Business Beyond Borders: Impactful Insights for CPAs

Business Beyond Borders: Impactful Insights for CPAs

Join your host, Laurence Whittam, on a groundbreaking podcast journey tailored for the modern accounting professional. ”Business Beyond Borders” delves deep into the world of accounting, offering a fresh perspective that transcends traditional boundaries. Each episode is a treasure trove of knowledge, focusing on trends, strategies, and the transformative power of staffing, outsourcing, and offshoring. Why This Podcast? - Explore Beyond Borders: Uncover the potential of global staffing solutions and how they can revolutionize your firm. - Gain Key Insights: From the latest trends to timeless strategies, get the wisdom you need to excel. - Conquer the CPA Game: Learn from the successes (and challenges) of industry leaders, and apply these lessons to your practice. Dive Into: - Trending Topics: Stay ahead with discussions on the most recent developments in the CPA world. - Strategic Focus: Master staffing challenges with proven strategies for outsourcing and offshoring. - Expert Chats: Hear from top professionals about best practices and innovative approaches. - Practical Tips: Implement actionable advice to enhance your firm’s performance.

Episodes

October 9, 2025 27 mins

Jumping into new initiatives without a strategy? It’s costing you more than you think.

 

In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, host Laurence Whittam talks with Erin Daiber, founder of Well Balanced Accountants, about how CPA firms can better align people strategy, AI adoption, and leadership development through intentional planning and accountability.

 

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SPECIAL EDITION: What the HIRE Act Could Mean for Outsourcing in the CPA World!

On September 5th, Senator Moreno introduced the HIRE Act (Halting International Relocation of Employment Act)—a proposed bill that could impose a 25% excise tax on payments to foreign service providers when serving U.S. consumers. This could dramatically impact CPA firms that rely on outsourcing or offshoring.

 

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Is your firm losing its people because your culture is more talk than action?

In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, host Laurence Whittam welcomes Trisha Daho—a former Big Four partner and now a fractional Chief People Officer—to unpack what it really means to build and sustain a high-performing culture inside today’s CPA firms.

 

They explore how culture must be intenti...

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Struggling to make outsourcing work for your CPA firm? In this episode, host Laurence Whittam introduces the Mastering Outsourcing course—built from years of experience helping firms overcome offshoring challenges. Whether you’re exploring outsourcing or trying to improve your current strategy, this episode gives you the roadmap you’ve been missing.

 

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    When is it time to stop doing and start owning your business?

     

    In this episode, Laurence Whittam sits down with Eli Raff, Operational Efficiency & Business Systemization Expert at Owner-Free Systems Advisory to explore the mindset shift—and operational strategy—needed to grow a firm beyond the founder. If you’ve ever felt like you can’t take a real vacation without things falling apart, this one’s for you.

     

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    How do you build a thriving firm culture in a remote world—and why does vulnerability matter more than ever?

     

    In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, Laurence Whittam sits down with Randy Crabtree—CPA, co-founder of Tri-Merit Specialty Tax Professionals. Known for championing culture, mental health, and people-first leadership, Randy shares practical insights from decades of experience...

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    What does it take to build a high-performing offshore team from the ground up?

     

    In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, guest Ben Town shares how his frustrating outsourcing journey led to the creation of his own offshore team, now supporting firms.

     

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    • Understand the stages CPA firms go...

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    Is AI replacing marketers—or finally making them effective?

     

    In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, Laurence Whittam talks with Kristofer Lenz, Founder of Kailos Marketing Lab, about how AI is reshaping marketing for CPA firms—and why most firms are still missing the mark.

     

    In this episode, you will be able to:

    • Discover how AI accelerates c...

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    Struggling with cultural friction in your offshore team? You’re not alone—and it’s more common (and fixable) than you think.

     

    In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, Laurence Whittam dives into one of the most overlooked reasons firms fail to scale their outsourcing success: cultural disconnects.

     

    In this episode, you’ll be able to:

    • Recogniz...

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    Is your firm missing the real advisory opportunity behind M&A?

    In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, Laurence Whittam sits down with UK-based exit planning expert Christine Nicholson to unpack what firms often overlook when guiding clients through succession and acquisition decisions.

     

    In this episode, you’ll be able to:

    • Understand why mid-sized firm...

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    Facing internal resistance to outsourcing? You’re not alone.

    In this launch episode of the Business Beyond Borders mini-series, host Laurence Whittam dives into one of the biggest barriers firms face when expanding globally—getting internal buy-in for outsourcing. Whether it’s resistance from partners, disconnected service lines, or uncertainty about how to roll it out across offices, these challenges ar...

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    Are you focusing too much on outsourcing and not enough on what’s happening inside your firm?

    In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, Laurence Whittam sits down with Tavi Meketon to spotlight the Profit Team—a powerhouse group of operational leaders helping CPA firms become more efficient, forward-thinking, and future-ready.

     

    In this episode, you will be able to:

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    Thinking about outsourcing, but unsure how involved your firm needs to be? In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, Laurence Whittam and Shrinivas Gangesh Karthikeyan of GKM Global Services Pvt Ltd dive into how firms can successfully navigate outsourcing—without getting bogged down in cultural or operational headaches.

     

    In this episode, you’ll be able to:

    • Understand how the post-COVID talent market is reshaping outsourcing

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    Is Your CPA Firm’s Tech Strategy Already Outdated?

     

    Many firms are still struggling with cloud adoption, while AI is rapidly reshaping the industry. In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, Steve Perkins, Founder of Invicta Advisors LLC, shares why so many firms are behind in IT strategy—and what they need to do now to stay competitive.

     

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    Think your firm is playing it safe with 7216 compliance? You might be wrong. Many firms are struggling with the disclosure rules—especially when outsourcing tax work. In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, Laurence Whittam breaks down the critical steps firms must take to stay compliant and avoid legal risks.

     

    In this episode, you will be able to:

    1. Understand the 72...
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    In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, Laurence Whittam sits down with David Kells to explore the impact of private equity (PE) in the accounting industry, focusing on Citrin Cooperman’s transformative journey. Gain actionable advice for firms looking to prepare for growth and navigate a changing competitive landscape!

     

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    Discover the game-changing trends shaping the accounting profession in this insightful episode of Business Beyond Borders with Laurence Whittam and Terry Putney. From private equity’s influence to the strategic role of offshoring, this conversation dives into the key factors driving transformation in the industry.

     

    In this episode, you will be able to:

    1. Understand the gr...
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    Struggling with staffing challenges, tech trends, and evolving firm strategies? In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, host Laurence Whittam chats with a seasoned expert Kathy Towne-Sautters of BDO Alliance about the dynamic shifts in the CPA profession. From recruiting innovations to embracing AI and offshoring as strategic solutions, this conversation is packed with insights to help your firm thrive in 2025 and...

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    Tune in to the latest episode of Business Beyond Borders, where Laurence Whittam hosts Ashley Platt, founder of Clear Cut Outsourcing, to discuss how CPA firms can effectively leverage outsourcing to drive efficiency, tackle talent shortages, and build stronger, tech-enabled workflows.

     

    In this episode, you'll be able to: •  Explore why Pakistan is becoming a key outsourcing destination for CPA firms. •  Learn how outsourcing can ...

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    In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, Laurence Whittam and Brendan Quirk dive into the opportunities and challenges of outsourcing and nearshoring for CPA firms in Latin America. Brendan shares insights from his extensive experience in the region, offering valuable perspectives on strategy, talent acquisition, and cultural nuances.

     

    In this episode, you will be able to:

    1. Discover the benefits of nearshoring to Latin Ameri...
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