More to My Story: A Baker Tilly Podcast

Principal and General Counsel Theresa Meiners discusses how she has achieved success throughout her law career while making time for what's most important in her life — her family. More to my Story highlights professionals at Baker Tilly and celebrates their unique passions and interests.

Senior Audit Associate Paige Pillon discusses how Baker Tilly supported her in taking a leave from work so she could develop new self-care practices that help her recharge and stay focused. She also shares her passion for the art and science of baking. More to my Story highlights professionals at Baker Tilly and celebrates their unique passions and interests.

This episode ventures outside the walls of Baker Tilly US to meet Androulla Soteri of Baker Tilly International, or BTI - a worldwide network of independent firms across 148 territories. As Director of People for our international network, Androulla shares how she focuses on the experience of team members, whether it's enhancing culture, expanding learning opportunities or finding new career paths. More to my Story highlights professionals at Baker Tilly and celebrates their unique passions and interests.

Brad Polizzano, senior tax manager, shares his thoughts on the latest cryptocurrency trends, the cannabis industry and how, as a former member of a cover band, his penchant for playing music and singing karaoke has helped him bond with coworkers. More to my Story highlights professionals at Baker Tilly and celebrates their unique passions and interests.

Robert Eyler joins Eric Factor and Daniel Belfiore to discuss the routines that help him maintain his mental health while working in the fast-paced audit and accounting industry. As a senior audit manager, Robert shares how he encourages himself and his team to take time to unplug and recharge. More to my Story highlights professionals at Baker Tilly and celebrates their unique passions and interests.

Assurance Associate Hannah Smith joins Eric Factor and Daniel Belfiore to discuss her career path and strategies for passing the CPA exam. Hannah also shares how she founded a network to support team members studying for the exam and how growing up in a Jewish and Catholic household led her to greater appreciation for all cultures.More to My Story is a podcast focused on connecting with professionals at Baker Tilly on their passions and interests and celebrating what makes them unique.

Baker Tilly CEO Alan Whitman joins Eric Factor and Daniel Belfiore to discuss his interests and career path to CEO. Alan shares how he balances his leadership responsibilities while maintaining relationships outside of the office, which starts with his commitment to fitness and family time. More to My Story is a podcast focused on connecting with professionals at Baker Tilly on their passions and interests and celebrating what makes them unique.

Baker Tilly Consulting Manager Monique Caston joins Eric Factor and Dan Belfiore to discuss her passion for making a difference through affordable housing and how she came to be a leader of the Baker Tilly Black Community – an internal group dedicated to empowering Black team members by creating a space for authenticity, friendship, and professional growth.  More to My Story is a podcast focused on connecting with professionals at Baker Tilly on their passions and interests and celebrating what makes them unique.

Baker Tilly Enterprise Technology Support Technician Erika Gajardo joins Eric Factor and Daniel Belfiore to discuss her experience as a musician and shares how other artists have influenced her songwriting. Erika also details her efforts to raise awareness of neurodiversity with the support of the BTNovus community, a group at Baker Tilly where young professionals connect around shared values and experiences.More to My Story is a podcast focused on connecting with professionals at Baker Tilly on their passions and interests and celebrating what makes them unique. 

In the first episode of More to My Story, Baker Tilly team members Eric Factor and Daniel Belfiore, joined by Partner Dave Capitano, discuss Dave's career journey with our firm and his bodybuilding practice outside of the office. Dave also shares insights as leader of our higher education advisory practice, explaining the potential of gaming and esports in college athletics departments. More to My Story is a podcast focused on connecting with professionals at Baker Tilly on their passions and interests and celebrating what makes them unique.