The Past, Present, and Future of Black CPAs When John W. Cromwell Jr. became the first Black CPA in 1921, he paved the way for many more to follow. One hundred years later, the CPA profession must continue to increase access and representation as part of its future.

Looking Forward to the Next Century of Black CPAs It began with pioneers. It continued with brave leaders. Now, the future is up to us.

IN Play: Q&A With Timothy Watson, CPA Watson, a partner with Benford Brown & Associates LLC, looks back on his father's legacy and looks forward to the Black CPAs who will follow in his footsteps.

100 Years and Counting The CPA profession has come a long way since the first Black CPA was licensed in 1921, but there’s more progress to be made.

IN Play: Q&A With Dorri C. McWhorter, CPA, CITP, CGMA The CEO of the YWCA Metropolitan Chicago and current chair of the ICPAS Board of Directors has a vision of innovation and inclusion for the accounting profession of the future.

An Ethical Approach to Diversity and Inclusion Meaningful diversity and inclusion initiatives should be a foundational part of your organization’s ethics—and not just because the world is demanding action.

Bias and the Board When bias goes unnoticed and unchecked, it can deteriorate governance best practices, derail solid decision-making, and depreciate shareholder value.

Uncovering Unconscious Bias in Business Finding ways to uncover and combat implicit biases is the only way to build a diverse, inclusive, and successful organization in today’s business world.

When Diversity Is the Deal Planning for the growth, sale, or succession of any accounting firm is challenging, but minority-owned firms require special attention to future leadership, mission, and cultural preservation years before decisions get made.