Ep 8: Succession, Culture, and Staying Ahead with Steve McDonald

06/11/2025 22 min

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What does it really take to grow—and stay strong—in today’s accounting landscape?In this episode, host Dave Kells talks with Steve McDonald, Managing Partner at ABDO, about building a thriving firm without losing sight of culture, people, and long-term strategy. From navigating growth and technology to leadership development and succession planning, Steve shares how ABDO continues to evolve while staying true to its values.In this episode, you will be able to:• Learn how to balance firm growth with culture and accountability• Understand why leadership development and succession start on day one• Explore how to leverage AI and innovation without losing the human element• Discover the KPIs and metrics that truly drive firm performance• Hear how hybrid work and intentional communication strengthen cultureListen now to hear how one firm built lasting success through strategy, culture, and continuous improvement!#CPAstrategy #FirmGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #AccountingInnovation #TheIndependentCPAFirmPodcast