What does cybersecurity really mean for today’s CPA firms? In this episode, we sit down with Luke Kiely, Chief Information Security Officer at SmartVault and Chief Security Officer at ComplyWise, to explore why cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue, but a firm-wide responsibility.

Luke breaks down how most breaches still begin with a simple email and a distracted click, why busy season increases vulnerability, and the practical safeguards firms can put in place without a massive IT budget.

This episode offers clear, actionable insight into protecting client data and securing the future of your firm.

Resources:

1. Luke Kiely LinkedIn Profile
2. SmartVault
3. ComplyWise
4. FTC Safeguards Rule Overview
5. IRS Publication 4557 – Safeguarding Taxpayer Data

What does the future of audit oversight look like in a rapidly changing world? In this episode, we sit down with Christina Ho, who recently announced her departure from the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), for an inside look at what’s next for audit regulation.

Christina shares her perspective on using AI and advanced analytics in audit oversight, the importance of common-sense regulation, and how regulators can balance investor protection with innovation and market resilience.

This timely conversation offers valuable insight into the forces shaping audit quality and trust in today’s capital markets.

Resources:

1. Christina Ho LinkedIn Profile
2. MACPA Accounting & Auditing Resources

What can CPAs and business leaders learn from one of the most entertaining organizations in the world? In this episode, we sit down with Tim Naddy, CFO of the Savannah Bananas, to explore how purpose, culture, and leadership drive performance in high-pressure environments.

Behind the dancing players and sold-out stadiums is a clear philosophy. The Bananas do not just play baseball. They create joy. Tim shares how a strong sense of purpose helps teams manage intense schedules, constant travel, and burnout, and why culture must be treated as infrastructure, not a perk. He explains how empathy, flexibility, and engaged leadership keep people energized and performing at their best.

You can hear more from Tim live as the keynote speaker at MACPA’s 2026 Converge event on April 30 at the BWI Hilton.

Resources:

1. Dr. Tim Naddy LinkedIn profile
2. Savannah Bananas website
3. 2026 Converge event page & registration