1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 Curious what it really takes to pivot from a public accounting role into the world of Big Tech? Our guest speaker shares his unique CPA journey, how he navigated the transition, and what skills mattered most along the way—plus practical steps you can take now to prepare for the career path that fits you best. &amp;nbsp; This episode is hosted by Lindsey Yopp (Senior Manager CPA Pipeline, AICPA) who is joined by guest speaker, Mike Manalac (CPA and Accounting Manager, Google). &amp;nbsp; For additional resources: STUDENTS Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership&amp;nbsp;here. First time signing up? Be sure to select “Next Stop: CPA Podcast” under the “I was referred by” question when completing your student membership application form. Returning student members can simply sign in to register for any new or on-demand webinars and applicable scholarships! Check out AICPA student webinars&amp;nbsp;here. Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide&amp;nbsp;here.&amp;nbsp; CANDIDATES Register for AICPA new candidate membership&amp;nbsp;here. Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet&amp;nbsp;here. Get a head start with our AICPA CPA Exam Blueprints article&amp;nbsp;here.&amp;nbsp; 2026 Listener Survey Next Stop: CPA https://nextstopcpa.libsyn.com/nsc <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/40885120/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/40885120