AICPA Town Hall

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Oct 2026

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The AICPA Town Hall Series provides the latest news and updates on pressing issues facing the accounting profession. Hear from AICPA executive leads Susan Coffey, CEO – Public Accounting, AICPA, and Erik Asgeirsson, President and CEO, CPA.com as they are joined by Barry Melancon and leading subject matter experts, to dive into key drivers of this accelerated time of change. Hear the latest updates and guidance from Treasury and SBA as well as review top firm questions surrounding the CARES Act and PPP forgiveness.

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October 15, 20261 hr 1 min

AI-driven transformation and considerations for auditors — Oct. 15

During the Oct. 15 AICPA Town Hall, CPA.com's Erik Asgeirsson was joined by Withum's Jim Bourke and CBIZ's Peter Scavuzzo for a tech discussion on emerging AI capabilities, accelerating transformation and how firms can adapt their business models to keep pace. Plus, AICPA's Carl Mayes and Jennifer Burns shared insights on how AI is being used across the audit process. Along with the latest DC and technical updates you need to know. Topics include: DC Update AI considerations for auditors Navigating AI-driven transformation Technical update

October 1, 20261 hr 2 min

Upskilling teams and protecting your firm from cyber risks — Oct. 1

During the Oct. 1 AICPA Town Hall, CPA.com's Kim Blascoe and Baker Tilly's Angela MacPhee shared insights on upskilling teams to deliver advisory services. AICPA's Lisa Simpson, CNA's Sarah Ference and Aon's Nicole Graham kicked off Cybersecurity Awareness Month with real-world cyber and professional liability stories and steps firms can take to help prevent them. We also covered the latest DC and technical updates shaping the profession.

September 17, 20261 hr 2 min

Executive Roundtable insights and business employment trends – Sept. 17

During the Sept. 17 Town Hall, CPA.com CEO Erik Asgeirsson and technology executive David Wyle shared key insights from the CPA.com and AICPA Executive Roundtable, including how AI is reshaping firm operations, value creation and collaboration across the technology ecosystem. Paychex CEO John Gibson also discussed business employment trends and the evolving labor market. The Town Hall also featured the latest DC and technical updates shaping the profession.

September 3, 20261 hr 1 min

Leading beyond drama and what's next for finance – Sept. 3

During the Sept. 3 AICPA Town Hall, Reality-Based Leadership's Alex Dorr shared his five-step framework for helping leaders navigate change, overcome resistance and move teams forward. AICPA's Lisa Simpson and Tom Hood also discussed the latest Future of Finance updates. The Town Hall also featured the latest DC and technical updates shaping the profession.

August 20, 20261 hr 1 min

SQMS 1 readiness and building the profession's talent pipeline – Aug. 20

During the Aug. 20 AICPA Town Hall, CPA.com's Emily Remington and AICPA's Tim Kindem explored the SOQM landscape from a peer review perspective, including key considerations as firms move from risk assessment to monitoring, remediation, and peer review readiness. AICPA's Lisa Simpson and Lexi Weber also shared talent considerations for the profession. The Town Hall also featured the latest DC and technical updates shaping the profession.

August 6, 20261 hr 2 min

Navigating CP53E notices, AI and emerging risk considerations — Aug. 6

During the Aug. 6 AICPA Town Hall, AICPA's Mark Koziel shared an update on the CPA trust brand awareness campaign, while AICPA's Melanie Lauridsen and AICPA Chair Jan Lewis discussed CP53E notice updates. Melanie was also joined by CNA Insurance's Sarah Ference and Aon's Nicole Graham to discuss key risk considerations for firms, including the evolving impact of AI. The Town Hall also featured a profession update, and the latest DC and technical updates shaping the profession.

July 23, 20261 hr 2 min

Leadership perspectives on banking landscape and AI – July 23

During the July 23 #AICPATownHall, CPA.com's Erik Asgeirsson and AICPA's Mark Koziel welcomed American Bankers Association President and CEO Rob Nichols for a leadership discussion on the current banking market outlook, state of fintech and AI in banking. We also covered a profession update and the latest DC and technical updates shaping the profession.

July 9, 20261 hr 1 min

The shift to advisory and new AI tax research insights — July 9

In this week's AICPA Town Hall, CPA.com's Erik Asgeirsson was joined by CPA.com's Brandon Allfrey and Blue J CEO Ben Alarie to discuss AI's impact on tax transformation. AICPA's Erin Hartman was also joined by Chet Buchman of Swindoll, Janzen, Hawk & Lloyd to discuss practical strategies for moving from compliance to advisory. The Town Hall also covered the latest DC and technical updates shaping the profession.

June 25, 20261 hr 0 min

Rise2040: Shaping the future of accounting and finance — June 25

In this week's #AICPATownHall, CPA.com's Erik Asgeirsson is joined by The Marks Group's Gene Marks to discuss the economic outlook for firms and small businesses, while AICPA's Lisa Simpson joins AICPA's Tom Hood to dive into the new Rise 2040 initiative and the future of the profession. Plus, catch up on the latest DC and technical updates you rely on.

June 8, 20261 hr 17 min

Trends around the profession (live from ENGAGE) – June 8

During the June 8 #AICPATownHall, broadcast live from ENGAGE, CPA.com's Erik Asgeirsson joined AICPA's Mark Koziel, Susan Coffey, Lisa Simpson, and newly appointed AICPA Chair Jan Lewis to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of accounting. The conversation explored key developments impacting firms and the profession, along with insights from accounting leadership on what lies ahead.