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Coffee Chats with CPABC

CPABCwww.bccpa.ca
Coffee Chats with CPABC is a podcast dedicated to sharing the insights of BC’s chartered professional accountants and other experts. Topics include economic updates, professional development, cybersecurity, and advice for students and candidates. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in our podcasts do not necessarily represent that of CPABC.
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Episodes

How to develop high-performance teams

Laura Villacrusis, senior consultant with Kwela Leadership speaks with Vince Kanasoot, communications specialist at CPABC, about what makes a high-performing team member.

May 19, 202226 min

Back to the office: What this means for workplace mental wellness

Learn how organizations can support their people as we return to the office with Lifeworks’ Allison Kelly, Director of Research and Analytics and Cam Sekora, Customer Success. Hosted by Kerri Brkich, vice president, external affairs and communications for CPABC.

May 03, 202243 min

Why companies care about ESG

Lori Mathison, FCPA, FCGA, LLB, president and CEO of CPABC, Suzanne Siemens, CPA, CA, co-founder and CEO of Aisle, and Diana Vuong, CPA, CA, vice-president of finance and CFO of the Vancouver Airport Authority discuss why companies care about ESG and how their business approaches ESG. Part of our ESG with Coffee Chats podcast series.

Apr 01, 202228 min

Engineering success by taking risks: Profile on Jimmy Vaiopoulos, CPA, CA

Jimmy Vaiopoulos’ first passion was engineering, a passion that led to him obtaining his CPA designation and pursuing a career working with leading-edge technology and companies. Rebecca Dirnfeld, Senior Student Recruitment Officer, chats with Jimmy about his career journey.

Mar 25, 202227 min

How hybrid workers can safeguard their productivity and connections

In this podcast episode, Ann Gomez, founding president of Clear Concept Inc., speaks to Leah Giesbrecht, communications specialist at CPABC, about some best practices for maintaining productivity as a hybrid worker. Part of our Coffee Chats with CPABC podcast series.

Mar 17, 202226 min

The importance of having an ESG strategy

Lori Mathison, FCPA, FCGA, LLB, president and CEO of CPABC, and Andrew Sweeney, CPA, CA, vice president and portfolio manager at PH&N Institutional discuss how having an ESG strategy and committing to ESG reporting will be an increasingly important consideration in raising capital for your business. Part of our ESG with Coffee Chats podcast series.

Mar 16, 202224 min

Gender parity: Challenges in breaking the glass ceiling

Amy Lam, FCPA, FCA, CPABC EVP Corporate Services & CFO, speaks with DIVERSEcity’s Neelam Sahota, FCPA, FCGA about the challenges of breaking the glass ceiling and championing women in the workplace.

Mar 11, 202236 min

Why ESG matters for CPAs

Lori Mathison, FCPA, FCGA, LLB, president and CEO of CPABC, and Sarah Marsh, CPA, CA, partner with PwC Canada’s Sustainability and Climate Change team in Vancouver and national lead for their ESG Reporting group, discuss why it’s important for CPAs to understand ESG and the critical role they can play in ESG reporting. Part of our ESG with Coffee Chats podcast series.

Feb 23, 202224 min

ESG and Doughnut Economics

What is ESG and how does it tie into the Doughnut Economics model? Mia Maki, FCPA, FCMA, shares her insight in this conversation with CPABC’s president and CEO, Lori Mathison, FCPA, FCGA, LLB.

Jan 20, 202231 min

Skills CPAs need in 2022

What workplace skills will be in demand in 2022? CPABC’s director of professional development, Nicola McLaren, CPA, CA; and manager of employer relations, Stéphanie Roy, recently shared their thoughts on what key skills they recommend people develop this year. Hosted by CPABC’s communications manager, Vivian Tse. Disclaimer: Recorded in early December, 2021.

Jan 18, 202243 min

Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2022 report

CPABC's economist Aaron Aerts discusses with PwC's John Bunting, senior partner and leader of the BC Region Real Estate practice, the findings from the Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2022 report released by PwC.

Dec 22, 202122 min

How CPAs can upgrade their digital skills to stay competitive

Garrett Wasny, digital skills advisor and CPABC professional development instructor, speaks with Vince Kanasoot, CPABC communications specialist, about how CPAs can stay up-to-speed with their digital competencies to extract, interpret, and communicate data, including effectively using Google’s tools.

Nov 15, 202139 min

Busting 7 common money myths

The Internet is filled with financial “tips” that can be more myth than truth. Nelson Soh, CPA, CA, and volunteer with CPABC’s Financial Literacy Program, chats with Vivian Tse, CPABC's communications manager, to provide clarity on these tips.

Nov 03, 202120 min

How businesses can make informed cybersecurity investment decision

Cybersecurity expert and past ISACA president, Justin Malczewski, chats with Anthony Green, CPABC’s Manager of Security Operations and Compliance, about how leaders can best make informed decisions on the types of cybersecurity resources they invest in.

Oct 25, 202119 min

CPABC Provincial Budget Submission 2021

CPABC’s economist, Aaron Aerts, discusses with Vivian Tse, communications manager, how CPABC recommends that BC’s next budget should focus on tax modernization to spur growth.

Sep 30, 202113 min

How to conquer your back to school spending

Nelson Soh, CPA, CA, CPA Financial Literacy Program volunteer shares with Vivian Tse, Manager, Communications, his tips on how students can set intentional spending goals to master their back to school spending.

Aug 25, 202123 min

Discover how Enterprise Risk Management aligns with your business strategy

Bill Wesioly, Risk Management consultant, explains why it is important to include risk management as a fundamental discipline in business strategy and how it’ll affect today’s environment. Bill will also be teaching our Enterprise Risk Management Fundamentals Executive Program in the fall.

Aug 23, 202110 min
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