CEO Compass is my conduit to share thoughts, ideas and plans, and sometimes even questions and challenges that we are facing here at the New Jersey Society of CPAs. I plan to publish CEO Compass each quarter, but if there’s something exciting going on we may issue a bonus issue from time to time.

— Aiysha Johnson | NJCPA CEO and Executive Director

CEO Compass - Fall 2023

by Aiysha (AJ) Johnson, MA, IOM | NJCPA CEO and Executive Director | Oct 19, 2023
Our political system is founded on the principle of citizens sharing their views and concerns with policymakers. No matter who you vote for next month, it’s important that you make your voice heard.

CEO Compass - September 2023

by Aiysha (AJ) Johnson, MA, IOM | NJCPA CEO and Executive Director | Sep 11, 2023
I’ve spent the last three months meeting with profession leaders to understand the opportunities to positively impact the profession, their business objectives and how the NJCPA can help position them for success moving forward. I thank those of you who have shared your candid insights with me and look forward to continuing the conversations.

CEO Compass - August 2023

by Aiysha (AJ) Johnson, MA, IOM | NJCPA CEO and Executive Director | Aug 14, 2023
As you might expect, I’ve spent much of my first two months as your CEO in meetings with members and NJCPA leaders learning more about what keeps CPAs up at night. Unsurprisingly, the talent pipeline shortage is the accounting profession’s single-most important issue.

CEO Compass - July 2023

by Aiysha (AJ) Johnson, MA, IOM | NJCPA CEO and Executive Director | Jul 13, 2023
I am thrilled to be writing to you after my first month here at the NJCPA — a month that started with our Convention & Expo in Atlantic City, where we celebrated our 125th anniversary, said “mahalo” to Ralph Albert Thomas, learned many ways to move the profession forward and held numerous side conversations. Our annual event even made it into the pages of NJBIZ.

CEO Compass - June 2023

by Aiysha (AJ) Johnson, MA, IOM | NJCPA CEO and Executive Director | Jun 12, 2023
As I begin my first week as the new CEO and executive director of the New Jersey Society of CPAs, it’s wonderful to be part of the excitement at the 2023 NJCPA Convention & Expo in Atlantic City! I have that same level of enthusiasm to serve this great community at such a critical time of transition.

 


Previous CEO Compass editions by Ralph Albert Thomas, CPA (DC), CEO and Executive Director 1999-2023

CEO Compass - Spring 2023

by Ralph Albert Thomas, CPA (DC), CGMA | NJCPA CEO and Executive Director | Apr 21, 2023
It’s been an honor to lead this organization as we live out our vision, “To equip and empower New Jersey’s accounting and finance professionals to thrive in their careers.” Each and every day, we advocate for the profession and provide CPAs with meaningful education, information and ways to connect.

CEO Compass - Winter 2023

by Ralph Albert Thomas, CPA (DC), CGMA | NJCPA CEO and Executive Director | Jan 04, 2023
This is the time of year that throngs of people — maybe even you — choose a list of resolutions for the next year. While adopting a resolution shows a wonderful sense of positive intent, a more practical alternative could be to simply set new goals for the future. Goals give you a direction to aspire to. And, with the baby steps you may be taking toward your goal, you can still feel like you’re on the right track, which will, in turn, keep you focused.

CEO Compass - Fall 2022

by Ralph Albert Thomas, CPA (DC), CGMA | NJCPA CEO and Executive Director | Oct 12, 2022
Our community is stronger together. We learn from each other’s experiences, build lasting relationships and open up opportunities.

CEO Compass - Summer 2022

by Ralph Albert Thomas, CPA (DC), CGMA | NJCPA CEO and Executive Director | Jul 11, 2022
If we want the NJCPA and the accounting profession to be forward-thinking and future-proof, and our membership pipeline full, then today is the day to start investing in our young professionals.