The RightNOW Podcast

By Rightworks

In this podcast series, Derek Distin, Vice President of Community at Rightworks, sits down with several of our RightNOW sponsors to discuss the state of the accounting profession and its future.

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February 21, 2025 Accounting's Path to Strategic Advising
Welcome to the RightNOW podcast, hosted by Derek Distin, Sr. Director of Customer Experience for Rightworks.
In this episode of the RightNOW Podcast, Derek is joined by special guests Adam Orlowski, Sr. Vice President & Chief Technical Officer for Tax and Accounting in North America at Wolters Kluwer, and John Barnes, Vice President for Firm Management Solutions. Together, they explore the evolution of accounting—from its ancient origins to the technology-driven changes shaping the profession today. What does the future hold for accountants? How can firms adapt to stay competitive? Tune in for expert insights, industry trends, and a deep dive into the tools transforming firm management. Learn more about Rightworks: https://bit.ly/49OKIF8
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23min
May 09, 2024 From Shortages to Solutions: How to Adapt in the New Accounting Industry (Ep. 7)
Welcome to the RightNOW podcast, hosted by Derek Distin, Sr. Director of Customer Experience for Rightworks. In this episode, Derek welcomes Justin Cabinet from Intuit, to discuss the current state of the accounting profession. They dive into staff shortage strategies, automation and what defining goals could mean to your accounting firm. Justin also shares how to embrace new technology to drive efficiency and attract higher-value impact clients.

Learn more about Rightworks: https://bit.ly/49OKIF8

Follow Rightworks on social:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/rightworks_
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18min
May 02, 2024 Navigating Accounting’s Future: Strategies for Success (Ep. 6)
In this episode of the RightNOW Podcast, Derek Distin is joined by Nancy Hawkins, VP of Product Management at Thomson Reuters. Together, Derek and Nancy discuss the technological challenges, talent upscaling and agency modernization currently impacting the accounting profession. Nancy shares her thoughts on how remote work is a great way to attract top talent. Learn more about Rightworks: https://bit.ly/49OKIF8
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19min
May 02, 2024 Breaking Through Barriers: AI, KPIs and Seamless Experiences (Ep. 5)
Welcome to the RightNOW podcast, hosted by Derek Distin, Sr. Director of Customer Experience for Rightworks. In Episode 5, Derek talks with SafeSend Co-founder and Chief Growth Officer, Andrew Hatfield. The two talk about the virtues of a frictionless experience, barriers to industry growth, AI and KPIs and how accounting firms can use automation and consolidation to uplift client experiences.

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18min
May 01, 2024 Revolutionizing Accounting: Can Generative AI Lead the Way? (Ep. 4)
In this episode, renowned guest, Dr. Radhika Dirks, CEO and Co-Founder of XLABS and RIBO joins Derek Distin to go in-depth about the role generative AI will play in the next evolution of the accounting profession. We discuss the impact, accuracy, and hesitancy behind AI and how accounting firms can positively implement this revolutionary tool.
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23min
April 30, 2024 From Outsourcing to AI: How to Solve Your Firm’s Labor Shortage (Ep. 3)
In episode 3 of the RightNOW podcast, Miles Talent Hub CEO, Varun Jain joins host Derek Distin, Sr. Director of Customer Experience for Rightworks, to shed light on the labor shortage affecting the accounting profession. They also explore how technology, outsourcing and the STEM model can attract a wider talent pool and help reverse the crisis. Learn more about Rightworks: https://bit.ly/49OKIF8
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19min
April 24, 2024 Integration and Transformation: Is Your Firm Prepared to Move Forward (Ep. 2)
Welcome to the RightNOW podcast, hosted by Derek Distin, Sr. Director of Customer Experience for Rightworks. In this episode of the RightNOW Podcast, Derek is joined by special guest Heidi Rogers, Account Manager for CPA Charge. Derek and Heidi dive into how evolving technology can help accounting firms overcome industry-wide challenges and the struggles accompanying adapting to these new advancements. Plus, is it AI or automation? And why we shouldn't be afraid of either.

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21min
April 23, 2024 Accounting For Tomorrow: Trends and Transformations (Ep. 1)
Welcome to the RightNOW podcast, hosted by Derek Distin, Sr. Director of Customer Experience for Rightworks. In this episode of the RightNOW Podcast, Derek is joined by special guest and CEO of Canopy, Davis Bell to examine the evolution of accounting and how modernization will impact accounting firms, their clients and employees. Plus, they discuss the role tools like artificial intelligence will play in the ongoing transformation of the accounting profession.

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FAQs about The RightNOW Podcast:

How many episodes does The RightNOW Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 18 episodes available.