The FinTech Flo

The Collapse of SVB - A Special Episode From The InsideWhat does the founder of a VC-backed tech start-up with millions deposited in SVB have to say about the what, why, and how behind the bank's collapse?! On this special [breaking news] episode of the FinTech Flo, Mike and Drew dive deep into the SVB collapse, covering what happened, how it happened, why it happened, and what it means for the future. The unique perspective, coming from individuals close to the matter, including the CEO of a VC-backed tech start-up who banks with SVB, provides next level insights typically inaccessible or beyond the scope of the general public. All news stories, from a variety of publications, and social media commentary, all relate to the unfolding SVB crisis that is less than a week old.Watch/listen for CPE credit via the Earmark app! Video version on YouTube!Help us deliver more awesome content by liking, subscribing, and following @FloQastStudioshttps://www.instagram.com/floqaststudioshttps://www.twitter.com/floqaststudiosThere’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

Top Tech Trends, The Dark Side of A.I., and Danny TrejoOn Episode 2 (3/9/23) of the FinTech Flo, Mike and Drew discuss the top tech and audit trends to be aware of for 2023, dive into the red flags for identifying a bad accountant, and evaluate the largest concerns in the profession currently. Some of these things include large public firm layoffs of advisory service line employees, as well as the biggest concerns that company leaders have relating to talent shortages and DEI challenges. 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. This episode is in video format on YouTube, available for CPE credit on the Earmark app! Subscribe to stay in the know on how to get the most entertaining and engaging CPE out there!About the HostsMike Whitmire (inactive CPA) is the CEO of billion dollar unicorn start-up 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, CPA 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 personaThere’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

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 MikeThere’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