Leading Into the Future: Rethinking Work, Value & Leadership in Accounting
Total Credits: 2 including 2 Personnel/Human Resources - Non-technical
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- Categories:
- ACPEN Industry Institute | Human Resources | Accounting and Auditing
- Faculty:
- Steve Cadigan
- Course Levels:
- Intermediate
- Duration:
- 2 Hours
- License:
- Expires 30 day(s) after program date.
Description
The accounting profession is at a crossroads — not because of a new generation, but because the entire architecture of work is being rewritten. Smaller firms are feeling it most: recruiting has become harder, AI is changing client expectations overnight, and leadership succession looms large. In this fast-moving and practical session, global future-of-work strategist Steve Cadigan (LinkedIn’s first CHRO and author of Workquake) unpacks how small and mid-sized firms can reimagine how they attract, develop, and lead talent in a world where certainty is gone and adaptability is gold. Through real-world examples from progressive firms like Bookminders, Prestige Accounting, LedgerWise, Nova Accounting, and Insights CPAs, Steve shows how leaders are reshaping work models, leveraging AI as a time- creator, and making accounting a magnet for modern talent again.
Basic Course Information
Learning Objectives- Analyze the structural forces reshaping the accounting profession
- Reimagine talent attraction and retention strategies for smaller firms
- Leverage AI to enhance efficiency and human decision-making
- Apply adaptive leadership practices to prepare for succession and change
- Implement actionable steps to future-proof firm growth and culture
Major Subjects
- Talent Strategy
- Leadership
- AI
- Adaptability
- Future of Work
- Succession
Course Materials
| IMPORTANT_CPE Credit Instructions_Read Before Webcast_2025 Update (434.2 KB) | Available after Purchase | ||
| Leading Into the Future: Rethinking Work, Value & Leadership in Accounting Handout (7.8 MB) | Available after Purchase | ||
Faculty
Steve Cadigan Related Seminars and Products
Founder
Cadigan Talent Ventures
Steve Cadigan is a globally recognized talent strategist, board member, and thought leader in the future of work. As the founder of Cadigan Talent Ventures, a Silicon Valley-based consultancy, Steve provides invaluable counsel to a diverse array of innovative organizations, including tech giants, sports clubs, and financial institutions.
Professional Experience
Steve's expertise stems from over 25 years as an HR executive across various industries. His career culminated in his role as the inaugural Chief Human Resources Officer at LinkedIn from 2009 to 2012, where he guided the company through its IPO and laid the foundation for its current success.
Advisory and Board Roles
- Serves on the Board of Directors for three companies
- Advises several progressive organizations
- Collaborates with leading venture capital and consulting firms
Thought Leadership
Steve is a frequent speaker at international conferences and a guest lecturer at prestigious universities. His work has been recognized by:
- Stanford University, which developed a graduate-level course based on his cultural innovations at LinkedIn
- Major media outlets, including regular appearances on Bloomberg West, CBS, and CNBC
Recent Achievements
- Published "Workquake: Embracing the Aftershocks of COVID-19 to Create a Better Model of Working" in August 2021, which became a #1 Amazon Hot New Release
- Delivered commencement speeches at the University of San Francisco and Stanford University in 2021
Global Perspective
Having lived and worked in Singapore, Canada, and the United States, Steve brings a unique, global viewpoint to talent strategy. His experience in interviewing, hiring, coaching, and mentoring thousands of professionals across various industries and geographies sets him apart in discussions about the future of work.
Personal Life
Steve resides in California with his family, including four sons and two stepdaughters. When not engaged in professional activities, he enjoys coaching basketball, playing tennis, body surfing, and supporting his children's endeavors.
Education
- BA in History from Wesleyan University
- Master's Degree in HR & Organization Development from the University of San Francisco
Steve Cadigan continues to be at the forefront of shaping the future of work, leveraging his extensive experience and insights to help leaders and organizations build compelling talent strategies for the evolving workplace landscape.
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Additional Info
Basic Course Information
Prerequisites NoneAdvanced Preparation None
Designed For
All Professionals
Original Recording Date
11/13/25
Yellow Book No
Course Developer Steve Cadigan/Cadigan Talent Ventures/CA
Date Added to Catalog 11/25
Additional Information
Complaint Resolution PolicyPlease contact Anne Taylor for any complaints. anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
Official Registry Statement
Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org
Instructional Delivery Method
Group Internet Based
Course Registration Requirements
Online Registration
Refund/Cancellation Policy
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