Repurposing the Hour: How Successful Firms Grow Revenue Profitably in a Changing Environment

CPE/CPD: 1 hour
Field of Study: Business Management & Organization
Program Level: Basic
Format: Group Internet (Webinar)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The traditional billable hour model is fading as both tax professionals and clients increasingly demand strategic insights, differentiation, and measurable value. We’ll explore how successful firms are shifting their business value, balancing operational cost control with revenue growth while staying market-ready. Tax technology patent-holder, CPA, and K1x President/Co-founder, Geralyn Hurd will dive into the strategies that forward-thinking firms are using to foster client loyalty and win new business in today’s competitive landscape.

Learning Objectives

• Strategies to move beyond hourly billing toward insights-driven advisory services
• Approaches for managing operational costs while driving revenue growth
• Tactics for leveraging analytics to sell advisory services

MEET OUR SPEAKERS

Ken Powell Chief Revenue Officer K1x, Inc. Ken Powell is the Chief Revenue Officer at K1x and a recognized authority in change management and business growth strategies. With a career spanning leadership roles in sales, revenue strategy, and consulting, he has helped numerous firms transform their operations, drive efficiency, and expand into higher-value markets. Ken specializes in guiding accounting firms through the shift from compliance-based services to advisory-driven revenue models, ensuring long-term profitability and client retention. His expertise in strategic positioning and market differentiation makes him a sought-after speaker and advisor in the industry. Passionate about empowering firms to scale effectively, Ken brings a dynamic, results-driven approach to leadership and business transformation.

Danielle Tewes, CPA SVP of Strategic Accounts K1x, Inc. Danielle Tewes is a seasoned tax transformation leader and the Senior Vice President of Strategic Accounts at K1x. With over 15 years of experience in public accounting, tax, and tax technology, she helps some of the largest U.S. organizations drive transformation in tax compliance. Her previous roles include Vice President of Client Success at K1x and a leader in Crowe’s Tax Technology Practice, where she specialized in federal, state, and international tax matters, particularly for tax-exempt organizations and institutional investors.

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