Ep 9: The ESOP Advantage: Driving Retention, Culture, and Long-Term Value with Michele Hammann

Tired of outdated succession models?In this episode of The Independent CPA Firm Podcast, host Dave Kells sits down with Michelle Hammond, Chief Strategy Officer at SSC CPAs and Advisors, to explore how their ESOP structure, offshoring strategy, and people-first culture fuel sustainable growth—without giving up control. In this episode, you will be able to:• Learn how ESOPs can support succession planning and partner transitions• Discover how employee ownership drives retention, culture, and leadership• Explore how offshoring can relieve pressure on your domestic team• Understand how SSC builds consistency with firm-wide service models• Hear how consulting and advisory work powers long-term organic growthListen now and find out how to lead your firm forward—on your own terms!#IndependentCPAFirm #ESOP #SuccessionPlanning #Offshoring #TheIndependentCPAFirmPodcast