CCK Strategies, PLLC

07/10/2026

🎙️ New episode of 2 CPAs & The Mic is live

CCK Strategies partners Kaitlin Flinn, Kyna Leyva, Luann T. Rinowski, and Sara Mays share how they built their careers, found their “why,” and stepped into leadership through unconventional paths.

They dig into mentorship, culture, advisory’s evolution, AI, and what it takes to create a workplace where teammates win together.

If you’re passionate about leadership, growth, or the future of the profession, this one’s packed with insight you can use today.

Listen Here: https://lnkd.in/g3uGyAtK

07/04/2026

Celebrating 250 years of American independence. Happy 4th of July to all!

06/25/2026

What makes a business unforgettable?

This week on “2 CPAs & The Mic”, Jeff Frable and Sara Mays host Toby Joplin to discuss how clear strategy, real core values, and standout customer experiences drive lasting success. Drawing from his journey in accounting, academia, and consulting, Toby shares practical tips for leaders to define vision, build data-driven strategies, and create those “purple cow” moments.
Packed with actionable insights for business owners who want to win on paper and in practice.

🎧Tune in: https://lnkd.in/g3uGyAtK

06/19/2026

06/04/2026

🎙️ New Episode Alert!
"Build a Firm That Scales: Trust, Strategy & the New Advisory Model – with Kathy Towne-Sautters"
The accounting profession is changing — and the firms that thrive will be the ones that evolve beyond compliance into true advisory partners.
In this episode of Two CPAs & The Mic, Jeff Frable and Sara Mays sit down with Kathy Sautters (Towne) of the BDO Alliance to explore what it really takes to build a firm that scales. 💡
Here's what they dig into:
🤝 Why being a "connector" is one of the most valuable skills in any profession 👂 How active listening builds trust faster than any sales pitch 🤖 The rise of AI and what it means for firms ready to embrace it 💼 The growing influence of private equity in public accounting 🚀 What leaders really want: transparency, technology, and a clear path forward.

Whether you're thinking about the future of your firm or the next step in your career, this conversation is packed with insight, strategy, and practical takeaways you can put to work today.

🎧 Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/g3uGyAtK

05/28/2026

Bridging the Gap: Transitioning from Founders to Next Gen Leadership – with Scott Dannemiller 🎙️
Succession isn’t just strategy. It’s people.

In this episode, CCK Strategies' partners Jeff Frable and Sara Mays host Scott Dannemiller of Lifework Associates as he unpacks common succession challenges like communication gaps, imposter syndrome, and the “curse of knowledge,” along with practical ways to navigate them.

From managing internal vs. external successors to leading with transparency and empathy, this conversation highlights what it really takes to transition well.

If you’re a business owner or people leader, this is one to tune into:
🎧 https://lnkd.in/g3uGyAtK

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05/25/2026

Remembering and honoring heroes this Memorial Day.

05/21/2026

🤔❓Have you ever wondered what really happens during a 401(k) audit and why it matters to you?

In our latest episode of 2 CPAs & THE MIC, CCK Strategies' Jeff Frable and Sara Mays, CPA, team up with Jeremy Smith, CPA to demystify employee benefit plan audits. They break down essential rules, reveal common compliance pitfalls, and share eye-opening stories from simple payroll errors to startling cases of fraud.
Tune in to learn actionable tips that will help keep your plan compliant and your employees protected. Don't miss this chance to safeguard your organization's future!

Listen here: 🔊 https://lnkd.in/g3uGyAtK

05/14/2026

🌟 "The Mental Health ROI: Why Culture Beats Compensation"
Burnout isn’t just personal. It’s about our relationships at work! Workplace stress is at an all-time high, and in our latest podcast, we dive deep into what’s really happening to our mental health on the job.

🎙️ Join hosts Jeff Frable and Sara Mays, CPA as they chat with Chris King, owner of GPS Therapies, a counselor and leader with nearly 30 years of experience. Chris shares why every problem is a relationship problem, how stress transforms into burnout, and why feeling unheard can lead employees to act out or check out.

👥 We tackle generational shifts, the loneliness epidemic, and how to build organizations where people feel both free and responsible. Whether you lead a team or just want to thrive at work, you’ll find practical tools and hope here.

Listen now for clarity, connection, and actionable insights https://lnkd.in/guki-TKj

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms out there!