Essential Skills & Professional Development

Jan 16, 2025, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

After more than three decades of creating meaningful change in accounting, incoming OSCPA CEO & President Laura Hay, CPA, CAE, is ready to lead Ohio CPAs to meet the challenges of the transforming profession.

Jan 16, 2025, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

OSCPA will continue to make a difference for the accounting profession with the announcement of its new leadership team.

Nov 14, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Constantly learning from others and being open to feedback is vital to growing in your career, says one chief accounting officer.

Oct 31, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

The accounting profession is at a crossroads, and now more than ever needs forward-thinking, strategic leaders.

Oct 24, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Starting Nov. 1, OSCPA will offer digital badges to represent micro-credentials earned through professional development or learning experiences.

Oct 17, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Ohio’s first women-owned bank is preparing to open its doors with the help of an OSCPA member.

Oct 17, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Businesses must be intentional when creating successful and happy teams because not developing top performers still poses a risk.

Sep 26, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

The Destination Ohio CPA program is taking off! Beginning Monday, October 21st, UWorld licenses will be available to support CPA exam prep for qualified students and working professionals. Applications are available now!

Sep 19, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Sometimes the smallest decisions can have the biggest impact.

Sep 12, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

After transitioning to working part-time, one CPA fulfilled his bucket list goal of biking cross-country.

Aug 29, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Imagine you’re a rookie baseball pitcher joining a new team. The talent bench of pitchers on your new team isn’t very deep. Who will you learn from? It's likely not the catcher or outfielders.

Aug 15, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Jeff Wilt, CPA, has combined his expertise in accounting and IT to make a difference in the mental health space for decades.

Aug 15, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Financial literacy is a crucial stepping stone for high school and college students alike but has historically lacked the proper legislation to be prioritized in school curriculums. 

Aug 8, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Although a common assumption might be that accountants are comfortable working with money, personal finances can be an emotionally fraught topic no matter your occupation.

Aug 1, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Many professionals use the word “busy” as frequently as they use the word “fine,” but dropping the mindset of toxic busyness is essential to maximizing productivity, one business coach said.

Jul 25, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

At the recent OSCPA Women, Wealth & Wellness conference, attendees learned about research that emphasizes the value in having women in a leadership role.

Jul 25, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

OSCPA is continuing its commitment to expand and diversify the accounting pipeline through recent partnerships with the Center for Audit Quality and Junior Achievement.

Jul 18, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Influencing meaningful change in firms, universities and more, the 2024 Power of Change honorees are recognized for their relentless efforts to foster a more inclusive and supportive environment for women.

Jun 27, 2024, 02:00 AM by Natalie Rooney

In the world of accounting, where numbers often reign supreme, the importance of advocacy and political involvement might seem distant or even irrelevant to some young CPAs. However, nothing could be further from the truth.

Jun 21, 2024, 02:00 AM by Natalie Rooney

Performing unethical acts for CPAs can become a slippery slope, even if someone tells themselves it was only a one-time decision.