This one’s for every student unsure about accounting, every young professional burned out by busy season, and every leader wondering where the next Rainmaker will come from.
Dr. Tim Naddy sits down with Scott Batsch of BDO to drop truth bombs about what’s really happening in accounting education, CPA firm culture, and the future of the profession. They talk recruiting, burnout, why Rainmakers are vanishing—and how to fix it. They explore mentorship, ESOPs, communication gaps, and the urgent need for a Renaissance CPA who blends technical skill with storytelling, creativity, and human connection.