Sandra Wiley: Culture, DEI, and the Future of the Accounting Profession | MOVE Like This

“I am begging firms: do not let go of your DEI&B initiatives. It is a mistake.” MOVE Like ThisWith Bonnie Buol RuszczykFor CPA TrendlinesIn a wide-ranging and deeply personal conversation on the Move Like This podcast, Sandra Wiley, president of Boomer Consulting, shares powerful insights about the evolving culture of the accounting profession and what firms must do to thrive in 2025 and beyond. From building inclusive workplaces to solving the talent crisis, Wiley emphasizes one central idea: firms that embrace change, empathy, and innovation will outlast those that cling to the status quo. More MOVEWiley, a longtime leader in public accounting consulting, outlines Boomer Consulting’s growth from a tech-focused firm to a holistic advisor in five key operational areas: leadership, talent, growth, technology, and process. These “back office” functions, she explained, are often overlooked in CPA firms, yet they’re critical to long-term sustainability. Through consulting, training, peer communities, and the Boomer Knowledge Network, Wiley and her team are helping firms modernize how they work and who they are.