Coffee Chats with CPABC
144 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago -Coffee Chats with CPABC is a podcast dedicated to sharing the insights of BC’s chartered professional accountants and other experts. Topics include economic updates, professional development, cybersecurity, and advice for students and candidates.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in our podcasts do not necessarily represent that of CPABC.
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Engineering success by taking risks: Profile on Jimmy Vaiopoulos, CPA, CA
March 25, 2022 21:59 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MBJimmy Vaiopoulos’ first passion was engineering, a passion that led to him obtaining his CPA designation and pursuing a career working with leading-edge technology and companies. Rebecca Dirnfeld, Senior Student Recruitment Officer, chats with Jimmy about his career journey.
What were some of the biggest investment trends in 2021?
March 18, 2022 16:26 - 12 minutes - 7.39 MBLearn about insights from CPABC’s new BC Check-Up report, including how business activity, housing starts, and infrastructure investment rebounded strongly in 2021.
How hybrid workers can safeguard their productivity and connections
March 17, 2022 21:50 - 25 minutes - 35.7 MBIn this podcast episode, Ann Gomez, founding president of Clear Concept Inc., speaks to Leah Giesbrecht, communications specialist at CPABC, about some best practices for maintaining productivity as a hybrid worker. Part of our Coffee Chats with CPABC podcast series.
The importance of having an ESG strategy
March 16, 2022 23:51 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MBLori Mathison, FCPA, FCGA, LLB, president and CEO of CPABC, and Andrew Sweeney, CPA, CA, vice president and portfolio manager at PH&N Institutional discuss how having an ESG strategy and committing to ESG reporting will be an increasingly important consideration in raising capital for your business. Part of our ESG with Coffee Chats podcast series.
Challenges in breaking the glass ceiling
March 11, 2022 20:03Amy Lam, FCPA, FCA, CPABC EVP Corporate Services & CFO, speaks with DIVERSEcity’s Neelam Sahota, FCPA, FCGA about the challenges of breaking the glass ceiling and championing women in the workplace.
Gender parity: Challenges in breaking the glass ceiling
March 11, 2022 20:03 - 36 minutes - 49.5 MBAmy Lam, FCPA, FCA, CPABC EVP Corporate Services & CFO, speaks with DIVERSEcity’s Neelam Sahota, FCPA, FCGA about the challenges of breaking the glass ceiling and championing women in the workplace.
Cloud service for business: What to look for, and compliancy and security considerations
February 25, 2022 22:14 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MBAnthony Green, CPABC’s manager of security operations and compliance, speaks with Pax8's Mariane Louvet, director of sales in Canada, and Matt Lee, senior director of security and compliance, to get their insight into best practices when selecting a cloud service provider.
Why ESG matters for CPAs
February 23, 2022 00:27 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MBLori Mathison, FCPA, FCGA, LLB, president and CEO of CPABC, and Sarah Marsh, CPA, CA, partner with PwC Canada’s Sustainability and Climate Change team in Vancouver and national lead for their ESG Reporting group, discuss why it’s important for CPAs to understand ESG and the critical role they can play in ESG reporting. Part of our ESG with Coffee Chats podcast series.
Anyone can wire their brain for leadership – here’s how
February 07, 2022 22:22 - 23 minutes - 31.6 MBTerry Small, a master teacher and learning skills specialist, shares his tips on how we can shift our mindset to improve our leadership in this interview with Leah Giesbrecht, communications specialist at CPABC.
ESG and Doughnut Economics
January 20, 2022 19:05 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MBWhat is ESG and how does it tie into the Doughnut Economics model? Mia Maki, FCPA, FCMA, shares her insight in this conversation with CPABC’s president and CEO, Lori Mathison, FCPA, FCGA, LLB.
Skills CPAs need in 2022
January 18, 2022 23:53 - 42 minutes - 58.6 MBWhat workplace skills will be in demand in 2022? CPABC’s director of professional development, Nicola McLaren, CPA, CA; and manager of employer relations, Stéphanie Roy, recently shared their thoughts on what key skills they recommend people develop this year. Hosted by CPABC’s communications manager, Vivian Tse. Disclaimer: Recorded in early December, 2021.
How Julien Francois helps publishers adapt and thrive in the digital world
January 13, 2022 23:45 - 24 minutes - 34.4 MBJulien Francois, CPA, CA, and CFO at STN Video, chats with CPABC’s communications specialist, Vince Kanasoot, about his path to becoming a CPA and how he supports the innovative work being done at STN Video. Part of our CPA Disruptor series.
Ethical leadership in an era of complexity and digital change
January 08, 2022 00:17 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MBLearn how complexity, digital disruption, and mis/disinformation can impact CPAs’ work from Brian and Laura Friedrich, leaders of the trust and ethics stream for CPA’s Foresight: Future of the Profession initiative.
Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2022 report
December 22, 2021 17:47 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MBCPABC's economist Aaron Aerts discusses with PwC's John Bunting, senior partner and leader of the BC Region Real Estate practice, the findings from the Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2022 report released by PwC.
BC employment continues to exceed pre-pandemic levels, exports reach record highs
December 20, 2021 19:00 - 16 minutes - 22.7 MBCPABC's economist, Aaron Aerts, discusses with Vivian Tse, communications manager, the findings from CPABC’s economic update for November 2021.
PwC forecasts holiday spending to be up a third this year
December 03, 2021 17:48 - 17 minutes - 11.6 MBPwC Canada's Rob Coard, CPA, CA, speaks to CPABC's economist, Aaron Aerts, about PwC's recent report on emerging consumer trends for the 2021 holiday season.
How CPAs can upgrade their digital skills to stay competitive
November 15, 2021 17:29 - 39 minutes - 53.8 MBGarrett Wasny, digital skills advisor and CPABC professional development instructor, speaks with Vince Kanasoot, CPABC communications specialist, about how CPAs can stay up-to-speed with their digital competencies to extract, interpret, and communicate data, including effectively using Google’s tools.
Busting 7 common money myths
November 03, 2021 20:38 - 20 minutes - 27.7 MBThe Internet is filled with financial “tips” that can be more myth than truth. Nelson Soh, CPA, CA, and volunteer with CPABC’s Financial Literacy Program, chats with Vivian Tse, CPABC's communications manager, to provide clarity on these tips.
How businesses can make informed cybersecurity investment decision
October 25, 2021 12:00 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MBCybersecurity expert and past ISACA president, Justin Malczewski, chats with Anthony Green, CPABC’s Manager of Security Operations and Compliance, about how leaders can best make informed decisions on the types of cybersecurity resources they invest in.
Employment gains over past year pushes BC workforce above pre-pandemic levels
October 22, 2021 17:06 - 13 minutes - 19.3 MBCPABC’s economist, Aaron Aerts, reviews with Vivian Tse, communications manager, the findings from CPABC’s latest BC Check-Up: Work report.
How businesses can make informed cybersecurity investment decisions
October 21, 2021 17:47Cybersecurity expert and past ISACA president, Justin Malczewski, chats with Anthony Green, CPABC’s Manager of Security Operations and Compliance, about how leaders can best make informed decisions on the types of cybersecurity resources they invest in.
CPABC Provincial Budget Submission 2021
September 30, 2021 17:51 - 12 minutes - 7.68 MBCPABC’s economist, Aaron Aerts, discusses with Vivian Tse, communications manager, how CPABC recommends that BC’s next budget should focus on tax modernization to spur growth.
Leading with heart and an open mind: Livleen Veslemes, change maker
August 30, 2021 18:18 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MBLivleen Veslemes, CPA, CMA, and winner of a BCBusiness Women in Business award speaks to CPABC communications specialist Vince Kanasoot in this insightful and inspiring interview.
How to conquer your back to school spending
August 25, 2021 16:37 - 22 minutes - 31 MBNelson Soh, CPA, CA, CPA Financial Literacy Program volunteer shares with Vivian Tse, Manager, Communications, his tips on how students can set intentional spending goals to master their back to school spending.
Discover how Enterprise Risk Management aligns with your business strategy
August 23, 2021 23:04 - 10 minutes - 14.4 MBBill Wesioly, Risk Management consultant, explains why it is important to include risk management as a fundamental discipline in business strategy and how it’ll affect today’s environment. Bill will also be teaching our Enterprise Risk Management Fundamentals Executive Program in the fall.
Using behavioural biometrics in multi-factor authentication to step up cybersecurity
August 20, 2021 16:08 - 17 minutes - 23.5 MBIan Paterson, CEO at Plurilock, chats with Anthony Green, CPABC’s manager of security operation and compliance, about how multi-factor authentication, particularly biometrics, is helping to innovate cybersecurity.
CPA Disruptors profile: Jeff Wasyliw, Alida
August 19, 2021 18:19 - 18 minutes - 25 MBIn this CPA Disruptors spotlight, Jeff Wasyliw, CPA, CA, VP of finance and operations at Alida, chats with Vince Kanasoot, communications specialist about his career and how he helps lead a fast-growing tech company operating worldwide.
Guide to getting out of debt – Part 2
August 11, 2021 21:50 - 15 minutes - 21.3 MBAndrew Smith, CPA, CA, CIRP, LIT takes a further dive into debt management and the ways you can reduce your debt.
Humanizing tech: The new way for accountants to add value
July 27, 2021 21:52 - 11 minutes - 16.4 MBJohn Hetherington, digital change expert, shares a creative way to introduce new technology into the workplace and encourage its successful use. Hosted by CPABC's manager of security operation and compliance, Anthony Green.
Building lifelong relationships through CPA mentorship
July 26, 2021 17:39 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MBSuzanne Berry, CPABC’s professional education program outreach officer, chats with CPA candidate Kash Pouladian and his mentor Laurence Ling, CPA, CMA, on how their relationship helped both of them develop in their career and personal lives.
Good food, good mood – How to give your body its best chance
July 20, 2021 22:21 - 46 minutes - 63.8 MBNicole Porter, stress coach, nutritionist, and wellness educator, chats with Vince Kanasoot, communications specialist at CPABC, about healthy nutrition choices that can positively impact mood and overall wellbeing on the inside and out.
How BC’s mining industry is investing in ESG practices, and a roadmap to start your ESG journey. Part 2 of 2.
July 19, 2021 17:47 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MBPwC’s Mike Harris, FCA, FCPA, CIA, ICD.D, discusses how BC’s mining industry is committed to sustainability, and provides a guide for businesses of all types to start their ESG journey. Part 2 of 2 on PwC’s 2021 BC Mining report.
How BC mining fared in 2020 and is poised to grow going forward. Part 1 of 2.
July 15, 2021 20:23 - 15 minutes - 21.8 MBPwC’s Mark Patterson, CPA, CA, highlights how BC’s mining industry successfully navigated the pandemic and opportunities as the economy rebounds and commodity prices soar. Part 1 of 2 on PwC’s 2021 BC Mining report.
Using EQ to bring balance to your work day
July 09, 2021 18:35 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MBCarolyn Stern, emotional intelligence expert and professor at Capilano University, outlines how we can use emotional intelligence (EQ) to find more balance at work.
Guide to getting out of debt – Part 1
July 08, 2021 21:12 - 14 minutes - 20.5 MBAndrew Smith, CPA, CA, CIRP, LIT talks about managing debt and how important it is to have a budget.
Communicating with difficult people
July 05, 2021 18:40 - 20 minutes - 28.1 MBPam Penner, mediator, coach, and instructor with the Justice Institute of BC, provides pointers on how to communicate effectively when we encounter difficult people or situations.
BC Check-Up: Live – How did COVID-19 affect BC’s population growth, and what’s driving rapid housing price increases?
June 23, 2021 13:00 - 14 minutes - 19.7 MBAaron Aerts, CPABC’s economist, discusses findings from CPABC’s newest report on demographic trends and housing affordability across the province.
PwC’s 2021 CEO Survey: Turning optimism into opportunity
June 21, 2021 21:13 - 14 minutes - 12.5 MBPwC Canada’s managing partner Jim McGuigan, CPA, CA, highlights how business leaders are optimistic about our economic rebound but will need to invest into their changing workforce, cybersecurity and sustainability to fulfill the potential ahead.
Leveraging Emotional Intelligence at Work
June 14, 2021 18:24 - 13 minutes - 18.1 MBCarolyn Stern, emotional intelligence expert and professor at Capilano University, discusses how we can use emotional intelligence (EQ) to increase our effectiveness at work.
How to optimize sleep and downtime to be at your best
June 11, 2021 17:30 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MBSteve Rio, CEO and co-founder of Nature of Work, a work/wellness program, chats with Vince Kanasoot, communications specialist with CPABC, about how to achieve optimal sleep and downtime, and the impact this can have on your life.
Too many distractions? Try these techniques to boost your productivity
June 04, 2021 17:09 - 15 minutes - 21.7 MBAnn Gomez, Founding President of Clear Concept Inc., provides techniques to safeguard your time, increase your focus, and boost your productivity.
How have consumers changed their spending habits a year after COVID-19 hit?
June 01, 2021 17:11 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBPwC’s Rob Coard, CPA, CA, talks about how consumers are increasingly going online for goods & services, and how businesses can cater to the progressively more eco-conscious customer.
BC Economic Update May 2021
May 20, 2021 17:25 - 25 minutes - 12.4 MBCPABC's economist, Aaron Aerts, discusses recent employment losses, strength in exports, and how retail trade is faring given the recent circuit breaker restrictions.
Why it’s important to encourage positive mental health in the workplace
May 04, 2021 18:16 - 29 minutes - 40.5 MBKerri Wilcox, CPABC's Vice President, External Affairs and Communications, speaks to Brooke Ko, CPA, CA, PwC Canada’s Tax Partner and Diversity & Inclusion Leader in BC about PwC Canada’s efforts in encouraging staff to have conversations about mental health.
Mental health in the workplace: What will the new normal look like?
May 03, 2021 17:11 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBKerri Wilcox, CPABC's Vice President, External Affairs & Communications, speaks to Deloitte's BC Regional Managing Partner, Jodi Evans, and its National Mental Health Leader, Sarika Gundu about how Deloitte is supporting its employees.
How SMEs can level up their digital game
April 30, 2021 17:24 - 22 minutes - 17.4 MBChad Chang, CMA, CPA, co-founder of Purpose CPA, and Victor Lai, founder of Big Cedar Creative, provide tips on how SMEs can improve their digital footprint. See their guide for the BC Launch Online Grant at: bit.ly/3vsfgIW
Strategies for getting out of burnout
April 26, 2021 18:44 - 18 minutes - 25.5 MBGlen Sollors, partner at Kwela Leadership and Talent Management, shares strategies for overcoming burnout so that we can more effectively lead ourselves and others.
Takeaways from the provincial and federal budget, and how BC’s economy has changed over the past year
April 23, 2021 17:30 - 17 minutes - 23.7 MBAaron Aerts, CPABC’s economist, talks about the recently tabled federal and provincial budget, and gives an update on where BC’s economy stands a year after the province first declared a state of emergency.
How SMEs can start and gain company-wide support for cybersecurity
April 16, 2021 17:43 - 18 minutes - 25.1 MBMichael Argast, co-founder and CEO of Kobalt talks to CPABC’s security engineer, Anthony Green, on how SMEs can implement cybersecurity on limited resources and gain support from the C-suite.
How CPAs can add value for clients in wealth management
April 14, 2021 18:50 - 14 minutes - 19.6 MBKevin Burkett, CPA, CA, provides tips on how public practitioners can offer clients additional value by expanding their services to include wealth management advice. Kevin is a partner at Burkett & Co Chartered Professional Accountants in Victoria.