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January 13, 2026

AI in Accounting: The Small Firm Playbook for 2026

AI is reshaping accounting fast. Firms that moved early are seeing 39% higher revenue per employee. This guide breaks down the tools, costs, and tactics actually working for boutique firms heading into 2026.

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January 13, 2026

Industry Recognition Highlights the Leadership Behind Franklin Alliance

Two members of the Franklin Alliance board of advisors, Allan Koltin and Randy Crabtree, were named to Accounting Today’s 2025 list of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting. This recognition highlights leaders who are actively shaping how accounting firms grow, manage succession, and adapt as the profession evolves.

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December 15, 2025

Webinar: Navigate Private Equity in Accounting

Private equity is reshaping accounting firm valuation, succession planning, and M&A. In this Earmark-hosted webinar, Franklin Alliance Co-Founder Steve Shein explains what accounting professionals need to know and how to benefit from industry consolidation.

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October 9, 2025

5 CPA Firm Hiring Strategies That Actually Solve Staffing Shortages

The CPA profession faces a historic talent shortage as retirements surge and the candidate pipeline shrinks. Leading firms are overcoming it through integrated strategies—early talent pipelines, offshore partnerships, technology, flexibility, and continuous development—that drive retention and growth.

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