Firm Management August 26, 2026
Nick Steiner Named CEO of BPM
Nick Steiner, a 20-year veteran of BPM, has been appointed as the top 50 accounting firm's next CEO, succeeding Jim Wallace, who announced his retirement last March.
Firm Management August 18, 2026
The Succession Crisis Reshaping Accounting
This isn’t simply a succession problem—it’s an industry-wide shift that could force thousands of accounting firms to sell, merge, or close, disrupting client relationships built over decades.
Firm Management July 10, 2026
Avoid Assumptions: Use Career Conversations to Guide Your Firm’s Succession Planning
A succession plan built on assumptions is likely to fall short of expectations when it matters most.
Small Business June 3, 2026
Column: While Grads Fret About AI Taking Jobs, Small Businesses Need Buyers
There is an appealing opportunity taking shape for young workers: Baby boomer entrepreneurs are rapidly retiring without clear successors.
Small Business March 30, 2026
6 Warning Signs a Business Lacks a Real Exit Strategy
More than 80% of people across all generations agree that having an exit strategy is essential for their business's future, yet companies often remain unprepared.
Firm Management March 11, 2026
Beyond the Exit Plan: Designing Succession Around Vision and Continuity
Intentional succession starts with the lived, operational vision that shows up in how you lead, invest, promote, and make tradeoffs.