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Recipient of the 2024 John & Catherine Knox Accounting Scholarship through The OSCPA Educational Foundation, Amber Yang defines success for a CPA as a combination of dedication, self-motivation, and effective collaboration.

Portland State University student Jontaya Ward shares how receiving the 2024-25 PCAOB scholarship is shaping her personal ambitions and journey in accounting.

A record 676 students have been named PCAOB Scholars for the 2024-2025 academic year, marking the largest group in the program's history. Congratulations to OSCPA members Ciera Johnson, Javier Ruiz, Uriel Torres-Torres, and Jontaya Ward for their well-deserved recognition as 2024-25 PCAOB Scholars!

As an OSCPA Board member, Harriet Strothers, Delap LLP, highlights the importance of embracing creative thinking to drive evolution within the accounting profession.

Introducing Sean Funk, a newly certified CPA! Sean is ready to take on the accounting world with the deep industry knowledge he gained studying for the exam. In his current role at McDonald Jacobs PC, he finds completing tax returns particularly rewarding, as he views each one as a unique puzzle to solve.

In his latest column, OSCPA Board Chair John Hawkins shares insights on the future of the CPA profession, drawing on perspectives from the National Pipeline Advisory Group.

Surgent offers OSCPA members the chance to win a free review course valued at $1,299! Only OSCPA candidate and student members are eligible, with one entry per member.

To Dominic Ste. Marie of Dougall Conradie LLC, the role of a CPA is much more than a title. It signifies serving as a trusted and dependable advisor to his clients, ready to assist wherever needed. It also represents a substantial personal achievement, one that required significant sacrifice and dedication.

With federal and state tax laws becoming more complex each year, and pillars of the profession retiring, Karissa Swenson sees there is more and more of a need for CPAs in our communities.

The workplace has come a long way. As expectations have shifted — allowing for more flexibility and requiring less formality — you might be wondering if joining a professional organization is still relevant or just part of the old-school workplace culture.

Inspired by his family to pursue the profession, new CPA Aaron Hiddleson considers his credential to be the "icing on the cake" of his accounting journey. As a governmental auditor for Oregon State, he thrives on the daily challenges and rewards of his 9-5.

Let your CPA license be your passport to success! Diana Bautista of Connected Professional Accountants LLC recently obtained her CPA license, motivated by her family's strong work ethic. She encourages the next generation of CPAs to embrace the endless opportunities this credential offers.

From cherished family traditions to navigating the complexities of identity in the workplace, Roy Matsunaga of Deloitte & Touche LLP sheds light on his journey and commitment to elevating AANHPI voices in professional spaces.

Get to know Shubha Joshi and learn about her journey from software engineer to owner of her own CPA firm, Shubha Joshi CPA LLC, Portland. Her story embodies empowerment and entrepreneurship, inspiring others to break barriers and pursue their dreams.

Meet Bashir Khanani of Synthes Medical Surgical Equipment & Instruments Trading LLC, a Pakistani-born, Muslim CPA from Oregon, who shares insights on how his cultural identity shapes his professional path.

Discover how Laura's multicultural background influences her professional journey, from leveraging diverse perspectives in the workplace to navigating career pivots with resilience.

Meet Crisanto Agtani, a dynamic leader at Macri, LLC. Through his involvement in Oregon's Filipino community and OSCPA, he shares insights on identity, resilience, and an empathic approach to service.

Cierra Leopoldino of REDW LLC lives by the Hawaiian motto "Malama kekahi i kekahi," meaning to care for one another. With this ethos and her Hawaiian roots, she cultivates professional landscapes that prioritize collaboration, respect, and a strong sense of community.

Meet OSCPA member Taylor Larson, Senior Tax Manager at Empirical Wealth Management and Board Treasurer for Saturday Academy. Taylor's approach, rooted in her Chinese American heritage, redefines client relationships and community engagement.

Board member Tricia Duncan of Jones & Roth PC encourages the profession to continue to innovate in how we bring new CPAs into the profession.