLPFrisco, Texaswww.mrmcpas.com   Q&A: Aside from the accounting websites, which blog/website do you consider a must-read? To cut down on my screen-time, I prefer podcasts and books over blogs. Some podcasts I’m listening to are: Inc. Uncensored, TEDTalks, EOFire, Freakonomics Radio, & the Tim Ferriss Show....…

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September 19, 2016 

Lindsey Curley, CPA, CGMA – 2016 40 Under 40 Honoree

Lindsey Curley, CPA, CGMA Senior Technical Manager, Firm ServicesAICPA   Q&A: Aside from the accounting websites, which blog/website do you consider a must-read? I must admit that I’m old school and much prefer a book in my hand rather than a blog or website. However, Momastery and Jen Hatmater’s blog are two that frequently grab...…

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September 19, 2016 

Danielle Supkis Cheek, CPA, CFE, CVA – 2016 40 Under 40 Honoree

Danielle Supkis Cheek,  CPA, CFE, CVA PresidentD. Supkis Cheek, PLLCHouston, TX      www.DSupkisCheek.com   Q&A:   Aside from the accounting websites, which blog/website do you consider a must-read? Houston Business Journal. It is a must read for any business person that operates in the Houston market. In what ways have you contributed to your firm/company...…

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September 19, 2016 

Kelly Ward, CPA, CGMA, EA, MBA – 2016 40 Under 40 Honoree

Kelly Ward, CPA, CGMA, EA, MBA Principal/CPARobinson & Ward, PCFairbanks, Alaskawww.facebook.com/kellywardcpa1     Q&A: Aside from the accounting websites, which blog/website do you consider a must-read? I love to watch the daily videos and read the blog at www.geoffwelch.com. Not only have I had the pleasure to have Geoff as a facilitator in a leadership...…

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September 19, 2016 

Scott Hoppe, CPA, CGMA, MST, DBA – 2016 40 Under 40 Honoree

Scott Hoppe, CPA, CGMA, MST, DBA OwnerHoppe TaxSan Francisco, CAwww.hoppetax.com   Q&A: Aside from the accounting websites, which blog/website do you consider a must-read? https://www.jeffsanders.com/ He is a game changer on productivity and thinking how to become the best you. Podcast is a MUST listen. In what ways have you contributed to your firm/company to...…

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September 19, 2016 

Elizabeth Pittelkow, CPA, CITP, CGMA, DTM – 2016 40 Under 40 Honoree

Elizabeth Pittelkow, CPA, CITP, CGMA, DTM Director of Accounting and ComplianceArrowStream, Inc.Chicago, ILwww.arrowstream.com   Q&A: Aside from the accounting websites, which blog/website do you consider a must-read? I am inspired by the life and leadership lessons of Richard Branson. He is an excellent storyteller, enthusiastic adventurer, and successful professional. He loves to share his experiences,...…

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September 19, 2016 

Adam B. Freedenberg, CPA, CVA, CFE – 2016 40 Under 40 Honoree

Adam B. Freedenberg ManagerSantos, Postal & Company, P.C.Rockville, Marylandwww.SantosPostal.com   Q&A: Aside from the accounting websites, which blog/website do you consider a must-read? I am always reading the Washington Business Journal each week. With our firm located in the D.C. metropolitan area, the publication is a great way to get a pulse of what is...…