Fintech Flo - Episode 1 (2/23/23)

Episode 1: Technology Made to Scale, Charging for Crying, and The Present State of A.I.On episode 1 of the FinTech Flo, Mike and Drew tackle industry news from the start of 2023, including the software upgrade transitioning process, ChatGPT and AI, FTX and the world of audit. They also commentate on a Reddit post and several Memes that have circulated the accounting and tech industries. At the end, they decide whether the last couple weeks have led to the elevation of the profession, and what the key takeaways are.About the HostsMike Whitmire (inactive CPA)Mike Whitmire is the CEO at FloQast, a leading provider of accounting workflow automation, which he co-founded in 2013. As an executive, Mike puts innovation, results, and a bit of fun at the forefront of the organization. After graduating from Syracuse University with a bachelor's degree in accounting, he spent time as an auditor and accountant with experience at Ernst and Young and Cornerstone OnDemand where he helped facilitate an IPO. Outside of his roles within the accounting industry, Mike is also a published author on Amazon’s Best Seller List for his book, “Controller’s Code: The Secret Formula to a Successful Career in Finance.'. Mike's dedication to providing the best product available continues to guide FloQast while he works to address some of the outdated and less-favorable narratives that have surrounded the accounting industry for years.Drew Carrick, CPADrew Carrick is the Producer at FloQast Studios, utilizing his unique blend of accounting and entertainment experience to develop, produce, and host an assortment of business industry content, from thought leadership insights to comedy sketches. After earning his B.S. in Accounting and MBA in Marketing from Mount St. Mary’s University, where he was Accounting Club president, he took his passion for content creation and business and formed his personal brand: The Rapping CPA. While working for Grant Thornton, his “Public Accounting Anthem” music video blew up in the accounting industry and resulted in a variety of thought leadership speaking and hosting opportunities. He then spent two years as Budget Director of Long Island University, before eventually make his way to LA to consult on PBC, and eventually joining FloQast full time.About the ShowTechnology in the finance sector is rapidly growing, particularly when it comes to how business leaders and entrepreneurs integrate new information system developments into their operations. In this podcast, FloQast CEO Mike Whitmire (inactive CPA) and Producer Drew Carrick, CPA (The Rapping CPA) co-host a bi-monthly discussion, with occasional guests, on timely news and updates that impact the accounting, finance, and technology sectors, through an entrepreneurial and thought leadership lens. The talk show mixes in fun pop culture references in the profession as well, dissecting conversations from Reddit, Going Concern, and the world of Memes. There’s lots you can do in your career with an accounting background - we’re hiring! Learn more at www.floqast.com/careers Want to watch? Head over to www.youtube.com/floqast Produced by @FloQastStudioshttps://www.youtube.com/floqaststudios https://www.instagram.com/floqaststudios https://www.twitter.com/floqaststudios