In this episode of Leaders of the Ledger, host Rob Brown sits down with Victor Garrido, Managing Member of GG CPA Services and a passionate advocate for the accounting profession's evolution. Victor's story takes us from Madrid to Milan to New York, where he built a career spanning Big Four experience and small-business leadership. Today, he's not just a CPA — he's a commissioner on the Philadelphia Tax Reform Commission, an advocate for the Hispanic business community, and a mentor pushing accounting into a more modern, human, and influential era.

What You'll Hear:

• Victor's journey from Spain to the U.S. accounting scene.
• How accountants can influence communities beyond tax and audit.
• Why it's time to fix accounting's brand problem.
• How joining boards and organizations can elevate your career.
• The two most important skills accountants need to stay relevant.
• Why mentorship, curiosity, and technology are the future of accounting.
• The truth about AI — and why human connection still matters most.

Leaders of the Ledger spotlights innovators, firm leaders, and rising stars shaping accounting's future with practical insights and proven strategies. The podcast is produced and owned by CPA Practice Advisor. Learn more about episodes and recaps at https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/podcasts/.

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