MAC Advantage Resource Hub
Welcome to the MAC Advantage Resource Hub! Here, you’ll find our latest collection of thought-provoking webinars, insightful interviews with industry experts, and conversations with distinguished leaders in accounting and beyond. These resources are designed to empower and inform you as you grow and adapt in your career.
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MAC Advantage Conversations
Episode 10: Lee White
Welcome to the tenth episode of the “MAC Advantage” conversation series, where NC State Jenkins MAC Director Scott Showalter sits down with Lee White, CEO of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC), for an insightful discussion about his experiences with IFAC and the current and future state of the accounting profession.
In this candid conversation, Lee reflects on the variety of experiences he has encountered during his career. During his career, he has worked as an assurance practitioner in both the private (PWC) and public sectors (Auditor-General of NSW), a securities and audit inspector regulator, leader of a professional accounting body, and a leader of an international public interest organization supporting both global financial reporting and sustainability standards. Currently serving as CEO of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC), Lee talks about his career in the accounting profession and his views about the current and future state of the accounting profession.
Don’t miss the next informative episode of the “MAC Advantage” series, designed to bring fresh professional perspectives from todays and tomorrow’s accounting leaders.
Episode 9: Paul Knopp
Welcome to the ninth episode of the “MAC Advantage” conversation series, where NC State Jenkins MAC Director Scott Showalter sits down with Paul Knopp, recently retired CEO for KPMG, for an insightful discussion about his experiences with KPMG and the current and future state of the accounting profession.
In this candid conversation, Paul reflects on the variety of experiences he has encountered during his 42-year career with KPMG, joining the firm in 1983. Serving as CEO of KPMG between 2020-2025, Paul talks about his career in the accounting profession and his views about the current and future state of the accounting profession.
Don’t miss the next informative episode of the “MAC Advantage” series, designed to bring fresh professional perspectives from today’s and tomorrow’s accounting leaders.
Episode 8: Christine Botosan
Welcome to the eighth episode of the “MAC Advantage” conversation series, where NC State Jenkins MAC Director Scott Showalter sits down with Christine A. Botosan, Board member of the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) for an insightful discussion about her experiences with FASB and the current and future state of the accounting profession.
In this candid conversation, Christine reflects on her experience in serving on the FASB for the past 10 years. Christine talks about her career in establishing accounting standards and, reflecting on her experience as a standard setter and in academia, her views about the current and future state of the accounting profession.
Don’t miss the next informative episode of the “MAC Advantage” series, designed to bring fresh professional perspectives from today’s and tomorrow’s accounting leaders.
Episode 7: Mark Koziel
Welcome to the seventh episode of the “MAC Advantage” conversation series, where NC State Jenkins MAC Director Scott Showalter sits down with Mark Koziel, current President and CEO at the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants and the American Institute of CPAs, for an insightful discussion about the activities at the AICPA and the current and future state of the accounting profession.
In this candid conversation, Mark reflects on the variety of experiences he has encountered during his numerous years in the accounting profession. As only the fifth CEO of the AICPA since WWII, Mark talks about his career in the accounting profession, his plans for the AICPA and his views about the current and future state of the accounting profession.
Don’t miss the next informative episode of the “MAC Advantage” series, designed to bring fresh professional perspectives to today’s and tomorrow’s accounting leaders.
Episode 6: Joel Black
Welcome to the sixth episode of the “MAC Advantage” conversation series, where NC State Jenkins MAC Director Scott Showalter sits down with Joel Black, current chair of the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), for an insightful discussion about the activities at the GASB and how the purpose and activities of the GASB are different from and similar to the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB).
In this candid conversation, Joel reflects on the variety of experiences he has encountered during his numerous years in the accounting profession. As the fifth chair of the GASB, Joel talks about recently completed projects by the GASB and upcoming new projects. Further, Joel shares his views about the most significant challenges for state and local governments in reporting their financial results.
Don’t miss the next informative episode of the “MAC Advantage” series, designed to bring fresh professional perspectives to today’s and tomorrow’s accounting leaders!
Episode 5: David Walker
Welcome to the fifth episode of the “MAC Advantage” conversation series, where NC State Jenkins MAC Director Scott Showalter sits down with Mr. David M. Walker, former Comptroller General of the United States, for an insightful discussion about his tenure in that role and the current and future state of the U.S. government’s fiscal sustainability.
In this candid conversation, David, who served as the seventh Comptroller General, shares some of the challenges he faced and the rewarding experiences he had during his ten years in office. Since leaving the role, he has been a strong advocate for a debt-to-GDP-based Fiscal Responsibility Amendment. With ongoing dialogue in Washington, D.C., about the fiscal sustainability of the federal government, his insights and observations are especially timely and relevant.
Don’t miss the next informative episode of the “MAC Advantage” series, designed to bring fresh professional perspectives to today’s and tomorrow’s accounting leaders!
Episode 4: Barry C. Melancon
Welcome to the fourth episode of the “MAC Advantage” conversation series, where NC State Jenkins MAC Director Scott Showalter sits down with Barry C. Melancon, former Chief Executive Officer of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (AICPA), for an insightful discussion about the activities at the AICPA and the current and future state of the accounting profession.
In this candid conversation, Barry reflects on the variety of experiences he encountered during his numerous years in the accounting profession. As the longest-serving CEO in the AICPA’s 133-year history, Barry talks about key events in the accounting profession and shares his insights about some of the challenges and accomplishments he experienced during his tenure at the AICPA. Further, Barry shares his views about the current and future state of the accounting profession.
Don’t miss the next informative episode of the “MAC Advantage” series, designed to bring fresh professional perspectives to today’s and tomorrow’s accounting leaders!
Episode 3: Paul Munter
Welcome to the third episode of the “MAC Advantage” conversation series, where NC State Jenkins MAC Director Scott Showalter sits down with Paul Munter, former Chief Accountant at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), for an insightful discussion about the activities at the SEC and the future of the accounting profession.
In this candid conversation, Paul reflects on the variety of experiences he encountered during his numerous years in the accounting profession. As one of the longest-serving Chief Accountants at the SEC, Paul shares some challenges and accomplishments he experienced during his tenure at the SEC. Further, reflecting on his various roles in public accounting, as an academic and as a regulator, Paul shares his views about the current and future state of the accounting profession.
Don’t miss the next informative episode of the “MAC Advantage” series, designed to bring fresh, professional perspectives to today’s and tomorrow’s accounting leaders!
Episode 2: Tom Hood
Welcome to the second episode of the “MAC Advantage” conversation series, where NC State Jenkins MAC Director Scott Showalter sits down with Tom Hood, EVP – Business Engagement & Growth at the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (AICPA), for an insightful discussion about the future of the accounting profession.
In this candid conversation, Tom shares the variety of experiences he has encountered during his numerous years in the accounting profession. He offers a global perspective on the challenges facing accounting professionals in business and industry. Additionally, he defines what Finance 2.0 means and explains how the AICPA is preparing accounting professionals to take advantage of the opportunities provided by Finance 2.0.
Don’t miss this informative episode of the “MAC Advantage” series, designed to bring fresh professional perspectives to today’s and tomorrow’s accounting leaders!
Episode 1: Christina Ho
Welcome to the first episode of the 2024 “MAC Advantage” conversation series, where NC State Jenkins MAC Director Scott Showalter sits down with Christina Ho, board member of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), for an insightful discussion on today’s accounting profession.
In this candid conversation, Christina shares her unique career journey, spanning roles in audit, technology, and government, ultimately leading to her role at the PCAOB. She offers an insider’s perspective on her regulatory approach, including her decision-making framework and recent stances on key standards in the profession. They also dive into emerging trends and the pivotal role of technology, particularly AI, in shaping the future of auditing.
Don’t miss this engaging start to the “MAC Advantage” series, designed to bring fresh professional perspectives to today’s and tomorrow’s accounting leaders!
