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MOVE Like This, Episode 46: Jim Wallace from BPM
In this episode of MOVE Like This, host Bonnie Buol Ruszczyk sits down with Jim Wallace, CEO of BPM, to discuss how the firm has deeply embedded diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) into its strategy and culture. Wallace shares how BPM’s guiding principle, “Because People Matter,” drives everything from leadership development to employee engagement—and […]
Read MoreMOVE Like This, Episode 45: Angela Oakley from Clark Nuber
At Clark Nuber, strengths-based coaching isn’t a one-time initiative, it’s a core part of how the firm develops and retains talent. Angela Oakley, Director of the firm’s Talent Advisor Program, joined to share how CliftonStrengths has been integrated into everything from onboarding to performance conversations. The result? More personalized development, stronger teams, and a shared language […]
Read MoreMOVE Like This, Episode 44: Jennifer Harrity from Sensiba
In this episode of MOVE Like This, Bonnie talks with Jennifer Harrity, Director of Sustainability at Sensiba, about the tangible benefits of integrating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles and pursuing B Corp certification. Originally Sensiba’s marketing director, Jennifer transitioned to lead its ESG efforts after guiding the firm through B Corp certification in 2018. […]
Read MoreMOVE Like This, Episode 43: Donny Shimamoto, The Center for Accounting Transformation
In this Move Like This episode, Bonnie speaks with Donny Shimamoto of the Center for Accounting Transformation about the evolving role of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the accounting profession. Drawing from his own experiences as an Asian leader, Donny highlights the barriers that still limit women and professionals of color from advancing, despite […]
Read MoreMOVE Like This, Episode 42, Ashley Kostos from Accountests
In a recent episode of Move Like This, Ashley Kostos, sales manager at Accountests, joined host Bonnie Buol Ruszczyk to discuss how data-driven assessments can help accounting firms improve hiring, retention, and career development. With staffing shortages and high turnover plaguing the profession, tools like skills and personality tests offer a clearer picture of candidates’ […]
Read MoreRetention as a Recruiting Strategy: Why Fair Hiring and Promotion Practices Matter More Than Ever
Originally published by AccountTests on March 27, 2025 The accounting industry is facing an undeniable challenge: too many open positions and not enough qualified professionals to fill them. According to the AICPA 2023 Trends Report, the number of accounting graduates entering the profession continues to decline, while demand for skilled accountants is only increasing. The […]
Read MoreBuilding the Business Case for DEI in Accounting Firms
Originally published by Accounting Today on March 27, 2025 There’s a quiet unraveling happening. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), once integral modern accounting firm growth and sustainability, are being shoved aside to appease political pressure and legal uncertainty. Some firms are hesitating, dialing back, or even abandoning these initiatives entirely. Such moves are not only […]
Read MoreMOVE Like This, Episode 41: Kimberly Ellison-Taylor, KET Solutions
In this episode of Move Like This, we sit down with Kimberly Ellison-Taylor, a powerhouse leader whose career has spanned NASA, KPMG, Oracle, and beyond. As the CEO of KET Solutions, former Chair of the AICPA, and founding member of CHIEF, she has been at the forefront of advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the accounting profession. With the talent shortage in accounting […]
Read MoreMOVE Like This Video: Jessica McClain, CFO, Girl Scout’s Nation’s Capital
Just in time for Girl Scout cookie season, we talk to Jessica McClain, the organizations newly-appointed CFO. On this episode, Jessica and Bonnie talk about the importance of “belonging” in the workplace. Research shows that at least 64% of people feel the need to hide some aspect of their identity from their co-workers. Trying to […]
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