Everything CPA and Private Equity with Phil and David

Everything CPA and Private Equity with Phil and David
Podcast Description
Welcome to Everything CPA and Private Equity, the go-to podcast for accounting professionals navigating the rapidly evolving world of private equity. Hosted by the seasoned team at Whitman Transition Advisors, this podcast breaks down complex topics, shares expert insights, and provides actionable advice to help CPA firms understand and thrive in the private equity landscape.
Each episode explores critical concepts, from investment strategies to partnership models, and features candid conversations with industry leaders and special guests. Whether you’re exploring opportunities, managing transitions, or simply curious about the latest trends, this podcast delivers the knowledge you need to make informed decisions and drive your firm’s success.
Tune in, subscribe, and join us as we guide you through the intersection of accounting and private equity!
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Content Themes
The podcast primarily focuses on themes surrounding private equity and CPA firms, addressing topics like investment strategies, partnership models, and firm growth. Episodes include discussions on how private equity can transform CPA firms, with examples such as leveraging private equity to enhance firm valuation and ways to attract top talent while maintaining ownership control.

Welcome to Everything CPA and Private Equity with Phil Whitman and David Wolfskehl, the go-to podcast for accounting professionals navigating the rapidly evolving world of private equity. Hosted by the seasoned team at Whitman Transition Advisors, this podcast breaks down complex topics, shares expert insights, and provides actionable advice to help CPA firms understand and thrive in the private equity landscape.
Each episode explores critical concepts, from investment strategies to partnership models, and features candid conversations with industry leaders and special guests. Whether you’re exploring opportunities, managing transitions, or simply curious about the latest trends, this podcast delivers the knowledge you need to make informed decisions and drive your firm’s success.
Tune in, subscribe, and join us as we guide you through the intersection of accounting and private equity!

Is an ESOP the right next step for your CPA firm?
In this episode of Everything CPA and ESOP, David Wolfskehl is joined by Cristine O’Keefe and Tabitha Croscut to unpack what firms need to know about Employee Stock Ownership Plans—from legal structure to strategic fit. Whether you’re actively exploring succession options or just want to future-proof your firm, this conversation offers clarity and direction.
In this episode, you’ll be able to:
•Understand how ESOPs work and why more CPA firms are considering them
•Learn the legal and tax benefits that make ESOPs attractive
•Discover what makes a firm a good fit for ESOP implementation
•Hear insights from real-world firm experiences
•Avoid common pitfalls that can derail an ESOP transition
If you’re exploring options beyond traditional succession, this episode is a must-listen!
#ESOP #CPAIndustry #SuccessionPlanning #FirmLeadership #AccountingStrategy
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