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We continue our SEC-focused series with a discussion of management's discussion and analysis (MD&A), a topic that remains a consistent focus in SEC staff comment letters. In this episode, we explore the latest trends, common themes, and areas of emphasis—including results of operations, liquidity, and critical accounting estimates—and share practical considerations as companies prepare year-end filings.In this episode, we discuss:1:31 – An overview of SEC comment letter trends related to MD&A6:43 – The results of operations25:16 – Liquidity and capital resources28:30 – Critical accounting estimates35:24 – Final reminders and best practices related to MD&AIn case you missed it, check out the previous episodes in this SEC-focused series:SEC now: Segments 2025 comment letter trendsSEC now: 2025 comment letter trends on transactionsSEC now: Non-GAAP 2025 comment letter trendsSEC now: Today's landscape and recent developmentsFor more on the SEC, listen to our recent episodes:Key takeaways from the AICPA & CIMA ConferenceSEC to revisit quarterly reporting: Pros, cons, and what's aheadBe sure to follow this podcast on your favorite podcast app and subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay in the loop.About our guestsLindsay McCord is a PwC National Office partner specializing in matters related to the SEC and the capital markets. Prior to joining PwC, Lindsay spent over 15 years at the SEC, most recently as the Chief Accountant in the Division of Corporation Finance. In this role, Lindsay led an accounting team in providing technical accounting and reporting support to the Division, including SEC rulemaking, interpretation, and guidance.Ryan Spencer is a partner at PwC's National Office specializing in SEC reporting matters both for US domestic issuers and some of the world's largest foreign SEC registrants. He has over 25 years of experience serving clients and is a frequent contributor to PwC's publications.About our guest hostKyle Moffatt is PwC's Professional Practice leader, leading a team responsible for working with standard setters and regulators as well as delivering brand-defining thought leadership and educational materials. He also consults with engagement teams and audit clients on SEC reporting matters. Before PwC, Kyle spent almost 20 years with the SEC, most recently as Chief Accountant and Disclosure Program Director in the Division of Corporation Finance.Transcripts available upon request for individuals who may need a disability-related accommodation. Please send requests to us_podcast@pwc.com Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name.

In today's episode, Carly sits down with Scarlett Leung, Chief Brand Officer and Co-founder of Pretty Tasty, a collagen tea company. Scarlett shares her unconventional path from accountant, to turnaround CEO, to CPG founder, and how growing up around intense family entrepreneurship shaped her views on work. This conversation covers Scarlett's experiences navigating parental expectations, making big career pivots without a rigid 5-year plan, and the stripped-back, unglamorous reality that is founding a consumer brand.References:AllSaints: https://www.allsaints.com/Carolina Herrera: https://www.carolinaherrera.com/Deepak Chopra: https://www.deepakchopra.com/Deloitte: https://www.deloitte.com/global/en.htmlEstée Lauder: https://www.esteelauder.com/FreshDirect: https://www.freshdirect.com/Gucci Group / Kering: https://www.kering.com/Honest Tea: https://www.honesttea.com/L'Oréal: https://www.loreal.com/en/Lancôme: https://www.lancome-usa.com/LVMH: https://www.lvmh.com/MIT: https://www.mit.edu/Philip Morris International: https://www.pmi.com/Pretty Tasty: https://www.prettytasty.com/PwC: https://www.pwc.com/Sugarbreak: https://www.sugarbreak.com/Target: https://www.target.com/Uniqlo: https://www.uniqlo.com/University of Waterloo: https://uwaterloo.ca/Virgin Group: https://www.virgin.com/Waterloo Sparkling Water: https://www.drinkwaterloo.com/Timestamps:(01:17) Growing up with an entrepreneurial family(06:59) The decision to study accounting(09:47) Should you choose a risky career path?(13:39) Unpacking Scarlett's unique career journey(18:12) Lessons learned from a travel-heavy role(22:51) Why you need to advocate for yourself(23:39) Why Scarlett went to MIT business school(26:11) Scarlett's superpower in business(31:10) Pretty Tasty's culture manifesto(32:55) The journey to founding Pretty Tasty(36:16) Developing the collagen product(38:44) The one thing most CPG founders miss(40:05) Advice for someone starting a company(42:15) Scarlett's scariest founder moment(44:41) How to navigate a quarter-life crisis

PwC's new training program aims to give early-career recruits hands-on experience integrating artificial intelligence tools into everyday work. The Big Four accounting and advisory firm started piloting AI immersion sessions in October, with a full rollout to new US associates slated for July. The sessions are happening across PwC's tax, assurance, and advisory business. "We truly believe that the role of the new associate will be changing with AI and that their role will become somewhat elevated, and we need to make sure that we're really training them on those skills to work and think differently," said Margaret Burke, the firmwide talent acquisition and development leader for PwC US. Like its competitors, PwC has recently funneled resources into next generation autonomous tools aimed at handling routine tasks solo. The firm said in November it shed about 150 jobs across marketing, human resources, and other US support roles as part of a longer-term effort modernizing its back-office unit, including through using new AI tools. In this week's Talking Tax, Burke and PwC US Tax Leader Krishnan Chandrasekhar sat down with Bloomberg Tax reporter Jorja Siemons to discuss how the AI trainings have gone so far and what skills they hope new employees learn. Do you have feedback on this episode of Talking Tax? Give us a call and leave a voicemail at 703-341-3690.

Doug McHoney (PwC's International Tax Services Global Leader) is joined by Hanan Abboud, a Dubai‑based International Tax and M&A partner who leads PwC's Pillar Two efforts across the Middle East. Doug and Hanan discuss the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC) region's corporate tax landscape, including country differences, Zakat as a covered tax, and the prevalence of withholding and treaty networks. They then map Middle East Pillar Two adoption: Bahrain's QDMTT, Kuwait's QDMTT, Oman's IIR, Qatar's DMTT plus IIR, the UAE's QDMTT, and Saudi Arabia's lack of announcements. They dive into filing timelines, estimated payments, the evolving incentive landscape, the intersection with free zones, as well as practical pain points: data, provisioning, governance, and allocating top‑up taxes. 

Two hundred years ago, jobs lasted generations. Your grandfather kept the same job for 40 years. Today? You'll change jobs at least 12 times in your working life—and you're unlikely to be doing what you're doing now in just five years.The job cycle has collapsed from multi-generational stability to something almost unpredictable, and AI is accelerating this change beyond anything we've seen before. But here's the truth most people miss: AI isn't taking your job. Your outdated skills are.In this episode, we break down what employees need to do to stay relevant and how employers can manage workforce transitions without destroying their teams. You'll hear real examples from companies getting it right—Citibank trained 175,000 employees, Amazon invested $1.2 billion, and PwC created gamified learning that attracts 9,000 participants monthly.Workers now need new skills every decade, not every generation. Self-education isn't optional anymore. Companies that figure out how to retrain their people will dominate their industries. Those that don't will lose their best talent.The pace of change isn't slowing down. This episode gives you the playbook for navigating it—one Golden Hour at a time.Connect with Chris Cooper:Website - https://businessisgood.com/

About Madhu Pawar:Madhu Pawar is a board director and cross-disciplinary technology leader operating at the intersection of healthcare, data, and product innovation. She serves on the Board of Directors at Talkspace (NASDAQ: TALK) and is the Chief Product Officer for Optum Insight, where she drives product strategy and platform innovation across UnitedHealth Group's most critical assets. Prior to Optum, she spent over six years at Google leading the global SMB Ads product ecosystem—overseeing AI-driven insights platforms, multi-billion-dollar revenue lines, and large-scale engineering, product, and operations teams across multiple continents. Madhu also teaches consumer analytics in healthcare as an adjunct professor at Carnegie Mellon University. Earlier in her career, she was a partner in McKinsey's Global Healthcare Practice, where she built and scaled technology and services businesses for payers, providers, and fast-growth health companies. She began her career in software engineering at Hewlett-Packard Labs, earning patents in authentication and location-aware computing, followed by roles at PwC in security and technology. Madhu holds graduate degrees from Stanford School of Medicine and Carnegie Mellon University and a bachelor's in computer engineering from Nanyang Technological University.Things You'll Learn:Real-time data exchange between payers and providers can significantly reduce the confusion, delays, and costs associated with today's claims processes. AI-enabled reasoning over contracts and encounters improves accuracy from the start.Optum Real aims to bridge the transparency gap by connecting stakeholders through a multi-party hub, enabling real-time understanding of coverage and reimbursement. Early pilots show tangible reductions in denials and improved patient clarity.The majority of first-time denied claims are avoidable, signaling an industry-wide opportunity to remove unnecessary rework. Solving this problem increases efficiency for providers, payers, and patients.Real-time intelligence opens the door for more effective value-based care arrangements. When providers can see financial implications instantly, incentives align more naturally.The long-term vision includes real-time payment flows, AI-driven clinical decision support, and improved patient engagement. Breaking down paper-based silos will unlock entirely new use cases at scale.Resources:Connect with and follow Madhu Pawar on LinkedIn.Follow Optum on LinkedIn and visit their website.

The Information's CEO Jessica Lessin speaks with TITV Host Akash Pasricha about her 2026 predictions including major tech layoffs and the momentum of Google Gemini. We also talk with AI reporter Stephanie Palazzolo about Amazon's need to acquire an AI lab, Deputy Bureau Chief Katie Roof about a record-setting H2 for IPOs led by SpaceX, and Crypto reporter Yueqi Yang about Tether laying the groundwork for a public offering. Finally, we discuss the future of agentic commerce with PwC's Dallas Dolen and wrap with Co-Executive Editor Martin Peers on why ByteDance is the real winner of the TikTok battle.Articles discussed on this episode: https://www.theinformation.com/briefings/bytedance-signs-deal-create-u-s-tiktok-venturehttps://www.theinformation.com/articles/googles-ai-weakness-turned-strengthTITV airs on YouTube, X and LinkedIn at 10AM PT / 1PM ET. Or check us out wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe to: - The Information on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theinformation- The Information: https://www.theinformation.com/subscribe_hSign up for the AI Agenda newsletter: https://www.theinformation.com/features/ai-agenda

When you're filling in a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet, the idea of an international competition testing those skills is probably far from your mind. Yet Excel has become an esport, with competitors from around the world solving high‑pressure challenges on a major stage in Las Vegas. This year, University of Pretoria student Pieter Pienaar became the world champion in the 2025 Microsoft Excel Collegiate Challenge. Pienaar, who is currently completing his chartered accountant articles with PwC, told BizNews that for him Excel is a powerful problem‑solving tool, and that is exactly what the championship tested. When it comes to future developments in Excel, he strongly supports the role of AI because it democratises problem‑solving, provided companies act responsibly and ensure proper auditing. But, he adds, it should definitely not be used by the National Treasury to do your taxes.

Doug McHoney (PwC's International Tax Services Global Leader) is joined by Beth Bell, a principal in PwC's Washington National Tax Services Policy group. Beth previously served as a senior advisor at the U.S. Treasury Department, tax counsel for the House Ways and Means Committee, and policy director and tax counsel in the U.S. Senate. Doug and Beth discuss contrasts between Senate personal offices and House committee roles; Ways and Means' tax jurisdiction; and Beth's experience moving from Congress to Treasury. Next, they jump into how DST disputes led to Pillar One and ultimately the emergence of Pillar Two; Build Back Better legislation; the Pillar Two model rules; U.S. credit design under Pillar Two; and the new administration's response to Pillar Two. 

In this replay from the Kindness Matters series, Kristine Carlson sits down with global leadership expert, humanitarian, and #1 bestselling author Robin Sharma for a heartfelt, wisdom-rich conversation on why kindness is foundational to life mastery, leadership, and meaningful success.    You'll learn: the unforgettable story of Robin meeting Richard Carlson, and the last words Richard shared how relationships, service, and generosity fuel success and build great companies Robin's learning framework, The Four Interior Empires of Mindset, Heartset, Healthset, and Soulset which strengthens our inner foundation so we show up as our best self This inspiring conversation reminds us that kindness is not only who we are at our best—it's what elevates every area of our lives.   Guest bio: Robin Sharma is a globally respected humanitarian who, for over a quarter of a century, has been devoted to helping human beings realize their native gifts. Widely considered one of the top leadership and personal mastery experts and speakers in the world, his clients include NASA, Microsoft, Nike, Unilever, General Electric, FedEx, HP, Starbucks, Oracle, Yale University, PwC, IBM Watson, and the Young Presidents' Organization. As a presenter, Robin Sharma possesses the rare ability to electrify an audience while delivering uncommonly original and tactical insights that lead to individuals doing their best work, teams providing superb results and organizations becoming unbeatable. His #1 international bestsellers such as The 5AM Club, The Wealth Money Can't Buy, The Everyday Hero Manifesto, The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari, and Who Will Cry When You Die? have sold 25+million copies in over ninety-two languages and dialects; making him one of the most widely read authors in the world.    As a special thank you to our listeners, please visit www.kristinecarlson.com/kindness for a free download of an invigorating guided meditation by Kristine—an exclusive sneak peek of her Guided Meditation Series releasing soon.  

Today's episode of the Punk CX podcast is with Phil Regnault, Marketing Transformation Partner at PwC & PwC's Adobe Alliance Leader. Phil and I talk about the recently published results of PwC's 2025 Customer Experience Survey, which was a US-focused survey, and a recently released fresh cut of their survey featuring exclusive insights from Adobe users. We also talk about how many organisations are still struggling to scale their AI projects, generate meaningful commercial returns, or drive improvements in customer outcomes, and what he sees the most successful companies doing to overcome these challenges. We finish off with Phil's best advice, his Punk CX brand and his very own good news story. This interview follows on from my recent interview – Douglas Adams' Babelfish concept just got much closer – Interview with Sharath Keshava Narayana of Sanas – and is number 567 in the series of interviews with authors and business leaders who are doing great things, providing valuable insights, helping businesses innovate and delivering great service and experience to both their customers and their employees.

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With the PRA's PS20/24 rules requiring UK insurers to complete their first Solvent Exit Analysis by June 2026, this episode breaks down what solvent exit planning means in practice. Guest host and PwC Director Pete Thomas speaks with Directors Sarah Watson and James Cameron, and PwC's Global Insurance Regulatory Leader Carlos Montalvo to explore: how the new regime fits within the UK's evolving recovery and resolution framework; the international context; and lessons from real cases of insurer stress and failure. Our expert guests discuss how firms can leverage existing ORSA, wind-down and resilience work; and how to overcome practical challenges around triggers, data, and operational readiness. We also unpack how effective solvent exit planning can unlock capital, sharpen decision-making under stress, and strengthen overall resilience. Please contact peter.m.thomas@pwc.com if you'd like to discuss any of the issues covered. To hear more from us on financial services risk & regulation, you can access all our regular publications at this site: https://www.pwc.co.uk/industries/financial-services/understanding-regulatory-developments.html. 

Nell'ultimo episodio dello spin-off Zero to AI, Pasquale Viscanti intervista Luca Ioime di Boosha AI per spiegare come le aziende stanno integrando l'Intelligenza Artificiale con successo, dal mapping dei processi all'implementazione delle soluzioni concrete. Libro HUMAN RELOADED: https://amzn.to/4evkVWvIncontra tutti i protagonisti dell'AI alla AI WEEK 2026: Arsenalia, PwC, AlterMind, NTT Data, Reply e tanti altri. Scoprili tutti su https://www.aiweek.it Pasquale Viscanti e Giacinto Fiore ti guideranno alla scoperta di quello che sta accadendo grazie o a causa dell'Intelligenza Artificiale, spiegandola semplice.Puoi iscriverti anche alla newsletter su: https://www.iaspiegatasemplice.it

Greenhushing, Communication, and Stakeholder Engagement for Endowments with Lane Jost In this crossover episode of The Future of Finance and Beyond Carbon, hosts Georges Dyer and Chris Ito sit down with Lane Jost, Head of Sustainability & Governance Advisory at Edelman Smithfield, for a candid conversation about the evolving ESG and sustainable investing landscape. Lane traces the arc of ESG from its “1.0” early days to today's politically charged environment, unpacking the dynamics of greenwashing, greenhushing, regulatory risk, and the often-confusing language that shapes public perception. They examine what this moment means for endowments, asset managers, and campus stakeholders, and discuss Edelman Smithfield's work with endowments on strategic communications strategies. Ultimately, the episode balances realism about political headwinds with optimism about market innovation, improved governance, and the long-term trajectory toward resilience and value creation. Guest Lane Jost – Head of Sustainability & Governance Advisory at Edelman Smithfield Background Lane Jost leads the Sustainability & Governance Advisory Practice at Edelman Smithfield, bringing 16 years of sustainability leadership across facilities management, financial services, and consulting. Previously, he served on PwC's national Responsible Business Leadership team, contributing to the firm's global net zero strategy. Lane has held senior ESG roles at Santander US and Sodexo USA, developing sustainability strategies and managing significant grant portfolios. He holds degrees from UC San Diego and Kenyon College. Conversation Green Hushing May Actually Be Beneficial - The pullback from aggressive ESG marketing forces organizations to focus on substance over rhetoric, emphasizing rigorous processes and how ESG factors genuinely drive value and risk management. ESG Terminology Will Evolve, But Core Principles Remain - While "ESG" may fade within 3-5 years, evaluating material environmental, social, and governance factors remains fundamental to investment decisions regardless of political climate or terminology changes. Communications Must Align With Portfolio Management Reality - Strategic communications should be conservative, transparent, and grounded in fiduciary stewardship. Avoid making unvalidated claims, particularly given emerging regulatory risks around greenwashing in multiple jurisdictions. Context Matters: One Size Doesn't Fit All - Appropriate approaches vary by institution. Small liberal arts colleges have more latitude for impact investing, while large state universities face greater scrutiny. Mission and stakeholder context determine strategy. Educational Institutions Have Unique Teaching Opportunities - Universities should engage students in real-world discussions about balancing financial constraints, stakeholder pressures, climate risks, and portfolio construction—providing invaluable practical experience beyond traditional classroom learning.  

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In this episode, we debrief the 2025 AICPA Conference in Washington, DC, highlighting key takeaways including perspectives from SEC Chairman Paul Atkins and other regulatory leaders. Topics include the SEC's rulemaking priorities for 2026, trends in capital formation, and emerging issues such as AI and cryptocurrency. We also explore practical reminders for year-end reporting and insights into international standard setting collaboration.In this episode, we discuss:6:42 – SEC Chair keynote: “Making IPOs great again”12:51 – Emerging issues: AI, crypto, and international standard setting25:08 – SEC shutdown impacts and capital markets backlog32:06 – Rulemaking outlook and year-end reminders47:08 – PCAOB oversight, inspections, and audit standard-setting themesFor more, read our In depth, 2025 AICPA & CIMA Conference: Current SEC and PCAOB Developments.Be sure to follow this podcast on your favorite podcast app and subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay in the loop.About our guestsKevin Vaughn is a PwC National Office partner specializing in SEC reporting matters. Kevin leverages his extensive experience to support PwC public company and pre-IPO clients on accounting and SEC reporting matters. Prior to joining PwC in 2023, Kevin spent over 18 years at the SEC, most recently serving on the leadership team in the SEC's Office of the Chief Accountant where he focused on technical accounting consultations, SEC rulemakings, and standard setting matters.Scott Feely is a PwC National Office Deputy Chief Accountant. He has over 30 years of experience supporting clients as they address the SEC and financial reporting implications of their capital markets and merger and acquisition-related activities.About our guest hostKyle Moffatt is PwC's Professional Practice leader, leading a team responsible for working with standard setters and regulators as well as delivering brand-defining thought leadership and educational materials. He also consults with engagement teams and audit clients on SEC reporting matters. Before PwC, Kyle spent almost 20 years with the SEC, most recently as Chief Accountant and Disclosure Program Director in the Division of Corporation Finance.Transcripts available upon request for individuals who may need a disability-related accommodation. Please send requests to us_podcast@pwc.comDid you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name.

The biggest competitive advantage in banking right now isn't scale … it's speed. According to PwC, GenAI is reshaping the balance of power across financial services, and the banks that move fastest will define the next era of growth. In fact, 58% of banking leaders believe generative and agentic AI will be the single most transformative force in the industry over the next three years, and 55% already consider it their top investment priority—more than any other sector in financial services. What's truly disruptive is that AI is leveling the playing field. Smaller, more agile institutions now have access to the same intelligence, decision-making power, and client insights that once required massive scale. Speed—not size—is becoming the key differentiator. And this shift is pushing banks from asset-focused growth toward client-centered growth, where relevance, responsiveness, and rapid innovation drive real competitive advantage. Today, I'm joined on the Banking Transformed podcast by Sean Viergutz, Banking & Capital Markets Advisory Leader at PwC, to break down what this transformation means for leaders right now. We'll explore how banks can redesign operating models, build new capacity for growth, and turn AI from a cost-saving tool into a true driver of client value.

'האינטרסנטים', הפודקאסט הכלכלי היומי של TheMarker , יום שלישי 16 בדצמבר, חטוף אחד עדיין בעזה, באולפן איתן אבריאל סמי פרץ. (02:18) יום שלישי – פעמיים 'כי טוב'? רבים מהנתונים הכלכליים של היממה האחרונה מעודדים: הבורסה עולה, ההכנסות ממסים מפתיעים לטובה, היצוא חזר לשיא, ועל פי הנתונים שפורסמו אתמול האינפלציה ירדה בחודש שעבר במחצית האחוז – ובמונחים שנתיים היא ירדה לכ-2.4%, נתון שנמצא בתחום היעד של בנק ישראל. אפילו הריבית עשויה לרדת שוב בזכות הנתונים הללו. האמנם? אנחנו נדבר עם כלכלן המאקרו, אלכס זבז'ינסקי, ממיטב בית השקעות. (16:13) חלק מרכזי מכל הטוב הזה מגיע לנו כמובן מענף ההיי-טק, שחזר להכניס כסף גדול לקופת המדינה, לא רק ממסים על שכר העובדים אלא גם בגיוסי הון ובאקזיטים – למשל העסקה הענקית בה וויז נמכרה לגוגל ביותר מ-30 מיליארד דולר, עסקה שתשפיע על החשבונאות הלאומית. אבל מהי המגמה בניקוי העסקה יוצאת דופן הזו? ירון וינצבליט, שותף הייטק וראש תחום הביקורת ב-PwC ישראל, חיבר דו"ח על האקזיטים ב-2025 – ואנחנו נדבר איתו. (30:50) אם אתם עובדים בשוק ההון ובבורסה הישראלית, ואפילו אם אתם רק משקיעים בה, אתם רוצים לשמוע את העניין הבא: הבורסה החליטה להתיישר עם שעות המסחר בעולם המערבי – ולכן היא תהיה סגורה ביום ראשון ותעבוד ביום שישי. איך זה יתבצע? האם ימי שישי יהיו הזדמנות למניפולציות בשל מחזורים נמוכים? ומה יעשו מקצועני הבורסה ביום ראשון – ילכו לים? אנחנו נדבר עם כתבת שוק ההון שלנו, ג'ניה וולינסקי, וגם נשאל אותה מה אנשים חושבים על המוכנות שלהם לפנסיה.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scrip senior writer Joseph Haas and PwC analyst Roel Van den Akker look back on biopharma sector dealmaking in 2025, why deal values rose from 2024's lows, and look ahead to what the trends mean heading into 2026 in this latest edition of the Scrip M&A Podcast.

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by stress and wondered how some people find the courage to grow stronger under pressure, while others burn out? In a world obsessed with comfort, ease and avoiding discomfort, today's guest offers a powerful reframe: stress isn't the enemy - how we respond to it is. In this episode of It's a Mindset, I'm joined by Dr Paul Taylor, a Psychophysiologist, former Royal Navy Officer, and one of the world's leading experts in hardiness - the science of turning stress into growth, strength and resilience. Paul brings a rare depth of insight, combining neuroscience, psychology, nutrition, exercise science, military leadership and real-world performance. He's the author of the bestselling, award-winning Death By Comfort and his newly released book The Hardiness Effect, and host of the Hardiness Podcast, ranked in the top 0.5% of podcasts globally. Together, we explore why modern life is quietly eroding our resilience, how over-comfort is making us more fragile, and why learning to lean into challenge - rather than avoid it - is essential for wellbeing, leadership and long-term fulfilment. I genuinely don't think I've ever written so many key takeaways from a single episode. Paul is incredibly inspiring - calm, practical and deeply human in the way he explains stress, courage and growth. This conversation challenged my thinking and reinforced something I see every day in my coaching work: mindset alone isn't enough. True resilience lives in the body, the nervous system and our willingness to meet discomfort with intention. If stress has been feeling heavy, relentless or overwhelming - this episode will give you an entirely new lens. Key Episode Takeaways: Hardiness isn't about avoiding stress - it's the courage to grow because of it Why comfort is quietly undermining our resilience and wellbeing How Stoicism is about feeling emotion without being controlled by it You always have a choice in how you respond - even under pressure Why the fight response (not just flight or freeze) plays a vital role in healthy stress management About the Guest: Dr. Paul Taylor is a Psychophysiologist, with a PhD in Psychology, separate master's degrees in Exercise Science and Nutrition and a postgraduate qualification in Neuroscience. A former Royal Navy Officer and Adjunct Professor at University of San Francisco, Paul is a leading expert in hardiness - the cutting-edge science that transforms stress into competitive advantage. As Director of Paul Taylor Consulting, he delivers keynote talks and hardiness training, leadership and performance workshops to companies such as Oracle, SAP, PWC, NAB, CBA, BUPA & the Australian Military. He has conducted published research that shows that his programs have proven benefits for increasing hardiness, cognitive function and employee wellbeing, whilst reducing burnout across multiple industries. Paul is the author of the best-selling, multiple award-winning book "Death By Comfort" and has just released his second book, "The Hardiness Effect". Paul also hosts the Hardiness Podcast, which is in the top 0.5% of all podcasts globally, and has developed a hardiness app to help people develop this crucial life skill. His media experience includes co-hosting the TV series "Body and Brain Overhaul," appearing on "The Biggest Loser" as a subject matter expert and being voted Australian Fitness Industry presenter of the year twice. Paul's high-pressure leadership experience includes roles as Airborne Anti-submarine Warfare Officer and Helicopter Search-And-Rescue Crew Member with the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm. He's undergone rigorous Military Combat Survival training, became a professional boxer in 2012, and in 2021, both Paul and his son Oscar became Australian Karate Champions. Show Resources: Follow Paul on Instagram - HERE Check out Paul's Website - HERE Learn More About Paul's new book, The Hardiness Effect - HERE Follow Emma, the Podcast Host on Instagram - HERE Learn More About 1:1 Coaching with Emma - HERE Book a FREE 30-Minute Discovery Call with Emma - HERE If you loved the episode, please share it on your Instagram stories and tag us: @emmalagerlow and @paultaylor.biz If you're ready to rethink stress, reclaim your inner strength, and build resilience that lasts — this episode is essential listening. Yours in courage and growth, Emma x

How does Leadership Psychology, Martial Arts, and Creative Practice help high-achievers move from pressure to presence?Are you desiring to take your leadership potential to a higher level with a unique approach? This episode is for you!Paul is the creator of the GRACE Framework® and founder of GRACEWorks.After two decades in global consulting with PwC, Capgemini, and IBM, Paul now guides leaders and teams beyond performance to develop GRACE.Blending leadership psychology, martial arts, and creative practice, he helps high-achievers move from pressure to presence, creating resilience, clarity, and impact without burnout.  Connect with Paul:Website:  https://graceworkscollective.substack.com/LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulcrick/Email:  hello@theelevatepartnership.comLocation: UK (available globally online) CONNECT WITH DEBIDo you feel stuck?  Do you sense it's time for a change, but are unsure where to start or how to move forward? Schedule a clarity call!Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-callWebsite – https://www.debironca.comInstagram - @debironcaEmail – info@debironca.com Check out my online course!Your Story's Changing, Finding Purpose in Life's Transitionshttps://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-programThe Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Sellerhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBD

Have you ever spent over a fortnight in Antarctica? Jess Styles recounts a fabulous experience with Homeward Bound doing exactly that!My guest today is Jess Styles who earlier this year spent 16 days on a ship in Antarctica with 120 other women leaders in STEM. Not only did she learn a lot about leadership, ice and penguins... she had the opportunity to self-reflect and heal having undergone cancer treatment only months before. Join Jess and me for this fascinating reflection. Jess, on what she learned:"In Antarctica, we saw extreme nature and got to see places no human has ever set foot in before which was really special. With 120 other STEM leaders onboard our ship over the 16 days, I learned a lot about leadership and what kind of leader I aspire to be. A big part of my learning was self-discovery. Taking time out for me was really important and I'd encourage everyone to do that: take time out for yourself because it isn't selfish - it's needed. It was very freeing to have that time to work out what I really want to do."Links:For Career & Leadership coaching, connect with Rebecca Allen on Linkedin or visit the Illuminate website Rate, Review, & Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!About Jess:Jess Styles is a graduate of Human Biology and Psychology with a Masters degree in Social and Public Policy. She has worked for the public service, not-for-profit and private sectors to support health and wellbeing outcomes for Australians, using her knowledge and experience to connect and understand people.Currently working to support outcomes in social policy and gender equality for education, Jess has also had roles in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health space, supporting work in closing the gap in health inequalities between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people.  She has previous experience in supporting mental health research in current serving and recently discharged military veterans, and their families to support policy change and clinical outcomes for the Australian Defence Force.About Rebecca:Rebecca Allen is a Career & Leadership Coach for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. Over the last decade, Rebecca has helped women realise their potential at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence, Frontier Sensing and AbbVie Medical Research through her Roadmap to Senior Leadership coaching programs. 

Au-delà du sport, la CAN 2025 de football est un rendez-vous économique crucial pour le pays hôte, le Maroc, et pour l'ensemble de l'Afrique. C'est le cas aussi des Jeux Olympiques de la Jeunesse 2026 au Sénégal. Le sport business africain est en plein essor : selon le cabinet de conseil PWC, le marché pourrait plus que doubler d'ici 2028 et devenir l'un des plus dynamiques au monde. Visionner l'émission en vidéo ici Pour analyser ces enjeux : Will Mbiakop, président de l'African Sports and Creative Institute, organisateur du Game Time Investment Summit, un forum d'affaires rassemblant décideurs, investisseurs, sportifs de haut niveau et entreprises du secteur. Mike Coffi, investisseur et directeur général d'Africa Capital Market Corporation et fondateur Detect Pro Fund Désiré Koussawo, président de SAGES Africa (e-sport), 1. Le sport business en Afrique : un marché en expansion La croissance du sport business africain repose sur : la professionnalisation des acteurs, la montée des investissements privés, l'intérêt des grandes organisations sportives mondiales, l'impact des grands événements organisés sur le continent. 2. Qui gagne de l'argent lors d'une CAN ? Les bénéficiaires directs : La CAF, qui perçoit droits TV, sponsoring, billetterie. Les fédérations, qui reçoivent une partie des revenus redistribués. Le pays hôte, grâce à : l'hôtellerie, le tourisme, les transports, les services, la construction et rénovation d'infrastructures. La performance de l'équipe nationale augmente aussi l'impact économique, comme en Côte d'Ivoire en 2024. 3. Infrastructures, risques et stratégie à long terme Les ambitions marocaines : préparation pour la CAN 2025, anticipation de la Coupe du monde 2030, investissements massifs comparables à ceux de l'Afrique du Sud. Les risques évoqués : les “éléphants blancs”, infrastructures inutilisées après l'événement, un modèle économique parfois trop dépendant des finances publiques. 4. Comment financer le sport en Afrique ? Le sport africain ne peut plus reposer uniquement sur l'État ou le mécénat. Priorité : attirer les investisseurs privés. Conditions nécessaires : incitations fiscales, cadre juridique solide (propriété intellectuelle, droits, contrats), régulation transparente, soutien aux start-up (sports tech, événementiel, data, tourisme sportif). 5. Détection des talents : un investissement possible Intervenant : Mike Coffi, fondateur de Detect Pro Fund, un fonds d'investissement dédié à la détection et la formation de jeunes footballeurs. Son modèle : Démarrage au Sénégal avec le Paris Saint-Germain, Nouveau centre en Côte d'Ivoire en partenariat avec l'AC Milan, à Dimbokro (près de Yamoussoukro). Objectifs : Former 100 jeunes en 5 ans, Catégories U15 et U17, Formation sportive + éducation scolaire, Standard technique inspiré des meilleurs clubs européens. Modèle économique : Valorisation des joueurs transférés en Europe, Partenariats, Sponsoring, Effets sociaux (emploi local, formation, scolarité). 6. Diversification du sport business en Afrique Le football reste central, mais d'autres disciplines connaissent une montée en puissance : Basketball, avec la Basketball Africa League, Sports de combat, comme la lutte sénégalaise ou le MMA, Padel en expansion dans plusieurs métropoles africaines, Investissements du Golfe 7. L'e-sport : un secteur en forte croissance Intervenant : Désiré Koussawo, Président de SAGES Africa. Pourquoi l'Afrique est prometteuse ? population jeune, pénétration rapide du mobile, attractivité des compétitions, hybridation musique/jeux/sport. Les obstacles : mauvaise connectivité, matériel coûteux, manque de studios africains, faible financement de l'industrie. Lien avec les grands événements : Les compétitions (CAN, Coupe du monde, Ligue des Champions) boostent les jeux vidéo comme FIFA. 8. Médias, streaming et droits TV le mobile et l'audiovisuel sont devenus des moteurs du sport, la data et le streaming deviennent des sources de revenus majeures, l'acquisition de Multichoice par Canal+ pourrait transformer le marché africain des droits sportifs.

Au-delà du sport, la CAN 2025 de football est un rendez-vous économique crucial pour le pays hôte, le Maroc, et pour l'ensemble de l'Afrique. C'est le cas aussi des Jeux Olympiques de la Jeunesse 2026 au Sénégal. Le sport business africain est en plein essor : selon le cabinet de conseil PWC, le marché pourrait plus que doubler d'ici 2028 et devenir l'un des plus dynamiques au monde. Visionner l'émission en vidéo ici Pour analyser ces enjeux : Will Mbiakop, président de l'African Sports and Creative Institute, organisateur du Game Time Investment Summit, un forum d'affaires rassemblant décideurs, investisseurs, sportifs de haut niveau et entreprises du secteur. Mike Coffi, investisseur et directeur général d'Africa Capital Market Corporation et fondateur Detect Pro Fund Désiré Koussawo, président de SAGES Africa (e-sport), 1. Le sport business en Afrique : un marché en expansion La croissance du sport business africain repose sur : la professionnalisation des acteurs, la montée des investissements privés, l'intérêt des grandes organisations sportives mondiales, l'impact des grands événements organisés sur le continent. 2. Qui gagne de l'argent lors d'une CAN ? Les bénéficiaires directs : La CAF, qui perçoit droits TV, sponsoring, billetterie. Les fédérations, qui reçoivent une partie des revenus redistribués. Le pays hôte, grâce à : l'hôtellerie, le tourisme, les transports, les services, la construction et rénovation d'infrastructures. La performance de l'équipe nationale augmente aussi l'impact économique, comme en Côte d'Ivoire en 2024. 3. Infrastructures, risques et stratégie à long terme Les ambitions marocaines : préparation pour la CAN 2025, anticipation de la Coupe du monde 2030, investissements massifs comparables à ceux de l'Afrique du Sud. Les risques évoqués : les “éléphants blancs”, infrastructures inutilisées après l'événement, un modèle économique parfois trop dépendant des finances publiques. 4. Comment financer le sport en Afrique ? Le sport africain ne peut plus reposer uniquement sur l'État ou le mécénat. Priorité : attirer les investisseurs privés. Conditions nécessaires : incitations fiscales, cadre juridique solide (propriété intellectuelle, droits, contrats), régulation transparente, soutien aux start-up (sports tech, événementiel, data, tourisme sportif). 5. Détection des talents : un investissement possible Intervenant : Mike Coffi, fondateur de Detect Pro Fund, un fonds d'investissement dédié à la détection et la formation de jeunes footballeurs. Son modèle : Démarrage au Sénégal avec le Paris Saint-Germain, Nouveau centre en Côte d'Ivoire en partenariat avec l'AC Milan, à Dimbokro (près de Yamoussoukro). Objectifs : Former 100 jeunes en 5 ans, Catégories U15 et U17, Formation sportive + éducation scolaire, Standard technique inspiré des meilleurs clubs européens. Modèle économique : Valorisation des joueurs transférés en Europe, Partenariats, Sponsoring, Effets sociaux (emploi local, formation, scolarité). 6. Diversification du sport business en Afrique Le football reste central, mais d'autres disciplines connaissent une montée en puissance : Basketball, avec la Basketball Africa League, Sports de combat, comme la lutte sénégalaise ou le MMA, Padel en expansion dans plusieurs métropoles africaines, Investissements du Golfe 7. L'e-sport : un secteur en forte croissance Intervenant : Désiré Koussawo, Président de SAGES Africa. Pourquoi l'Afrique est prometteuse ? population jeune, pénétration rapide du mobile, attractivité des compétitions, hybridation musique/jeux/sport. Les obstacles : mauvaise connectivité, matériel coûteux, manque de studios africains, faible financement de l'industrie. Lien avec les grands événements : Les compétitions (CAN, Coupe du monde, Ligue des Champions) boostent les jeux vidéo comme FIFA. 8. Médias, streaming et droits TV le mobile et l'audiovisuel sont devenus des moteurs du sport, la data et le streaming deviennent des sources de revenus majeures, l'acquisition de Multichoice par Canal+ pourrait transformer le marché africain des droits sportifs.

Episode 327 showcases our hosts Dr Jake Sloane & David Segal. In our 'What's trending in Aesthetics?' episodes we discuss popular topics doing the rounds on social media, issues being debated in injector forums or items showcased on the news. We'll cover controversies, big stories and themes that have got injectors and our industry talking. In Chapter 15 our hosts Dr Jake and David explore three key trends: 1) The controversial use of artificial intelligence in aesthetic advertising & clinical practice 2) Laser Clinics hiring PwC to sell their United Kingdom and North American operations - and what this means for Laser Clinics Australia and other large chain clinic models. 3) The recent FDA warning about the risks associated with radio-frequency microneedling 00:00 Introduction 00:40 Casual Catch-Up and Episode Preview 01:05 AI in Aesthetic Advertising 02:40 Ethical Concerns and Practical Uses of AI 17:51 Financial Troubles of Laser Clinics Australia 22:21 Clinical Photography System Offer 23:18 Addressing the Fundamental Issues in Injectable Businesses 23:53 The Importance of Long-Term Vision and Brand Evolution 24:24 Challenges Faced by Chain Clinics and Injectors 25:04 Strategies for Retaining Top Talent 28:07 The Future of Chain Clinics and Market Consolidation 35:10 The FDA's Warning on RF Microneedling 37:30 Ensuring Safe and Effective Treatments 46:27 The Role of AI in Enhancing Treatment Safety 47:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts SUBSCRIBE TO OUR ONLINE PLATFORM FOR WEEKLY EDUCATION & NETWORKING CLICK HERE TO BROWSE OUR IA OFFERS FOR DISCOUNTS & SPECIALS CLICK HERE IF YOU'RE A BRAND OR COMPANY & WANT TO WORK WITH US CLICK HERE TO APPLY TO BE A GUEST ON OUR PODCAST CONTACT US

Corey Quinn reconnects with Keith Townsend, founder of The CTO Advisor, for a candid conversation about the massive gap between AI hype and enterprise reality. Keith shares why a biopharma company gave Microsoft Copilot a hard no, and why AI has genuinely 10x'd his personal productivity while Fortune 500 companies treat it like radioactive material. From building apps with Cursor to watching enterprises freeze in fear of being the next AI disaster in the news, Keith and Corey dig into why the tools transforming solo founders and small teams are dead on arrival in the enterprise, and what it'll actually take to bridge that gap.About Keith TownsendKeith Townsend is an enterprise technologist and founder of The Advisor Bench LLC, where he helps major IT vendors refine their go-to-market strategies through practitioner-driven insights from CIOs, CTOs, and enterprise architects. Known as “The CTO Advisor,” Keith blends deep expertise in IT infrastructure, AI, and cloud with a talent for translating complex technology into clear business strategy.With more than 20 years of experience, including roles as a systems engineer, enterprise architect, and PwC consultant, Keith has advised clients such as HPE, Google Cloud, Adobe, Intel, and AWS. His content series, 100 Days of AI and CloudEveryday.dev, provide practical, plainspoken guidance for IT leaders. A frequent speaker at VMware Explore, Interop, and Tech Field Day, Keith is a trusted voice on cloud and infrastructure transformation.Show Highlights(01:25) Life After the Futurum Group Acquisition(03:56) Building Apps You're Not Qualified to Build with Cursor(05:45)Creating an AI-Powered RSS Reader(09:01) Why AI is Great at Language But Not Intelligence(11:39) Are You Looking for Advice or Just Validation?(13:49) Why Startups Can Risk AI Disasters and AWS Can't(17:28) You Can't Outsource Responsibility(19:52) Business Users Are Scared of AI Too(23:00) LinkedIn's AI Writing Tool Misses the Point(26:42) Private AI is Starting to Look Appealing(29:00) Never Going Back to Pre-AI Development(34:27) AI for Jobs You'd Never Hire Someone to Do(39:09) Where to Find Keith and Closing ThoughtsLinksThe CTO Advisor:  https://thectoadvisor.comSponsor: https://www.sumologic.com/solutions/dojo-aihttps://wiz.io/crying-out-cloud

On this week's episode of The Venue RX Podcast, host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Joe Bockerstette to break down the purpose and power of Business Enterprise Mapping. Joe explains how documenting, visualizing, and redesigning business processes helps leaders understand why their companies get the results they do and how owners can fix process issues to improve outcomes. He walks through the foundations of a strong value proposition, the importance of identifying the right customer, and how pain points, desires, responsiveness, cost, and expertise all shape the customer experience. Joe explains how business mapping applies across every department, why it works for any industry, and how focusing on the biggest organizational pain points creates a ripple effect of improvement. He discusses the tools used in mapping, the value of standardizing processes across multiple locations, and the human side of change management. Joe also shares practical steps for small teams, the dangers of relying on “superheroes,” and how to distinguish between people problems and process problems, and why continual improvement matters. About Our Guest: Joe Bockerstette, brings more than 30 years of transformational leadership across supply chain, operations, and strategic process improvement. Joe has served as a consulting partner at PwC, led CPG companies as CEO, and founded both private equity and angel investment groups, a career defined by building organizations that run smarter, faster, and more efficiently.Most recently, Joe has been guiding executive teams at Business Enterprise Mapping, where he champions the Perigon Method, a proprietary approach that helps companies turn unclear, inefficient workflows into streamlined engines of value. His work focuses on equipping teams to identify their toughest operational pain points, create practical playbooks for improvement, and build the internal capability to sustain meaningful, long-term results.He's also the author of three books on time-based manufacturing, angel investing, and strategic process management, resources that deeply resonate with entrepreneurs, venue owners, and leaders who want to scale through clarity, systems, and smart operational design.Find Him Here: Website: https://www.businessmapping.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-bockerstette-86875a17/

Sales, and Matt Hobbs, Cloud Engineering and Data Analytics Platform Leader and Partner at PwC US. Together, they explore how companies can stop overpaying for cloud and instead fund AI innovation by shifting spend from legacy and suboptimal cloud deployments into modern architectures, multi-cloud strategies, and enterprise-grade AI capabilities that actually move the needle on growth, margin, and new business models.Smarter Cloud, Bigger AIThe Big Themes:Built to Cost Less: Oracle entered the cloud market later and designed OCI from the “bare metal up” with off-box virtualization, a low-latency non-blocking network, and significantly lower egress pricing. That means Oracle's own cost to deliver infrastructure is structurally lower, so they don't need to “race to zero” with margin-crushing discounts. When customers compare OCI run-rates to first-generation hyperscalers, it's common to see 40–70% savings at list-to-net, not just in special deals.Turning Technical Debt Into Innovation Budget: Hobbs notes that roughly 40% of internal tech budgets are often tied up in technical debt rather than innovation. PwC sees executives searching for ways to unlock capital for AI and growth initiatives, not just trim expenses. Its “Fit for Growth” program looks at where money is tied up in non-differentiating costs (cloud infrastructure being one of the biggest line items) and reallocates that spend into value-creating initiatives. When PwC runs side-by-side economics, they've seen OCI's promised 40–70% savings show up in real deals.OCI + PwC: budget creation meets execution: The Oracle–PwC collaboration stands out, the guests argue, because both sides are relentlessly focused on the client outcome rather than maximizing any one platform. PwC validates OCI's economics and brings the talent to design and execute migrations, process re-invention, and agentic AI programs; Oracle brings a cost-efficient, multi-cloud-friendly infrastructure designed for price-performance and portability.The Big Quote: “You can burn a lot of money chasing ghosts in this game if you really don't have a very specific use case." Visit Cloud Wars for more.

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In this episode of Govcon Giants, Eric sits down with Justin Vianello, CEO and equity partner at SkillStorm, to unpack how federal agencies and large integrators can stop recycling the same expensive talent and start building net-new cleared technologists. Justin shares his global journey from chartered accountant at PwC to scaling multiple companies and exiting, and how that experience led him to a "hire, train, deploy" model that develops new talent instead of bidding up the same résumés. He breaks down why traditional degree requirements are outdated, how certifications and apprenticeships are creating better ROI, and where the real opportunities are in cybersecurity, AI, cloud, and platform-specific roles like Salesforce, AWS, and Palantir. You'll hear Justin's take on why big consulting firms and government need to rethink workforce strategy, how SkillStorm pays people during training to focus on learning, and why soft skills—communication, leadership, and presentation—are the real differentiators in an AI-powered world. Eric and Justin also explore the gap between college promises and reality, the power of apprenticeships and military "cool"/GI Bill pathways, and what agency heads must do now if they want lower costs, better teams, and faster delivery on critical missions. Key Takeaways: Upskilling & reskilling are the real moat: certifications + platform skills (cloud, cyber, AI) + soft skills beat generic degrees in today's federal tech market. Custom-built teams > resume recycling: Skillstorm's "hire, train, deploy" model creates new cleared talent, reduces costs, and gets billable teams productive on day one. College is optional, not mandatory: for many roles, apprenticeships, technical certs, and on-the-job training now offer better ROI, especially for veterans and career changers. Learn more: https://federalhelpcenter.com/ https://govcongiants.org/  Encore Funding: https://www.encore-funding.com/  Join the bootcamp: https://govcongiants.org/bootcamp  Justin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-vianello/  Justin's Twitter/X: https://x.com/justinvianello

SEC Announces It Will Not Respond to Most No-Action Requests for Rule 14a-8 Shareholder Proposals.Government shutdown - the staff claimed they COULDN'T respond because after the shutdown, they had too much other work to do: “current resource and timing considerations following the lengthy government shutdown and the large volume of registration statements and other filings requiring prompt staff attention.” It just happens to coincide with Atkins saying there shouldn't be shareholder proposals, that's just a coincidence.John Cheveddan and Jim McRitchie - let's be honest, if it weren't for Cheveddan and McRitchie over 3 decades, we'd have less shareholder rights, and companies would not be such big whiners about “woke” shareholder proposals. Guys, you ruined it for all of us with your attention to democracy.Woke ESG shareholders like As You Sow, Arjuna, Trillium, and nuns - if we're honest, the nuns and SRI crowd might have been the straw, right? I mean they're putting in proposals that MAKE Exxon sue them! How dare they ask for carbon scope 3 emissions data!Antiwoke shareholders like NCPPR and Jesus - excluding Cheveddan/McRitchie, the highest volume of shareholder proposals have actually been the ANTI-woke filers, asking for things like a report on how companies will stop funding trans conversions (or one actual one where they asked about the reputational risk of NOT supporting un-trans-ing). Some of the proposals are so comically stupid, but the companies have to respond using third party lawyers and do the whole thing - maybe National Legal whatever center for whatever is the REAL straw?ISS and Glass Lewis - this was like 90% of what they did, since they certainly didn't suggest voting against any directors unless an activist was involved. So when Ramaswamy and Musk and DeSantis and Texas declared proxy advisors woke activists, it was hard to deny since they didn't do any work to vote out directors - just offer customers whatever voting pablum they wantedBlackRock and investors who never voted anywayOther - Atkins and Manhattan institute - lobbyists, administrationPepsi to cut product offering nearly 20% in deal with $4 billion activist ElliottPepsiCo said it also plans to accelerate the introduction of new offerings with simpler and more functional ingredients, including Doritos Protein and Simply NKD Cheetos and Doritos, which contain no artificial flavors or colors. The company also recently introduced a prebiotic version of its signature cola..WHO DO YOU BLAME?Pepsi CEO Ramon Laguarta - CEO since 2018, 21% influence, 43% connected to the board (so they're basically all known entities), has overseen basically zero shareholder value increase in the last 5 years, overall .513 TSR batting average - what has he been doing? Did he put a sign on the door begging an activist to come hang?Activist Elliott Management - Paul Singer is notorious as a real foodie… wait, no, sorry, he's known as a “vulture capitalist” who helped oust Jack Dorsey from Twitter because he didn't want him to hang in Africa, but was happy to have Elon Musk (who has five jobs) take it over. In 2021, he did take a 3% stake in Ahold Delhaize, a grocery store owner, so he's probably had a protein shake sprinkled on Doritos before?Pepsi's board - first of all, it's 14 people, which is like 7 people too many. Second - 4 finance types? Two pharma/med types? There are more people who know medicine than food - only ONE agribusiness repped on the board (Bunge) with the only other food production from Pepsi or ex-Pepsi execs? There are three directors on the nom committee with 10+ years on the board, and the other two have.. 9 years. Vasella has been there 23 years - time for some turnover.Roberto P. Martínez (International Chief Commercial Officer and CEO of New Revenue Streams) and Tara Glasgow (Executive Vice President and Chief Science Officer) - someone needs to be held responsible for Doritos Protein and Simply NKD CheetosJimmy Kimmel signs ABC extension through 2027Most of Kimmel's recent renewals have been multiyear extensions. There was no immediate word on whose choice it was to extend his current contract by one year.WHO DO YOU BLAME?Bob Iger - he yanked Kimmel to kiss Brendan Carr's ass and the affiliates, then put him back on when subscribers cancelled, then convinced affiliates to re-air, all because Kimmel said conservatives really didn't want Kirk's killer to be conservative? Now Kimmel is EXTENDED? It has to be the dumbest series of events since “Don't Say Gay” bill in Chapek's era, right?Disney's board - these are well known directors in the bag for Iger, and Iger would not even be CEO again if not for them. Susan Arnold, who at the time had more influence on the board than Iger, was chair of the nominating committee, had Mel Lagomasino and Derica Rice on with her, all went with Iger's hand picked choice of Bob Chapek. Arnold left the board, but both Rice and Lagomasino stayed behind to help choose… Bob Iger to return? Then brought on James Gorman, who hand picked HIS successor, to lead succession with Bob Iger again? Is anyone doing a job on this board? ISS - when Nelson Peltz took his Ike Perlmutter borrowed stake in Disney in 2024, ISS sided with Peltz and suggested voting out Mel Lagamasino because she was the longest tenured director and “responsible” for Disney's failed succession. In 2025, after Peltz lost and no one cared, ISS backed Lagamasino. With analysis like that, it's no wonder Disney can bow to the Trump Administration since there's no way ISS will actually suggest changing the board unless an old racist takes a stake.Brendan Carr - is this just a finger in the eye of Carr, the FCC, and the angry conservative affiliates by Iger? Is this Disney's way of being woke now?Other - Baby Doll Dixon, Jimmy Kimmel's agent - should have gotten him a 10 year deal with a player option out. Optically way better, gets bought out if they fire him.Trump says Netflix, WBD deal could be 'problem' as son-in-law Kushner backs Paramount bid“I'll be involved in that decision too,” Trump said days after Netflix agreed to buy WBD's film studiosParamount revealed in a regulatory filing that its hostile bid for WBD bid is being backed by Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, who is a former White House advisor - and every Middle Eastern sovereign fund, as well as over $40bn by Larry Ellison (and David Ellison committed to spend more in a text to co-CEO Ted SarandosWHO DO YOU BLAME?Larry Ellison - without daddy's $40bn (and more - what's $40bn when you have $269bn in net worth and own an island in Hawaii), there is no deal - literally no deal, this is pure nepo - THE OLIGARCHYMiddle Eastern sovereign funds - I mean, they're involved in EVERY major deal of a conservative figure (Musk/Twitter, Musk/Grok, Ellison/Paramount, Ellison/TikTok, Trump/Air Force One) and are backing another consolidation. Is this the greatest capitalist manipulation ever? Dictator capitalism?Robby Starbuck - he claimed “victory” in the Skydance acquisition terms for killing DEI at Paramount, used the opportunity to lick the boot of Brendan Carr, who is almost guaranteed to investigate Netflix given their wokeness. Somehow it's all Robby Starbuck's fault, right?WBD chair Sam Di Piazza - a near lifer at PwC as an accountant until he want to Citi as an i-banker for a stint, served on AT&T's board… an ACCOUNTANT is running the show! No one has heard of him, he's not in any of the news, but ostensibly he (and the board) approved the Netflix deal after dealing with Baby Ellison. The board is the only group that gets all the bids, compares them, and ultimately decides what to agree on and send to shareholders. If they chose Baby Ellison to avoid him throwing a temper tantrum to daddy, there's no hostile takeover and conservatives can rejoice in owning all of media, right? Snap appoints Arlo CEO Matthew McRae to board of directorsPrior to his current role as CEO of Arlo Technologies, which he has held since August 2018, McRae served as Senior Vice President of Strategy at NETGEAR and as Chief Technology Officer at VIZIO for over seven yearsWHO DO YOU BLAME?Evan Spiegel - he owns 53.1% of voting power - there is no one else to blameRobert Murphy - he owns 46.4% of voting power - what if he doesn't like Matt McRae? Do they resort to a thumb war? Who are we kidding, it's still Evan Spiegel's faultInvestors, who, for whatever reason, have OK'ed the idea of dual class shares such that Spiegel and Murphy own 99.5% of the voting power and less than 8% of the economic interest - while Fidelity owns 14.6% of the shares that control 0% of the overall vote. It was banned from index inclusion because the shares had NO voting rights - but somehow Meta is ALLOWED on every index because you have voting rights even if you can NEVER EVER WIN as Zuck owns control. What's the fucking difference??Worst CEOs of the Year Evan Spiegel of Snap

We continue our SEC-focused series with a discussion of segment disclosures, reporting trends, and early comment letter themes emerging from the adoption of the new standard. In this episode, we explore common staff observations, including the role of the Chief Operating Decision Maker, or CODM; significant expense disclosures; and interplay with non-GAAP measures.In this episode, we discuss:1:46 – Why segment disclosures remain a top SEC focus8:04 – Early comment themes under the new standard15:14 – Multiple profit measures and non-GAAP considerations28:14 – How the SEC evaluates a company's segment structure35:28 – Ongoing reassessment of impacts to segmentsIn case you missed it, check out the previous episodes in this SEC-focused series:SEC now: 2025 comment letter trends on transactionsSEC now: Non-GAAP 2025 comment letter trendsSEC now: Today's landscape and recent developmentsBe sure to follow this podcast on your favorite podcast app and subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay in the loop.About our guestsKevin Vaughn is a PwC National Office partner specializing in SEC reporting matters. Kevin leverages his extensive experience to support PwC public company and pre-IPO clients on accounting and SEC reporting matters. Prior to joining PwC in 2023, Kevin spent over 18 years at the SEC, most recently serving on the leadership team in the SEC's Office of the Chief Accountant where he focused on technical accounting consultations, SEC rulemakings, and standard setting matters.Jay Seliber is a partner in PwC's National Office. He leverages over 35 years of experience to help clients with their most complex accounting matters, particularly in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, segment reporting, revenue recognition, stock compensation, earnings per share, employee benefits, restructurings, impairments, and financing transactions.About our guest hostKyle Moffatt is PwC's Professional Practice leader, leading a team responsible for working with standard setters and regulators as well as delivering brand-defining thought leadership and educational materials. He also consults with engagement teams and audit clients on SEC reporting matters. Before PwC, Kyle spent almost 20 years with the SEC, most recently as Chief Accountant and Disclosure Program Director in the Division of Corporation Finance.Transcripts available upon request for individuals who may need a disability-related accommodation. Please send requests to us_podcast@pwc.com Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name.

Are accountants no longer “professionals”? We unpack the DOE proposal that could slash grad loan limits—and what AICPA/NASBA plans to do about it. Plus: Deloitte's AI-made citations, EY's audit turnaround, PwC's end‑to‑end AI audit ambitions, and OpenAI's circular investment into accounting rollups. We also cover Xero's new auto‑reconcile, Intuit's small‑biz data ad play, and two practical wins: Google's shared inboxes and unexpected networking tactics for landing that first job.SponsorsCloud Accountant Staffing - http://accountingpodcast.promo/casACFE - http://accountingpodcast.promo/acfeOnPay - http://accountingpodcast.promo/onpayChapters(00:00) - Introduction and Podcast Overview (00:44) - Headline: Accountants No Longer Professionals? (02:18) - Department of Education's Proposal and Reactions (03:50) - Implications for Accounting Students and Professionals (09:28) - Deloitte's AI Work Swap Controversy (12:46) - EY's Audit Quality Improvements (20:56) - Economic Update: Tariffs and Job Market (34:02) - Circular AI Investments: A Closer Look (36:31) - AI Tools for Accountants: New Features (39:32) - Xero's New Pricing and AI Policies (49:13) - PWC's AI-Driven Audit Automation (52:39) - Google Workspace Shared Inboxes (55:49) - Dissolution of the Department of Government Efficiency (56:47) - Career Networking Tips for Accountants (01:01:16) - Outsourcing Talent: A Global Perspective  Show NotesDepartment of Education Accounting Professional Degree Classificationhttps://www.newsweek.com/full-list-degrees-professional-trump-administration-11085695 Accountants Inexplicably Deemed "Not Professional" Under OBBBA Student Loan Rules https://www.goingconcern.com/accountants-inexplicably-deemed-not-professional-under-obba-student-loan-rules/ Department of Education Unclassifies Accounting as a Professional Degree https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2025/11/24/department-of-education-unclassifies-accounting-as-a-professional-degree/173875/ Deloitte allegedly cited AI-generated research in a million-dollar report for a Canadian provincial government https://fortune.com/2025/11/25/deloitte-caught-fabricated-ai-generated-research-million-dollar-report-canada-government/ Major N.L. healthcare report contains errors likely generated by A.I. https://theindependent.ca/news/lji/major-n-l-healthcare-report-contains-errors-likely-generated-by-a-i/ N.L. asks Deloitte to carry out review after 'incorrect' citations found in $1.6M provincial health planhttps://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/nl-deloitte-citations-9.6990216 OpenAI's investment into Thrive Holdings is its latest circular deal https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/openais-investment-into-thrive-holdings-is-its-latest-circular-deal/ Thrive-backed accounting firm Crete to spend $500 million in AI roll-up https://finance.yahoo.com/news/thrive-backed-accounting-firm-crete-130200467.html Crete PA plans $500 million spend to buy and upgrade accounting firms with AI https://www.accountingtoday.com/news/crete-pa-plans-500-million-spend-to-buy-and-upgrade-firms-with-ai OpenAI takes an ownership stake in Thrive Holdings to accelerate enterprise AI adoption https://openai.com/index/thrive-holdings/ Trump Tariffs: The Economic Impact of the Trump Trade War https://taxfoundation.org/research/all/federal/trump-tariffs-trade-war/ IEEPA Tariffs Are Down from April Threatshttps://taxfoundation.org/blog/ieepa-tariffs-rates-down-april-threats/Intuit SMB MediaLabs Audiences Now Available on The Trade Desk Platform https://investors.intuit.com/news-events/press-releases/detail/1288/intuit-smb-medialabs-audiences-now-available-on-the-trade-desk-platform-connecting-advertisers-with-small-and-mid-market-businesses Intuit SMB MediaLabs | Advertising Networkhttps://medialabs.intuit.com/Need CPE?Get CPE for listening to podcasts with Earmark: https://earmarkcpe.comSubscribe to the Earmark Podcast: https://podcast.earmarkcpe.comGet in TouchThanks for listening and the great reviews! We appreciate you! Follow and tweet @BlakeTOliver and @DavidLeary. Find us on Facebook and Instagram. If you like what you hear, please do us a favor and write a review on Apple Podcasts or Podchaser. Call us and leave a voicemail; maybe we'll play it on the show. DIAL (202) 695-1040.SponsorshipsAre you interested in sponsoring The Accounting Podcast? For details, read the prospectus.Need Accounting Conference Info? Check out our new website - accountingconferences.comLimited edition shirts, stickers, and other necessitiesTeePublic Store: http://cloudacctpod.link/merchSubscribeApple Podcasts: http://cloudacctpod.link/AppleP...

Today I am sharing a simple 3-step process to help you take stock of everything you have achieved in 2025.I work with a lot of clients throughout the year and one skill I find a lot of people don't exercise is that of reviewing their progress. In our coaching programs, we are big on recapping, reviewing and acknowledging the impact we are making... because if you don't, you can easily fall into the self-doubt trap wondering whether you're adding any value at all! And I don't want that for you!By the end of these 10 minutes, you'll walk away with a simple tool to help you uncover profound evidence of the impact you have made this year so that you can feel proud of your hard work but also have details to give you leverage over the next 12 months. Are you with me?Rebecca on the importance of reviewing your action:"At the end of year it's important to review because it's too easy to forget the value you have been making and get into those imposter style thoughts where you are doubting what you have accomplished. Understanding your impact is your fast track to building confidence." (Rebecca Allen, host Her Ambitious Career)Links:Extend the exercise I share in this ep by tuning into a related ep I recorded about this topic last year! Ep 162 – 3 Steps to Review a Busy Year & Acknowledge Your ImpactBook a Career Strategy Call with Rebecca - make sure you create the opportunities you want from your career in 2026Rate, Review, & Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!About Rebecca:Rebecca Allen is a Career & Leadership Coach for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. Over the last decade, Rebecca has helped women realise their potential at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence, Frontier Sensing and AbbVie Medical Research through her Roadmap to Senior Leadership coaching programs. Connect with Rebecca

This week on the Next Level Life Podcast, I'm joined by the incredible Vanessa Brown — CPA, Master NLP Mindset Coach, and Founder of Mintworthy. Vanessa has helped thousands of women transform their relationship with money and build businesses that feel intentional, profitable, and deeply aligned. This conversation goes far beyond spreadsheets and budgeting. We dive into identity, conditioning, empowerment, and the deeper mindset patterns that quietly run your financial life and your business. If you've ever felt like your revenue doesn't reflect your actual wealth…If you've ever avoided your numbers because they feel overwhelming…If you know your pricing isn't aligned with your value…Or if you're ready to step into 2025 with clarity, confidence, and a clean financial slate… …this episode is going to shift something big for you. Connect with Vanessa Website: www.mintworthyco.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/mintworthyco In this episode, we explore: Vanessa's journey from PwC accountant to founder of a global money coaching brand She shares the pivotal moment that moved her from “doing all the right things” financially to building a business that empowers women to create true wealth. Why revenue means nothing without real profit We unpack the illusion of success online, how women unknowingly leak money in their businesses, and why profit—not likes, not followers, not revenue—is the real metric of sustainable success. How your childhood money story is still running your business We look at the beliefs we inherited, the guilt and shame many women carry about wanting more, and why money mindset work is essential (not optional) for female entrepreneurs. Money leaks you don't realise you have Vanessa breaks down the hidden financial drains inside your offers, pricing, operational decisions, and mindset. She shares a real client example that went from a $130k revenue offer… to a $30k loss. Financial habits of wealthy women From annual budgeting to forecasting 3 months ahead, to creating CEO funds (F-U fund, reinvestment fund, contingency fund), we cover the practical habits that set you up for long-term financial ease. Your identity and worthiness in wealth-building We explore why so many women undercharge, struggle to raise prices, or avoid looking at their numbers — and how to shift into the identity of a confident, wealthy CEO. Mindset rituals + wealth embodiment practices Vanessa shares her Money Manifesto, her filter question for aligned decisions, and the mindset tools she uses personally to stay anchored in abundance. WORK WITH CHRISTINE: Buy my new book: Turn Impostor Syndrome Into Your Superpower Download: Consistent $10K Month Method Connect with Christine on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christinecorcoran_coach/ Book a Discovery Call with Christine here Join the waitlist for the next round of Unstoppable Sales HERE Join the waitlist for the next round of NEXT LEVEL Mastermind HERE Christine's website https://christinecorcoran.com.au/

In just over three years, Harvey has not only scaled to nearly one thousand customers, including Walmart, PwC, and other giants of the Fortune 500, but fundamentally transformed how legal work is delivered. Sarah Guo and Elad Gil are joined by Harvey's co-founder and president Gabe Pereyra to discuss why the future of legal AI isn't only about individual productivity, but also about putting together complex client matters to make law firms more profitable. They also talk about how Harvey analyzes complex tasks like fund formation or M&A and deploys agents to handle research and drafting, the strategic reasoning behind enabling law firms rather than competing with them, and why AI won't replace partners but will change law firm leverage models and training for associates. Sign up for new podcasts every week. Email feedback to show@no-priors.com Follow us on Twitter: @NoPriorsPod | @Saranormous | @EladGil | @gabepereyra | @Harvey Chapters: 00:00 – Gabe Pereyra Introduction 00:09 – Introduction to Harvey 02:04 – Expanding Harvey's Reach 03:22 – Understanding Legal Workflows 06:20 – Agentic AI Applications in Law 09:06 – The Future Evolution of Law Firms 13:36 – RL in Law 19:46 – Deploying Harvey and Customization 23:46 – Adoption and Customer Success 25:28– Why Harvey Isn't Building a Law Firm 27:25 – Challenges and Opportunities in Legal Tech 29:26 – Building a Company During the Rise of Gen AI 37:24 – Hiring at Harvey 40:19 – Future Predictions 44:17 – Conclusion 

In this episode of the Creator Method Podcast, Gary sits down with Alessia Scauzillo, former corporate finance professional turned wellness creator, founder, and the woman behind a powerful online community of over 110,000. After earning her CPA, climbing the ranks at PwC and RBC, and becoming a VP by 28, Alessia walked away from the career that looked perfect on paper to build a life that actually felt right. Today, Alessia is a leading voice in wellness, self love, and personal reinvention. She shares how burnout pushed her toward fitness, how teaching 7am and 8pm classes opened the door to content creation, and how a single reel where she revealed her divorce and the now viral line “He's a good guy, but he's not the one for me” transformed her entire trajectory overnight. Alessia opens up about navigating grief, evolving past a 12 year relationship, rebuilding her confidence, and finding the courage to leave both a marriage and a dream job that no longer aligned with who she was becoming. She also breaks down the creator strategy behind her growth, the importance of genuine connection, and why choosing joy is often the smartest business move. This conversation dives deep into reinvention, career pivots, relationship bravery, audience connection, and what it really takes to build a meaningful brand today, all while staying grounded, intentional, and true to yourself. Apply for Creator Method: https://creatormethod.com/ Follow Creator Method on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creator.method/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Bjs61g10V8MEBjg2pfJFi?si=1a8b57227c8b41d7 Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and Alessia's Journey 02:00 From CPA to Corporate Banking 06:30 Burnout, Stress and Rock Bottom 10:00 Teaching Fitness at 7AM Before Finance 12:00 Starting Instagram and Building a Wellness Community 14:00 The Divorce Reel That Hit 1M Views 18:00 “He's a Good Guy… But Not the One for Me” 21:00 Leaving a 12-Year Relationship 24:00 Walking Away from a VP Job at 28 27:00 Taking a Sabbatical and Making the Financial Leap 30:00 Hiring Her First Full-Time Employee 34:00 Navigating Dips in Content Performance 38:00 Why Happiness Drives Creative Success 42:00 The Mystery of Her Fiancé (and Why She Keeps Him Offline) 46:00 Designing Her Joe Fresh Collection 50:00 What's Next for Alessia's Brand Follow Alessia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alessiasculpt?igsh=MTg3MDJicjB6Ync5dw== Follow Gary on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garylipovetsky TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garylipovetsky

A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC's website at viewpoint.pwc.comThe GHG Protocol has released its long-awaited proposed updates to the Scope 2 Guidance. In this episode, we highlight the key changes in the exposure draft, including proposed revisions to location-based and market-based reporting, hourly matching, emission factor hierarchies, and more. We also explore what these developments could mean for companies and how stakeholders can participate in the revision process.In this episode, we discuss:2:49 – Redefining the purpose for location-based and market-based reporting5:33 – The importance of the decision-making criteria6:56 – New emission factor hierarchy for location-based reporting14:30 – Shift toward hourly matching in the market-based method21:53 – Deliverability criteria and implications for renewable energy credits26:19 – Residual mix and fossil-only defaults for unclaimed energy32:45 – How companies can share feedback and next steps for the Scope 2 guidanceFor more on the GHG Protocol's exposure draft, see our publication, GHG Protocol announces Scope 2 Public Consultation, which was updated to indicate that the public consultation deadline was extended to January 31, 2026.Check out our previous episodes for more on the GHG Protocol and GHG reporting:Sustainability now: Modernizing the GHG ProtocolSustainability now: Inside the GHG Protocol's scope 3 updateSustainability now: GHG reporting trends and challengesLooking for the latest developments in sustainability reporting? Follow this podcast on your favorite podcast app and subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay in the loop for the latest thought leadership on sustainability standards. About our guestColin Powell is PwC Canada's Technical Net Zero Leader. His work focuses on GHG quantification, life cycle assessment, target setting, and decarbonization strategies. He has helped companies measure over 1 billion tonnes of emissions and previously worked as a consultant supporting global clients in decarbonization. Colin sits on the GHG Protocol's Scope 3 Working Group, helping shape updates to global standards. He is also a Professional Engineer (Ontario) with a PhD in wastewater treatment modeling.About our hostHeather Hornis the PwC National Office Sustainability and Thought Leader, responsible for developing our communications strategy and conveying firm positions on accounting, financial reporting, and sustainability matters. In addition, she is part of PwC's global sustainability leadership team, developing interpretive guidance and consulting with companies as they transition from voluntary to mandatory sustainability reporting.Transcripts available upon request for individuals who may need a disability-related accommodation. Please send requests to us_podcast@pwc.comDid you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name.

Andrew Alperstein, real estate partner at PwC, joined the REIT Report to share findings from the Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2026 outlook, produced with the Urban Land Institute. A major trend highlighted in the outlook is the shift away from a sector-based investment focus to one that drills down to the asset and submarket level.Alperstein explained that value creation in the real estate sector has reflected financing and lower cap rates. Going forward, “what we expect is that a lot more value creation will need to come through property operations, really driving revenue growth or rental growth, really being focused on expenses and capital spend, and less so on the capital markets in the coming years.”Alperstein described investor sentiment as slightly muted compared to recent years, reflecting uncertainty related to interest rates, valuations, transaction activity, and policy.

Doug McHoney (PwC's International Tax Services Global Leader) is joined by Matt Ryan, PwC UK's International Tax and Treasury Network Leader and the UK's Pillar Two lead. Recording in Barcelona at PwC's Global Tax Symposium, they take stock of Pillar Two implementation and the much‑watched ‘side‑by‑side' agreement. Doug and Matt discuss policymakers' evolving openness to net CFC tested income (NCTI) coexistence, the UK's 2027 legislative path with potential effect from 2026, the UTPR safe harbor expiration, practical frictions around POPE reporting, M&A data gaps, and the lack of a global dispute mechanism. They also examine transitional versus permanent safe harbors, potential consequences if Section 899 re‑emerges—including expanded BEAT exposure—and quick UK updates on the 25% corporate rate and the digital services tax.  

In this episode of The Unlearn Podcast, Barry O'Reilly is joined by Steve Elliott, a serial entrepreneur, product leader, and investor with two decades of experience advising high-growth companies. Steve is the founder of Dotwork, an AI-driven platform that connects strategy to execution, and co-founder of The Uncertainty Project, a community for product leaders focused on better decision-making.He previously served as Head of Product at Atlassian, where he helped scale Jira Align after selling his company AgileCraft for $166M—earning recognition as a Fortune Best Small Business in America and a finalist for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year. With five successful exits under his belt, Steve brings rare depth to the art of building and unbuilding what no longer serves.In this conversation, Barry and Steve explore how to design for the messy reality of modern work, the role of unlearning in leadership, and how AI is redefining what it means to be a decisive company.Key TakeawaysFrom CTO to CEO – Why Steve transitioned from tech leader to founder and the personal growth that came with it.Scaling after acquisition – The emotional and strategic shifts required when your startup becomes part of a larger machine.Why strategy execution breaks – Most alignment tools assume order—Steve builds for complexity.Agentic AI in the enterprise – How Dotwork uses knowledge graphs and AI to surface insight in context, not just dashboards.Decisive companies – What it really means to help leaders make faster, more confident decisions.Additional InsightsUnlearning the idea that startups are for the young—Steve didn't found his first company until his 40s.How Dotwork is building a “context memory engine” for both executives and AI agents.The future of AI-native tools isn't more interfaces—it's less friction and smarter context delivery.Why the most valuable enterprise products aren't flashy—they're quiet, ambient, and deeply integrated.Episode Highlights00:00 – Episode RecapSteve Elliott shares how each startup exit taught him something new—but also how returning to the founder's seat means unlearning old assumptions. Now, with Dotwork, he's not just building a tool—he's rethinking how organizations make decisions in complexity.01:45 – Guest Introduction: Steve ElliottBarry introduces Steve Elliott, founder of AgileCraft (acquired by Atlassian) and CEO of Dotwork, with a track record of five successful exits and a deep focus on enterprise work management.03:40 – Early career shiftsFrom a consulting career at PwC to software experiments that took off—how Steve found his way into entrepreneurship.08:55 – From technologist to founderThe value of combining tech expertise with business empathy—and why startups offer unmatched learning opportunities.11:05 – Unlearning post-acquisition mindsets What Steve had to unlearn transitioning from CEO to leader within a larger company—and back again.13:36 – Building tools for strategic decisionsWhy enterprise tools fail to support real-time, strategic decisions—and how Steve is tackling the problem differently.17:50 – The rise of agentic frameworksHow Dotwork is using knowledge graphs and agentic AI to reflect the dynamic, decentralized nature of modern...

Microsoft Excel is more than just a tool in the accounting and finance industry—it empowers individuals to advance their careers by transforming numbers into actionable insights. Despite the rise of specialized software, 89% of finance teams still rely on Excel skills, making it the go-to platform for budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis worldwide.  With Excel still on top, it's crucial to help students master the application before they enter the workforce. Which is why we've launched new specialized Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certifications for accounting and finance careers: MOS Excel for Accounting Associate and MOS Excel for Finance Associate. On this episode of the podcast, we sat down with Caroline Dill and Jennifer Johnson to discuss these new exams.  Caroline is a Product Marketing Manager at Certiport, a Pearson VUE business, where she leads global marketing strategies for major clients such as Microsoft and Unity, including the Microsoft Office Specialist program. Before joining Certiport, Caroline held leadership roles in the publishing industry, where she co-chaired major initiatives to strengthen institutional partnerships and expand access to academic research.  Jennifer is a CPA licensed in the state of Texas. She owns and manages a client accounting practice utilizing technology and automation to help clients enact change through information. From 2009 – 2025, Jennifer was a Professor of Instruction at the University of Texas at Dallas, where she taught Accounting Systems, Data Analytics, QuickBooks Software, CPA Exam preparation, and Excel courses. In 2024 Jennifer was named CPA of the Year by TXCPA Dallas, and in 2017 she was named an Outstanding Accounting Educator by TXCPA. Jennifer co-authored six editions of Computerized Accounting with QuickBooks Online. Before joining the University of Texas at Dallas in 2009, Jennifer spent time in both public accounting and industry as an auditor with PwC, an Assistant Controller at a regional financial services firm, and a Finance Manager at Keurig Dr Pepper. Jennifer holds both a BBA and an MS in Accounting from Texas A&M University. During this episode, Caroline and Jennifer discuss trends in the accounting and finance industry, key skills for future professionals to master, and how these new certifications can set individuals apart in the competitive job market. If you're teaching future financial professionals, this episode is for you.  Ready to dive into these new exams? All our information is available here.  Interested in learning from educators like Jennifer? Join our CERTIFIED Academy program. Get all the details here.    Connect with other educators in our CERTIFIED Educator Community here.         Don't miss your chance to register for our annual CERTIFIED Educator's Conference here.     

In this episode, I sit down with Thom Barrett - author, adventurer, and stage IV cancer survivor whose life embodies courage, creativity, and transformation. After 35 years as a PwC partner, Thom left corporate life to explore what it truly means to live with intention, resilience, and purpose. His journey blends business leadership and personal awakening, revealing how surrender, mindfulness, and flow can help us live more consciously, even in the face of uncertainty.Thom's story is one of radical growth and inner strength - a reminder that peace isn't found through control, but through presence, acceptance, and courage.Some Key Highlights:The defining childhood moments that built Thom's deep sense of responsibility, curiosity, and courageHow a 35-year corporate career became the unlikely foundation for creativity, leadership, and transformationWhy adventure and discomfort can unlock high-flow states, peak performance, and mental clarityThe awakening that came after a stage IV cancer diagnosis and how it reshaped his understanding of surrenderA new perspective on vulnerability, connection, and the strength found in asking for helpThom's story is a reminder that life is fleeting, but depth is infinite. Through his reflections on mortality, mindfulness, and mastery, he invites us to look beyond fear and control to the vibrant edge of possibility. Whether you're facing uncertainty, seeking transformation, or wanting to live with more purpose and awareness, this conversation will leave you inspired to live each day as if it truly matters.Connect with Thom:www.livinglifewhiledying.comLiked this episode? Share it with a family member, friend, or colleague! Love this show? Say thanks by leaving a positive review. Connect with John Geraghty:Website: https://john-geraghty.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-geraghtyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjohngeraghty/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachjohngeraghty/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@John-GeraghtyLearn about The Flow Cultivator program: https://theflowcultivator.com/Grab a copy of The Prism of Perspective Book here: https://a.co/d/f5Lfqbn ___________ ©℗2024 & beyond by John Geraghty. All Rights Reserved.

We continue our SEC-focused series with a discussion on transaction-related matters, including IPOs, mergers and acquisitions, spinoffs, and divestitures. Our guests share insights into the SEC preclearance process and common SEC comment letter themes. Getting ahead of these issues can help avoid delays that may significantly impact deal timing and disclosures.In this episode, we discuss:3:56 – Overview of 2025 IPO and M&A market activity7:08 – SEC preclearance process and common issues19:59 – Typical transaction filing review comment letter themes32:49 – Final takeaways on anticipating and addressing SEC commentsFor more information:Going for a spin: Accounting and reporting for spinoffsFinancial statement presentation guideBusiness combinations guideIn case you missed it, check out the previous episodes in this SEC-focused series: SEC now: Today's landscape and recent developmentsSEC now: Non-GAAP 2025 comment letter trendsFor more on the SEC, listen to our recent episode on frequency of reporting, SEC to revisit quarterly reporting: Pros, cons, and what's ahead. Also, check out our SEC reporting series from earlier this year where we take a “back to basics” look at key reporting areas:Inside SEC reporting: Capital formationInside SEC reporting: Acquisitions and divestituresInside SEC reporting: Pro forma financial informationInside SEC reporting: Form 8-K (current report)Be sure to follow this podcast on your favorite podcast app and subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay in the loop.About our guests, Katie Driessen, a partner in PwC's National Office who assists companies with complex accounting and financial reporting issues related to capital markets transactions and Scott Feely, a PwC National Office Deputy Chief Accountant with 30 years of experience supporting clients.About our guest host, Kyle Moffatt, PwC's Professional Practice leader who guides teams partnering with regulators and delivering influential thought leadership and educational materials.Transcripts available upon request for individuals who may need a disability-related accommodation. Please send requests to us_podcast@pwc.comDid you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name.

Is your contact center ready to become a profit center? Agility requires not just adopting new technologies like AI, but also fundamentally rethinking how we structure our teams, measure success, and interact with customers. It demands a willingness to experiment, learn, and adapt quickly in a constantly evolving landscape. Today, we're going to talk about how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the contact center, transforming it from a cost center into a driver of customer loyalty and revenue growth. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome Chang Chang, Senior Director, Product, Cloud CX Solutions at Cisco's Webex Customer Experience Solutions. About Chang Chang Chang Chang, Senior Director, Product, Cloud CX Solutions, Cisco's Webex Customer Experience Solutions.  Chang is a senior director of product management in the Webex Customer Experience Solutions business at Cisco. With over 14 years of product leadership experience, Chang has held key roles at Intuit and Mighty Audio (an early-stage startup), as well as a management consultant at PwC. Chang holds an MBA from UCLA Anderson. Chang Chang on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/changjonathanj/ Resources Cisco's Webex Customer Experience Solutions: https://www.webex.com/ The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow Catch the future of e-commerce at eTail Palm Springs, Feb 23-26 in Palm Springs, CA. Go here for more details: https://etailwest.wbresearch.com/ Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.showCheck out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

Kris and David are back to discuss the week that was November 19-25, 2004. Topics of discussion include:Two years into their ownership of TNA, Panda Energy is facing major losses and may have to sell the company.Jerry Jarrett reportedly winning a power battle over his son Jeff and replacing him as the head booker with Dusty Rhodes in a move that also means that Vince Russo's power diminishes in the promotion as well.Johnny B. Badd and Randy Savage both showing up on TNA Impact in a wild time in the promotion's history.Some wacky Vince Russo interviews as well which have to be heard to be believed.The end of the original incarnation of Zero-One, as Shinya Hashimoto closes the doors due to some major financial losses.Konnan making his return to AAA and how big of a deal that was..Big shows from IWA Puerto Rico featuring some big names.Sabu almost dying after a serious virus ravaged his body.CM Punk cutting a shoot promo on Rob Feinstein during an IWA Mid-South show while wearing a Perverted Justice shirt, which ended up driving a fresh wedge between Punk and Ian Rotten.The story of Jerry Lawler's house almost being robbed by a Memphis cop.The early teases of Batista/HHH breaking up on a Raw that also featured the wild Shelton Benjamin/Trish Stratus parody of the controversial Terrell Owens/Nicolette Sheridan skit that served as Monday Night Football's cold open a week earlier.A Big Show Thanksgiving on Smackdown featuring a crazy promo by Luther Reigns and a food fight to boot.This was an extremely fun show, so check it out!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 TNA1:44:39 Eurasia: AJPW, NJPW, NOAH, Zero-One, Hustle, Apache Army, BJPW, Michinoku Pro, Osaka Pro, PWC, Pro Wrestling Nightmare, Winger Produce, NEO Ladies, & EPW2:22:19 Classic Commercial Break2:26:26 Halftime2:57:42 Other North America: IWS, AAA, CMLL, IWRG, Monterrey, Luchamania, IWAPR, & WWC3:21:21 Other USA: Sabu, USA Pro, 3PW, Chikara, NWA WildsideTMW, IWAMS, Bart Sawyer, Jerry Lawler, WLW, & OVW4:00:50 WWETo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.You can also use code BTSPOD to save 25% on your first payment — whether paying month to month or annually — when you subscribe to Ultimate Classic Wrestling Network at ClassicWrestling.net!To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Wade Sutton (PwC's WNTS International Tax Services Leader) guest hosts the podcast and is joined by Rob Ozmun, a State and Local Tax Partner, and Monic Kechik, PwC's WNTS Federal Tax Services Leader. Together they discuss the OB3 ‘curveballs' to the federal changes: Section 163(j) - ATI addbacks of depreciation and amortization; Section 174A - domestic expensing; Section 168(k) - the return to 100% bonus depreciation; and Section 168(n) - qualified production property (QPP). They explore how accelerated deductions can trigger BEAT and CAMT via ordering‑rule dynamics and book‑tax timing, creating cash‑vs‑ETR trade‑offs that can be addressed with capitalization provisions. They also examine state conformity models, rapid decoupling (e.g., D.C.), and wrinkles such as California's departures and R&D credits.

We continue our SEC-focused series with an episode on non-GAAP financial measures, commonly used by companies to supplement their financial statements and provide investors with a deeper understanding of their performance or financial condition. Given their importance, it's been a top focus area for the SEC staff over the last several years, and we expect that trend to continue. We highlight common comment letter themes and share practical guidance for year-end reporting and comment letter responses.In this episode, we discuss:2:17 – Overview of non-GAAP measures 6:20 – SEC comment letter trends and recurring issues23:15– Possible shifts in focus under the new SEC administration27:35 – Year-end reminders and best practices for responding to SEC commentsIn case you missed it, check out our first episode in this SEC-focused series: SEC now: Today's landscape and recent developments.For more on the SEC, listen to our recent episode on frequency of reporting, SEC to revisit quarterly reporting: Pros, cons, and what's ahead. Also, check out our SEC reporting series from earlier this year where we take a “back to basics” look at key reporting areas:Inside SEC reporting: Capital formationInside SEC reporting: Acquisitions and divestituresInside SEC reporting: Pro forma financial informationInside SEC reporting: Form 8-K (current report)Be sure to follow this podcast on your favorite podcast app and subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay in the loop.Our guests are Kevin Vaughn, a PwC National Office partner specializing in SEC reporting matters, and John Ly, a PwC National Office managing director within the SEC & Capital Markets group.Our host is Kyle Moffatt, PwC's Professional Practice leader, leading a team responsible for working with standard setters and regulators as well as delivering brand-defining thought leadership and educational materials. Transcripts available upon request for individuals who may need a disability-related accommodation. Please send requests to us_podcast@pwc.comDid you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name.