Don’t miss these stories covering Black History Month

OSCPA staff report 

As Black History Month ends, OSCPA remains committed to highlighting the impact of Black accounting professionals year-round. If you missed out on some of the inspiring members we featured this month, please read and share their stories below: 

Aspiring Black CPAs are committed to the credential 

Future Black CPAs are driven by a shared determination to challenge norms, dismantle barriers, and amplify change in the profession.   

Mentorship and early education critical to increasing Black accounting leaders 

Despite not knowing any CPAs or accountants growing up, Ron Reed, CPA, felt passionate about succeeding in the accounting profession. 

Black young professional is paving her way in accounting  

Emerging as a Black young professional and a CPA candidate in the workforce can be challenging, but for Kayla Campbell, MAcc, both the highs and lows are motivation. 

The value in fostering connections for Black accounting professionals  

When Duane Morris, CPA, started out in the profession, it was difficult to find Black accounting leaders to go to for guidance. He’s working to change that for future Black professionals.