IPA Podcast Part 1: Why Governance Matters More Than Ever

When CPA firms think about diversity and inclusion, Courtney Arrington says, “Make sure there is an environment where people feel confident and encouraged to have conversations. Provide that safe space and offer education and training. I had a great conversation with Courtney on not only diversity and inclusion but also leading during COVID-19.

What does culture really mean, and how does it intersect and influence with performance at your organization? How do you build a culture you can be proud of, and how do you maintain it? These questions and more are covered in my latest video with guest Dave Sparkman, former SVP of Culture at United Health. Give it a listen and share your thoughts in the comments below. We would love to hear how your culture influences your organization.

When you think of the most dynamic firms, what governance best practices do they generally have in common? How do firms find the right balance and how do they understand the opportunities and challenges their chosen intersection present? I sat down with Allan Koltin to pick his brain on what he’s seeing and how he works with firms on this very topic.