Big things are happening at CRI! In this episode, we’re joined by ⁠Brent Leslie⁠ and ⁠Michael Corkery t⁠o discuss the launch of CRI’s new Capital Markets practice. We explore why small-cap and middle-market companies have been traditionally underserved when it comes to IPO readiness and SEC reporting, and how this new service line is filling that gap.

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In this episode, join CRI’s David Mills and Tyler Mills as they break down key cybersecurity topics every business should understand. From the future of passkeys versus passwords to best practices for patch deployment and strategies for effective backup protection, this discussion delivers practical insights to help safeguard your organization

In this episode, CRI’s Jeff Silver, Jeff Hawkins, and Christian Williams offer a refresher on Transaction Advisory Services (TAS)—what they are, who we serve, and why it matters. As more clients move toward eventual exits, it’s critical for partners across the firm to understand the value TAS brings to the table. Tune in for a practical breakdown of the service line and the role it plays in helping clients prepare for what’s next.

As governmental accounting and reporting grow more complex, many are asking whether it’s time for simpler standards for small governments. In this episode, April Shuping, Becky Hammond, and Dean Mead explore the debate around "big GAAP" vs. "small GAAP" in the public sector, weighing the pros and cons of differentiated standards. We’ll also highlight helpful resources from GASB designed to support governments of all sizes.

In this episode, join CRI's Keith Hundley, Sandi Guy, Alyssa Hill, and David Mills as they give a preview of the upcoming Southern Grants Forum taking place this summer in New Orleans.

You'll hear what makes this event one of the leading training opportunities for grants professionals, including the key topics being covered, the caliber of speakers and sessions, and the value it brings to grant managers, finance staff, auditors, and others working in the grants space.

We also discuss what attendees can expect from the in-person experience, including opportunities for networking and personalized learning. Whether you're new to grants management or a seasoned professional, this forum offers practical guidance and insight to help you stay current and compliant.

Tune in to learn why the Southern Grants Forum should be on your calendar this summer.

On this weeks episode, join CRI Partners April Shuping, Sandi Guy, and Matthew Montemayor as they explore the American Institute of CPAs' (AICPA) groundbreaking approaches to supporting aspiring CPAs on their journey to certification.

They'll uncover how the AICPA is reimagining resources and strategies to help future accountants not only achieve their certification goals but also manage work-life balance effectively. Plus dive into practical tips for contributing positively to office culture, ensuring that new CPAs can thrive both professionally and personally.

Tune in for insights that will inspire and inform, whether you’re a student, a recent grad, or a seasoned professional looking to enrich your career and workplace environment. Don’t miss this chance to hear from experts at the forefront of these transformative efforts!

Over the next 18 years, over $60 billion of opioid settlement funds will be paid to state governments who will be passing some of it through to local governments. Join CRI Partners April Shuping, Becky Hammond, and Dean Mead, as they explain what questions local government finance officers should be asking and the resources available to help them to determine the correct accounting and disclosure for these new funds.

On this weeks episode, CRI Partner Dean Mead, and Principal Consultant of Muni Credit & Compliance Advisors, LLC, Anne Ross, dive into the common ways that state and local governments raise money to build and improve highways, water mains, and other infrastructures. This episode covers all the basics of what an underwriter is and what it does for government issuers of debt.