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Follow Your Future Firm Roadmap

The pace of the accounting world is rapidly changing. Is your firm prepared?
Ignite your firm’s strategy with this live, in-person workshop.

This hands-on experience:

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    Provides the tools needed to accelerate your firm’s growth with confidence.

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    Equips CPAs to use technology to streamline and scale their practices.

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    Supports firm partners to design a practice that works for them.

Program overview

Designed for: CPA firm partners, sole practitioners or CPAs interested in starting their own practice.

Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Time: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

CPE: 8 credits

Location: MNCPA Education Center, Bloomington, MN

Investment:
Early birds: $449 Member / $549 Nonmember (through April 24)
Standard: $549 Member / $649 Nonmember

Registration deadline: May 13, 2026

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Schedule
Wednesday, May 13, full workshop details:

Welcome
8-8:15 a.m.
  • Welcome, framing and introductions.
  • Overview of three firm journeys.
Section 1: Practice Growth Journey
8:15-10 a.m.

Gaynor Meilke headshotLed by Gaynor Meilke, Accounting Ignited / Charisma Ink

Gaynor is the visionary behind Accounting Ignited and Charisma Ink, known for helping accounting professionals clarify their brand, amplify their message and build practices that reflect their values and ambitions.

  • Identifying and attracting ideal clients.
  • Building a repeatable sales and marketing engine.
  • Creating a client experience that drives referrals.
Section 2: Practice Model Journey
11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

James Libocolo headshotLed by James Lopiccolo, CPA

As CEO of Capocore Accounting Firm, James brings deep expertise in accounting operations and leadership. He helps firms streamline processes, implement scalable technology and align systems with growth goals.

  • Clarifying service offerings and pricing.
  • Aligning team structure with firm goals.
  • Building a business model that supports lifestyle and scale.
Lunch - provided by the MNCPA
12:15-12:45 p.m.
  • Expand your circle of trusted peers over a delicious meal.
  • Compare notes on tools, pricing models or client experience tweaks that are working well.
Section 3: Digital Firm Journey
12:45-2:45 p.m.

John Higgins headshotLed by John Higgins, CPA

John has decades of experience advising firms on digital transformation, John helps practitioners build scalable, tech-forward models that support growth and client excellence.

  • Selecting tools for automation and efficiency.
  • Integrating systems for seamless delivery.
  • Using data to drive decisions and growth.
Closing
3-4 p.m.
  • Connect the three journeys into a unified growth strategy.
  • Identify top priorities and commit to action.
  • Final reflections and closing remarks.
 

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