Arthur Joseph Werner, JD, MS (Taxation), is the president and founder of the professional education firm Werner-Rocca Seminars Ltd.

• Get more Art Werner at cpatrendlines.com here: https://cpatrendlines.com/author/art-werner/

Werner’s lecture topic specialties include business, tax, financial and estate planning for high-net-worth individuals.

Werner lectures extensively in the areas of Estate Planning, Financial Planning, and Estate and Gift Taxation to Certified Public Accountants and Financial Planners, and has presented well in excess of 3000 eight-hour seminars over the past 25, years as well as numerous webinars and video presentations. He has been rated as having the highest speaker knowledge in his home state of Pennsylvania by the Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs, was awarded the AICPA Outstanding Discussion Leader Award in the State of Nevada, the Florida Institute of CPAs Outstanding Discussion Leader Award, and the South Carolina Association of CPAs Outstanding Discussion Leader Award.

In addition, he is a former adjunct professor of taxation in the Master of Science in Taxation program at The Philadelphia University. Werner received his B.S. in Accounting and his M.S. in Taxation from Widener University. He holds a J.D. in Law from the Delaware Law School.

Stephen M. Yoss, Jr., is a visionary CPA, a contributor to CPA Trendlines, and the entrepreneurial mind behind CPE Today.

Get more Steve Yoss at cpatrendlines.com here: https://cpa.click/steve-yoss

Starting his tech journey at age 10, Stephen quickly progressed to establish his own IT company at 13 and began crafting software by 15. He holds a dual degree in Accountancy and International Business from Loyola Marymount, complemented by a Master of Science in Information Systems and Technology with a focus on Geographic Information Systems from Claremont Graduate University.

Since 2017, Stephen has been at the helm of CPE Today's parent company, Devmatics LLC. He specializes in developing tailored software solutions, mobile apps, and sophisticated automation systems to solve complex, critical challenges for a variety of clients. His innovative approach to technology was first applied at his family’s firm, Yoss & Allen, where he revolutionized their technological infrastructure.

As an authoritative speaker and prolific author, Stephen is a powerhouse in professional education, presenting at over 100 events annually and having authored more than 50 CPE courses. His sessions, packed with expertise and actionable insights, cover critical technology topics from cloud computing to preventing data breaches, artificial intelligence, automation, and empowering professionals across the globe.

Stephen’s expertise in the realm of pyrotechnics is equally impressive. As a licensed pyrotechnician, he’s contributed to some of the nation’s most memorable fireworks displays, including the Macy’s July 4th Spectacular and the Golden Gate Bridge’s 75th Anniversary celebrations, the annual Burning Man event, and many other shows around the country. His precision and creativity illuminate the sky, showcasing his dedication to this explosive art form.

When he’s not developing software, enlightening professionals, or lighting up the sky with fireworks, Stephen indulges in his passions for music, community service, and the great outdoors. His commitment to community and adventure is evident, whether he’s at Burning Man or volunteering in his hometown of Big Bear Lake, CA.

Dive deeper into Stephen’s blend of technological innovation, educational contribution, and pyrotechnic artistry at https://yoss.io.

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Stephen M. Yoss, Jr., is a visionary CPA, a contributor to CPA Trendlines, and the entrepreneurial mind behind CPE Today.

• Get more Steve Yoss at cpatrendlines.com here: https://cpa.click/steve-yoss

Starting his tech journey at age 10, Stephen quickly progressed to establish his own IT company at 13 and began crafting software by 15. He holds a dual degree in Accountancy and International Business from Loyola Marymount, complemented by a Master of Science in Information Systems and Technology with a focus on Geographic Information Systems from Claremont Graduate University.

Since 2017, Stephen has been at the helm of CPE Today's parent company, Devmatics LLC. He specializes in developing tailored software solutions, mobile apps, and sophisticated automation systems to solve complex, critical challenges for a variety of clients. His innovative approach to technology was first applied at his family’s firm, Yoss & Allen, where he revolutionized their technological infrastructure.

As an authoritative speaker and prolific author, Stephen is a powerhouse in professional education, presenting at over 100 events annually and having authored more than 50 CPE courses. His sessions, packed with expertise and actionable insights, cover critical technology topics from cloud computing to preventing data breaches, artificial intelligence, automation, and empowering professionals across the globe.

Stephen’s expertise in the realm of pyrotechnics is equally impressive. As a licensed pyrotechnician, he’s contributed to some of the nation’s most memorable fireworks displays, including the Macy’s July 4th Spectacular and the Golden Gate Bridge’s 75th Anniversary celebrations, the annual Burning Man event, and many other shows around the country. His precision and creativity illuminate the sky, showcasing his dedication to this explosive art form.

When he’s not developing software, enlightening professionals, or lighting up the sky with fireworks, Stephen indulges in his passions for music, community service, and the great outdoors. His commitment to community and adventure is evident, whether he’s at Burning Man or volunteering in his hometown of Big Bear Lake, CA.

Dive deeper into Stephen’s blend of technological innovation, educational contribution, and pyrotechnic artistry at https://yoss.io.

Be unstoppable without sacrificing your soul.

The Disruptors
With Liz Farr

Like many of today’s younger accountants, Adam Lean didn’t want to be relegated to the back office recording history and focused on compliance but wanted to have an impact by helping businesses grow. “I didn't want to just be that person that just recorded the fact that the Titanic was sinking. I wanted to help the Titanic not sink.” Younger people “want to make waves,” Lean says. “They want to make more money without having to sacrifice their soul.”

• 13 MORE TAKEAWAYS: More Adam Lean Disruptor Notes
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• SEE THEM ALL here.

Humans are the most advanced supercomputers, but there’s no user manual.

The Disruptors
From the CPA Trendlines network
With Liz Farr

Like many who start out in public accounting, Vimal Bava didn’t initially question the status quo of our high-stress profession where long hours and little time for self-care are the norm. Part of that stress was a partner who would “chew us out” for mistakes on returns.

But when Vimal’s doctor told him he needed to find ways to reduce his stress, he started his own firm. Another wake-up call for Vimal came in 2017 when one of his accountant friends suddenly passed away.

Program Notes: Dive deeper into this episode and browse the complete network of CPA Trendlines podcasts, webinars, and programs here.

With Seth Fineberg
for CPA Trendlines

Randy Crabtree, perhaps best known as the host of The Unique CPA Podcast, tells Seth Fineberg in this episode of Tax Chat '24 that tax practitioners can avoid tax-season burnout with just a few simple shifts in their workflows.

MORE CRABTREE: Follow These 3 Rules to Keep Employees Happy

– Practical steps you can take immediately to pause, recharge and focus during the busiest time.

– The warning signs befre you go off track and hit the 'wall.'

– How to reset, get organized and finish the day and week strong.

– Why connecting with a community for support can be the best answer.

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Quick Tax Tip
With Art Werner

What are we really trying to accomplish in the area of fringe benefits? We're really trying to find a way to create what I call pseudo-compensation.

CPE Webinar: Maximizing Fringe Benefits Strategies for Business and Personal Needs in 2024 and Beyond
Wednesday, July 31
9 AM ET / 6 AM PT
8 Credits
With Art Werner, J.D. M.S.
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Seth Fineberg
With Eric Green

Renowned tax attorney Eric L. Green delivers a roadmap for seizing tax resolution opportunities this tax season in the new video from last week's first Tax Chat of the year, hosted by Seth Fineberg.

MORE TAX SEASON: FTC Nails TurboTax for ‘Free Filing’ Scam | Offer Your Tax Clients Other Services | Higher Fees to Start: Ten Ways to Make Your Tax Season Better | Tax Pros Handle 37.7% of E-filings | If Only the IRS’s Tax Pro Were Useful | Can Your Tax Reviewers Answer These 10 Questions? | Tax Pros File 33% of Early Returns | Can’t IRS Online Accounts Be More Useful?

In this live webinar, attendees – and now you – get the fundamentals for catching lucrative tax rep engagements without adding to busy season workloads. With live, real-time Q&A, everyone's questions got answered.