In this forward-looking session, we’ll explore the emerging technologies and innovations poised to reshape the accounting landscape in 2025 and beyond. From AI and advanced automation to the proliferation of industry-specific top-level domains, discover how these advancements can streamline workflows, improve firm branding, and drive growth. Hear from Randy Johnston, CEO of Network Management Group, and Mario Ogu, Lead Marketing Manager at CPA.com as they break down the practical applications of these tools, discuss key trends, and offer actionable strategies to help your firm stay competitive and client-focused.
Identify the emerging technologies influencing the accounting field
List practical strategies to drive firm expansion
Outline tactical strategies to sustain competitiveness in the industry
CPA.com
Marketing Manager
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(855) 855-5CPA
Mario Ogu is a seasoned marketing professional with a passion for digital innovation and brand development. As the Lead Marketing Manager at CPA.com, he plays a pivotal role in spearheading the marketing strategies for .cpa domains and the renowned Digital CPA Conference. Mario brings nearly a decade of marketing expertise, with experience across diverse sectors including the accounting profession and the mortgage industry.
Network Management Group, Inc.
Founder & CEO
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(620) 664-6000 x112
Randolph P. (Randy) Johnston, MCS, has been a top-rated speaker in the technology industry for over 30 years. He was inducted into the Accounting Hall of Fame in 2011. He was selected as a Top 25 Thought Leader in Accounting from 2011-2013. His influence throughout the accounting industry is highlighted once again this year by being a recipient of the 2013 Accounting Today's Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting award for the tenth consecutive year. Among his many other awards, he holds the honor of being one of nine technology stars in the U.S. by Accounting Technology Magazine. Randy writes a monthly column for The CPA Practice Advisor, articles for the Journal of Accountancy, and creates articles for both accounting and technology publications and the author of numerous books. He has started and owns multiple businesses, including K2 Enterprises in Hammond, Louisiana, and Network Management Group, Inc. in Hutchinson, Kansas. In 2010, NMGI announced its national support of CPA firms. His wife and four children enjoy many experiences, including theater, music, travel, golf, skiing, snorkeling, and model trains. Randy’s experience as a college instructor, management and technology consultant and advisor to the industry will be obvious to you in today’s presentation.
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CPA.com was formed by the American Institute of CPAs. AICPA leadership knew the unprecedented pace of technological change required firms to adapt quickly and overcome the challenges of the partnership model to meet that goal. It charged CPA.com management with creating a business model, value proposition and infrastructure to help firms identify emerging trends and technologies and provide education, training and resources that would accelerate adoption.
CPA.com serves as a catalyst in the development of virtual CFO/controller services by firms and is now shifting its focus to similar innovations in tax and audit practices, with an emphasis on automation, artificial intelligence and the adoption of blockchain technology.