Lexy Kessler Advocates for Solutions to the Talent Shortage in Accounting
May 20, 2024
May 20, 2024 – Lexy Kessler, partner and mid-Atlantic regional leader with Aprio, has been prominently featured in May 2024 in several leading publications for her efforts in addressing the talent shortage in the accounting profession. Through her work with the National Pipeline Advisory Group (NPAG), Lexy has worked with a team to propose solutions to replenish the talent pipeline in the industry.
In a May 16, 2024, article published by INSIDE Public Accounting, Lexy highlighted six key themes identified in NPAG’s draft strategy report. She discussed innovative approaches to attract and retain talent, emphasizing the need for firms to adapt to the evolving landscape. Articles published in the Journal of Accountancy on May 14, 2024, and Accounting Today on May 15, 2024, further elaborated on NPAG’s recommendations, where Lexy underscored the importance of developing diverse career pathways and enhancing professional development opportunities.
CPA Practice Advisor, Financial Times, and Bloomberg Tax featured Lexy’s advocacy for alternative CPA pathways and competitive compensation as critical strategies to address the talent shortage. Lexy’s insights have contributed significantly to the ongoing dialogue on talent development and retention in the accounting profession.
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