Dan Luthi is a Partner at Ignite Spot Accounting where he has spent over a decade helping small businesses across the United States transform their financial management. As a specialist in process development and system management, he crafts personalized accounting solutions that bridge the gap between technology and human needs. Through his active involvement in advisory councils and industry groups, Dan maintains a deep understanding of the evolving business landscape. His practical approach to financial strategy has helped numerous businesses gain clarity and momentum, making him a trusted advisor in the small business community.

Ambra Wellbeloved drives growth and scale for Aprio’s Client Accounting Services, empowering teams to deliver tech-enabled solutions that transform client businesses. Her strategic vision fosters innovation and operational excellence across diverse industries.

Previously, as VP of Operations at Xero, Ambra led North American expansion and championed cloud and automation technologies, helping earn recognition as one of Forbes’ Most Innovative Fintech Firms. Her career spans executive roles in fintech, professional services, and Fortune 500 companies, bringing deep expertise in efficiency and industry transformation.

Jason founded Thriveal in 2010 to help entrepreneurial CPA firm owners connect, learn, and grow, now in its 15th year of annual live events, community, and coaching. He is also CEO of Blumer & Associates, CPAs, an advisory firm serving the design, marketing, and creative agency niches. Jason hosts the Thrivecast podcast, which has been running since 2011, and speaks and writes regularly for the financial and creative industries.

Donny is the founder and managing director of IntrapriseTechKnowlogies LLC, an advisory-focused CPA firm specializing in innovation acceleration and business transformation for small businesses, middle market organizations, and nonprofits. An internationally recognized thought leader in accounting technology and IT risk management, he also serves as the Inspiration Architect for the Center for Accounting Transformation. CPA Practice Advisor has recognized him as one of the Top Thought Leaders in Public Accounting every year since 2012.

Nicholas Saller is an AI business strategist who has spent 11 years implementing AI in business settings and 31 years building companies. He has taught AI to more than 1,100 student professionals, developed AI automation curriculum for corporate and college extension programs, and trained teams at large organizations domestically and abroad. His work focuses on making the intersection of AI and business practical, not theoretical.

Kim leads CPA.com's CAS 2.0 practice transformation programs, helping accounting firms establish and grow optimized client accounting services practices. Before joining CPA.com, she spent more than 30 years in public accounting, including 13 years at Wipfli, LLP, where she led their CAS practice and later the Wealth & Asset Management vertical. She is a graduate of Montana State University.

Richard Corn, CPA, is a seasoned accounting professional with over 10 years of experience in public and private accounting, leading audit, tax, and advisory work for various companies. He previously played a key role on the founding team for QuickBooks Capital at Intuit, where he shaped financing solutions for small businesses. Now, as Director of Product Management for Accountants at BILL, he develops tools that empower firms to streamline work and focus on higher-value advisory services and client success.