CPA Talk Series

Datamatics Business Solutions

CPA Talk Series , our podcast series, is your front-row seat to the evolving world of modern CPAs—where AI is accelerating, talent is in short supply, technology is transforming fast, and regulations are only getting tougher. We keep the coffee warm and the conversations true. Focused on CPAs—and for anyone passionate about the future of accounting—this series dives into the strategic shifts redefining the profession. Expect honest, no-fluff insights from experts who’ve lived the change. We ask the right questions to uncover answers that are unexpected, thought-provoking, and refreshingly real.

Episodes

  1. Beyond the Numbers: Benches Win Matches- with Jay Tolsma

    08/07/2025

    Beyond the Numbers: Benches Win Matches- with Jay Tolsma

    In this insightful episode of the CPA Talk Series, Jay Tolsma, Senior Partner at ELO CPAs & Advisors, shares his 39 years of experience in growing one of the most trusted CPA firms in South Dakota. Jay reveals his unique approach to building a successful firm—with a focus on people-first leadership, continuous growth, and strategic outsourcing. 🔑 Key Topics Discussed: • The People-First Approach: Why putting your team at the heart of every strategic decision is essential to success. • Outsourcing Done Right: How Jay’s firm integrates outsourced teams as true partners—not just cost-saving solutions—fostering strong cultural alignment and trust. • Upskilling & Scaling: The importance of continuously upskilling and upscaling your team for long-term growth and financial success. • Basketball Coaching & Business: Jay uses his basketball coaching experience to explain why having a strong "bench"—a deep, capable team—is key to winning. • Work-Life Balance & Technology: How today’s CPAs are achieving better work-life balance without compromising on quality or efficiency, and how AI and outsourcing are making this possible. • Advice for Young CPAs: Jay’s advice for the next generation of CPAs on continuous learning, embracing change, and investing in relationships. Takeaways: Learn how to build a strong, resilient team, leverage outsourcing to scale your firm, and use technology to work smarter, not harder. 👉 Don’t miss this episode! Tune in for actionable insights from a leader who’s seen it all, and gain valuable tips to grow your own CPA firm.

    34 min

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CPA Talk Series , our podcast series, is your front-row seat to the evolving world of modern CPAs—where AI is accelerating, talent is in short supply, technology is transforming fast, and regulations are only getting tougher. We keep the coffee warm and the conversations true. Focused on CPAs—and for anyone passionate about the future of accounting—this series dives into the strategic shifts redefining the profession. Expect honest, no-fluff insights from experts who’ve lived the change. We ask the right questions to uncover answers that are unexpected, thought-provoking, and refreshingly real.