Episodes

Sales and Use Tax in Construction
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In this episode of Weaver: Beyond the Numbers, Marc Young, a tax partner at Weaver, is joined by Brandon Hayes, a senior manager in Weaver’s state and local tax group, to review the complex world of sales and use tax issues in the construction industry. They explore this sector’s unique challenges and opportunities, shedding light […]

Government Budget Management
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In this episode of Weaver: Government Impact, host Todd Hoffman, partner-in-charge, Government Consulting Services, offers insights and best practices for approaching operating budget pressures in government. Joined by Brett Nabors, partner, IT Advisory Services, and Morgan Page, partner-in-charge, Digital Transformation and Automation Services, the discussion focuses on navigating financial challenges, optimizing spending and leveraging technology […]

Employee Ownership in Trades
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This enlightening episode of Location Cubed, a Weaver: Beyond the Numbers podcast, examines the heart of the trades with Randy Humphrey, the executive vice president of Humphrey & Associates. Weaver hosts Howard Altshuler and Aaron Grisz discover how this family-oriented business thrives on employee ownership and a commitment to nurturing the next generation of skilled […]

ESG in real estate
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In this episode of Weaver: Location Cubed, hosts Howard Altshuler and Aaron Grisz are joined by Ashly Pleasant, director, ESG and sustainability services, at Weaver. They explore the significance of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) in the real estate sector, discussing its impact on investment decisions and the importance of sustainability. Key Points: Start measuring […]

Tax Optimization in the Manufacturing and Distribution Industry
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In the latest episode of On the Shop Floor, hosts Colby Horn and Kurtis Dixon discuss the challenges, issues and questions that arise when optimizing your approach to specialty tax services in the manufacturing and distribution (M&D) industry. Joined by Rafael Ferrales, managing director of tax services and a leader of Weaver’s fixed asset advisory […]

Cybersecurity in Manufacturing
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In this episode of On the Shop Floor, hosts Colby Horn and Chris Boyd are joined by Trip Hillman, partner in Weaver’s IT Advisory Services. They dissect the escalating cybersecurity risks in the manufacturing and distribution (M&D) industry, discussing the impact of connected devices and the importance of robust IT risk management. Key Points: Assess […]

Cost Segregation in Real Estate
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Rafael Ferrales, a managing director in Weaver’s fixed asset advisory practice, joins Howard Altshuler and Aaron Grisz on Weaver: Beyond the Numbers: Location Cubed to look into the intricacies of cost segregation in real estate and discuss its benefits for property owners and investors. Key Points: Utilize cost segregation for immediate tax savings on property […]

Weaver Property Tax Practice
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In this insightful episode of Location3, a Weaver: Beyond the Numbers podcast, hosts Howard Altshuler and Aaron Grisz engage with Stephen Arredondo, Weaver’s property tax leader. They delve into the nuances of property tax, recent legislative changes, and their implications for residential and commercial property owners. Key Points: Homeowners can receive significant savings due to […]

Female leadership in Venture Capital
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In this episode of The Alternative Edge podcast, Weaver investigates the experiences and impacts of female participation and leadership in venture capital. Sindhu Rajesh and Sonali Vijayavargiya discuss women’s transformative role in the investment landscape and how this demographic drives efficiency, productivity and sustainability in foundational industries. Key Points: There is a critical need for […]

Fort Worth Real Estate Growth
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In this episode of Location3, a Weaver: Beyond the Numbers podcast, Howard Altshuler and Aaron Grisz delve into the dynamic world of Fort Worth real estate with guests Will Northern and Michael Crain from Northern Crain Realty. They discuss the evolution of the Fort Worth area, the impact of real estate development on the community, […]

NYC Real Estate Investment Trends
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Explore the evolving landscape of New York City’s real estate and alternative investments with Brandon Cooperman and Howard Altshuler in this insightful episode of Weaver: The Alternative Edge. Dive into the current trends, market forecasts, and strategic growth in the real estate sector. Key Points: NYC’s Office Real Estate market is a tale of haves […]

Venture Fund Valuations
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In this episode of The Alternative Edge, a Weaver: Beyond the Numbers Podcast, host Becky Reeder, an audit partner and co-leader of the alternative investments practice at Weaver, engages with Sindhu Rajesh, an Alternative Investment Services Partner with Weaver. They unpack the complexities of venture fund valuations, offering critical insights into industry dynamics and best […]

sales tax compliance strategies
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In this episode of Weaver’s Beyond the Numbers, Brandon Hayes, a senior manager in Sales and Use Tax Practice, leads a crucial discussion about sales tax issues and sales tax compliance strategies. Joining him are Stephen Scarborough, partner in the State and Local Tax Compliance Group, and Shane Stewart, the partner in charge of the […]

Wayfair vs. South Dakota
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In this Weaver Beyond the Numbers episode, Steven Scarborough, Mayur Naik, and Brandon Hayes review the implications of the Wayfair vs. South Dakota case. As e-commerce continues to dominate the market, understanding the nuances of sales tax and economic presence becomes crucial for businesses. Key Points: The Wayfair vs. South Dakota case determined that companies […]

direct pay compliance
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In this episode of Weaver: Beyond the Numbers, Shane Stewart, Mayur Naik, and Tony Burgess look into direct pay permits, their potential benefits, and the intricacies of maintaining them. As companies explore ways to optimize their tax functions, this conversation sheds light on the potential savings and responsibilities of direct pay permits. Key Points: Direct […]

credit for sales tax
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In this riveting edition of Weaver: Beyond the Numbers, host Brandon Hayes sits with Weaver’s Tony Burgess and Steven Scarborough to discuss sales and use tax. Uncovering the multiple avenues available for businesses that might have overpaid on their taxes, this episode provides insights and actionable advice for companies navigating this complex landscape. Key Points: […]

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In the latest episode of Weaver’s Location Cubed, hosts Howard Altshuler, partner-in-charge, real estate and construction services at Weaver, and Aaron Grisz, partner, tax services at Weaver, are joined by Karen Vermaire Fox, executive director, The Real Estate Council of Greater Fort Worth (REC of GFW), to discuss the impacts of  the real estate council […]

bank fraud
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Digital transformation drives a shift in financial operations globally, which makes understanding the mechanisms of bank fraud becoming increasingly more critical. From grand schemes that can potentially topple large banks to smaller-scale cons, fraudulent activities continue to plague the financial sector. Vigilance, robust anti-fraud systems, and a comprehensive understanding of red flags are the […]

real estate landscape
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As the country continues to grapple with things like unstable geopolitical issues, record-high inflation and rising interest rates, the real estate landscape is undergoing seismic shifts. Investors and professionals are vying for insights to predict market movements and drive sustainable investment strategies. Experts, like those at JP Morgan, note that a mild to moderate […]

R&D tax credit
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The R&D tax credit allows businesses to claim a tax credit for qualifying research and development expenses, including wages, supplies, and contract research costs. It was created to incentivize businesses to invest in innovation and technological advancement in the United States, and it can provide a significant cash infusion for future development. The Research and development […]

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An employee stock ownership plan is a form of employee benefits that rewards workers by giving them a share in the company in the form of a stock. ESOPs, as they are dubbed, have steadily increased in popularity since their inception in the 1970s. So, what exactly is an ESOP, how do you know if […]

healthcare safety net
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“Every cloud has a silver lining,” an adage that aptly describes the current state of healthcare. In the wake of an ever-evolving pandemic, providers have faced countless new compliance and regulatory requirements. These once-in-a-lifetime challenges have necessitated swift pivots, leading many providers to explore strategies for stability. Amid this landscape, Weaver’s strategic approach stands out, […]

Data Management
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The saturation of data in various areas of life and functionality has led to an interest in exploring different types of data management. Government agencies, along with their goal to be more transparent, have further put a demand on the handling of all of this data. As a result, incorporating newer and improved technology is […]

converting commercial buildings
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The trend of converting commercial buildings, including offices, into residential buildings has been around for some time. However, with the increase in remote work, many home offices are replacing commercial office spaces as places to work. About 998 million square feet of office real estate across the United States is available but in search of […]

Provider Relief Fund
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The Provider Relief Fund (PRF) created a necessary cash infusion for healthcare providers during the pandemic. The pandemic required unprecedented government action to the tune of more than $19 billion distributed through the program. Now that the storm of Covid is behind us, the true story of PRF is around its success compared to mandated […]

Fort Worth Development
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Since the pandemic, downtown Fort Worth, Texas, has entered a new era of development activity, an important chapter in the ongoing Fort Worth Development. Smack dab in the middle of all this action is Weaver’s Fort Worth office, located on West 7th Street. Weaver recently renovated their office, which included knocking down walls, increasing natural […]

Section 174
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For businesses, tax season can be especially stressful, given the weight of information to prepare and consider, along with various changes coming from the IRS. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 amended Code Section 174, whereby requiring companies to capitalize and amortize costs for their R&D expenses starting in the 2022 tax year. […]

direct pay permits
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Direct pay permits, which allow taxpayers to pay sales tax directly to the state rather than sellers, are becoming more common. Many businesses see direct pay as an essential element to the management of their state and local tax obligations, however there are still many questions. How do direct pay permits work and how are […]

tax changes
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Every year, legislators make new regulations and changes to the tax code, and 2023 is no exception. On this episode of On the Shop Floor, Weaver’s Partners-in-Charge of Manufacturing, Distribution, and Retail Services—Colby Horn and Jody Allred—sat down to talk with Weaver’s Tax Services Partner, Kurtis Dixon on the latest developments and tax changes in […]

Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill
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Our nation faces high inflation and an uncertain post Covid economic recovery. However, the government sector is flush with cash and funding for infrastructure improvements and capital programs approaches historic levels. Nearly a year ago President Biden signed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill,” a once-in-a-generation investment in our nation’s infrastructure and competitiveness”. Millions, billions and yes, […]

remote work
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While remote work might seem like a fantastic way to build a company and retain employees, some unintended consequences come with it. In this episode of Location Cubed, Weaver’s Howard Altshuler, Partner-in-Charge, and Rob Nowak, Partner, talk about the strategies and dilemmas companies face in undertaking remote work. Often, when a company changes location, there […]

pci dss
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In March of 2022, the Security Standard’s Council released version 4.0 of its Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS.) Weaver’s IT Advisory Services’ Kyle Morris, Senior Manager, and Brittany George, Partner, spoke to Tyler Kern about the new standard and what people need to know on this episode of the show. PCI DSS […]

ssae 21
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As the market grows and develops, it changes. Some of these changes include renewed marketplace dependence on third parties. To talk about these changes, risk evaluations, and SSAE 21 direct examinations, host Tyler Kern chatted with Weaver’s Neha Patel, Partner-in-Charge of IT Advisory Services, and Alexis Kennedy, Partner of IT Advisory Services. Patel broke down […]

automation and digital transformation
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Automation and digital transformation are revolutionizing the way organizations conduct business. Technology continues to change the way organizations conduct business. Governments across the country can enhance their effectiveness by leveraging new tools and modernizing processes. Morgan Page, Partner-in-Charge of Digital Transformation and Automation at Weaver joins host Adam Jones on the show, for a look […]

human capital
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On this episode of Weaver: Beyond the Numbers, host Becky Reeder, Partner-In-Charge, Alternative Investment Services, of the Alternative Investment Practice at Weaver speaks with Paul Olschwanger, Founder and Chief Inspiration Officer at Wendell Rhoads Consulting about the significance of developing human capital to meet an organization’s demands. With over 30 years of experience in the […]

cyber insurance
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Malicious cybercriminals see government entities as prime targets and many leaders are investing in the best protection against loss and interruption. In this edition of The Business of Government, our host, Adam Jones, is joined by Trip Hillman, Weaver’s Partner of IT Advisory Services to discuss the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape and the growing need for […]

risk management
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Brian Hunt is a Texas native whose career focus includes insurance and risk management. Today, Hunt is a VP at USI, the seventh largest insurance broker in the country, where he specializes in construction and real estate. “It’s not my job to tell you what you want to hear. It’s my job to tell you […]

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“These are public funds and we have an obligation to not just be good stewards, but the best stewards we can. This is why adding a strong process to ensure you’re getting the best value is important.” – Porter Wilson, Executive Director, Texas Employees Retirement System The Employee Retirement System of Texas is one of […]

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An organization’s intellectual property, trade secrets, and any proprietary information that requires protection are considered crown jewel data. Managing this data can be as crucial to the organization as the data itself. Trip Hillman, Director of Cybersecurity Services at Weaver, and Hunter Sundbeck, a Privacy Lead for IT Advisory Services at Weaver, checked in with […]

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Jennifer Ripka, CPA, Partner at Weaver, and Jackie Gonzales, CPA, Partner at Weaver, discuss single audits and the challenges many government entities face with the influx of federal financial assistance over the last two years. Adam Jones, Stage Government Practice Leader at Weaver, points out, “There’s never been a year quite like the last couple […]

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In this episode of Location Cubed, host Rob Nowak, a Tax Partner with Weaver, sat down with Howard Altshuler, Weaver’s Partner-in-Charge of Real Estate Services. The two discussed the impact of the supply chain on the recent spike in residential home prices. Pre-covid, everything was moving along fairly smoothly for the supply chain; however, COVID-19 […]

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Shehan Chandrasekera, Head of Tax Strategy at CoinTracker, is a subject matter expert in cryptocurrency taxation. Like many who first experience crypto, Chandrasekera saw the potential of cryptoassets, but realized transacting and investing in these assets presented an enormous administrative burden. With few professionals and CPAs skilled in the industry, Shehan set out to build […]

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For this discussion on motor fuels taxation issues, Beyond the Numbers sits with two of Weaver’s industry leaders, Emilda Santiesteban and Leanne Sobel, J.D., both Directors of Motor Fuels and Excise Tax Services. They join host, Tyler Kern, to explore motor fuel taxation dynamics and offer their insights on a constitutional challenge to the federal […]

crown jewel data
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An organization’s intellectual property, trade secrets, and any proprietary information that requires protection are considered crown jewel data. Managing this data can be as crucial to the organization as the data itself. Trip Hillman, Director of Cybersecurity Services at Weaver, and Hunter Sundbeck, a Privacy Lead for IT Advisory Services at Weaver, checked in with […]

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David Kerr, Principal at Cowrie, has ten years of experience in tax strategy, financial accounting, anti-money laundering, international tax compliance, and risk consulting across the gaming, telecommunications, technology, and digital asset industries. He is an expert in decentralized autonomous organizations and advises on structuring for legal and tax purposes. DAOs are represented by rules that […]

Risk Mitigation Strategies
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Risk mitigation strategies play a key role in handling federal funds available for capital projects today. The Business of Government discusses the risks involved with such projects and offers strategies for mitigating those risks. Daniel Graves, Partner, Risk Advisory Services at Weaver, provides crucial insights and best practices for those in the government sector considering capital […]

tax legislation
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Politics and capital gains—how are these related and what do changes in both sectors mean for the real estate industry? Rob Nowak, Partner in Tax Services at Weaver, and Howard Altshuler, Partner-in-Charge of Real Estate Services at Weaver, dove into the impact of tax Legislation on Real Estate in this episode of Weaver: Beyond The […]

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Two terms many people are familiar with these days are crypto and blockchain. However, the familiarity does not always translate into understanding. There are plenty of questions about cryptocurrency and blockchain, so Weaver’s Beyond the Numbers reached out to Tim Savage, who oversees tax services for Weaver’s Cryptocurrency Task Force, to help answer those questions. […]

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Two Partners at Weaver’s Assurance Service Department, Kerri Franz, and Aracely Rios, joined Beyond the Numbers to talk about the top five operational errors that occur and how to reduce them. Untimely remittances of employee contributions can occur if the plan sponsor does not transmit those contributions or loan payments to the trust in a […]

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In this exciting debut episode of Weaver On-Chain, host Tim Savage, CPA, Blockchain & Digital Assets, Tax Services welcomes world-renowned expert Dr. Sean Stein SmithDBA, CPA as his inaugural guest on a podcast dedicated to the exciting world of cryptocurrency and the blockchain industry. Sean holds many titles including Assistant Professor at City University of […]

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In this episode of Weaver: Beyond the Numbers, hosts Rob Nowak, Tax Partner at Weaver, and Howard Altshuler, Partner-in-Charge of Real Estate Services at Weaver, took time to reflect on the evolution of sports stadiums in the United States. Altshuler recalled how his visit to a sports stadium to watch the Dallas Stars, got him […]

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The world of real estate had another unprecedented year in 2021. However, big changes didn’t materialize due to the Build Back Better Act not passing. In this Real Estate Edition of Weaver Beyond the Numbers, hosts Rob Nowak and Howard Altshuler discussed the Build Back Better fallout and predictions for the industry in 2022. “The […]

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Not too long ago, accounting standards established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants required real estate companies to navigate various purchase options and agreements that often resulted in limited guarantees for home sales. But that changed in May 2014, when FASB issued new guidelines designed to strengthen revenue recognition standards and increase transparency. […]

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Howard Altshuler and Rob Nowak invited Charlie Anastasia to Weaver’s Beyond the Numbers — Real Estate Edition, to give his insight on life in New York City pre-Thanksgiving 2021. “You definitely will see a lot more people in the city, which is really refreshing,” Anastasia said. The last six months have seen an increase in […]

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Government does not measure profit and loss, but it is still a business. Government leaders deliver change, develop strategies, and adapt. Sharing her insights on the topic, Weaver National Strategy Leader Alyssa Martin, CPA, joined Business of Government host and State Government Practice Leader, Adam Jones. Martin has decades of public accounting experience and founded […]

government leaders
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Government does not measure profit and loss, but it is still a business. Government leaders deliver change, develop strategies, and adapt. Sharing her insights on the topic, Weaver National Strategy Leader Alyssa Martin, CPA, joined Business of Government host and State Government Practice Leader, Adam Jones. Martin has decades of public accounting experience and founded […]

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Politics and capital gains—how are these related and what do changes in both sectors mean for the real estate industry? Rob Nowak, Partner in Tax Services at Weaver, and Howard Altshuler, Partner-in-Charge of Real Estate Services at Weaver, dove into this topic on this episode of Weaver: Beyond The Numbers Podcast. Recently, Virginia and […]

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COVID-19 rocked the world in most industries, but particularly for biopharma and pharmaceuticals, which were at the forefront. Tyler Ridley, Senior Manager of Valuation Services at Weaver, joined this episode of Weaver: Beyond The Numbers Podcast with Weaver hosts Howard Altshuler, Partner-In-Charge of Real Estate Services, and Rob Nowak, Tax Partner with Weaver, to […]

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“There are a number of proposed provisions in the Build Back Better Act that could impact tax rates.” A lot is going on in the tax world that could have implications for companies and individuals. While nothing is official, there are many proposed changes to the tax code in the Build Back Better Act. In […]

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Often, traditional lending products keep homeowners on the debt treadmill and may not be the best way for homeowners to pursue renovations, consolidate debt, or put their kids through college. With that being said, Unison lets homeowners unlock their home equity without taking on any additional debt, allowing these homeowners to achieve their goals in […]

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On this episode of Weaver: Beyond The Numbers Podcast, hosts Rob Nowak, Partner, Tax Services at Weaver, and Howard Altshuler, Partner-in-Charge, Real Estate Services at Weaver, discuss climate change and adaptability for the real estate industry. This past year we’ve seen extreme weather events creating stress on buildings, infrastructure and the supply chain. Texas faced […]

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Dan Graves, CPA, Partner with Weaver Risk Advisory Services, and Rebecca Goldstein, CPS, Partner with Weaver’s Assurance Services Team, returned from the recently held 2021 CCBO (Community College Business Officers), where they gave a joint presentation on grant compliance. They shared their experiences and insights from the conference with Adam Jones, Weaver’s State Government Practice […]

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Covering core elements of the Global Minimum Tax being considered by the world’s largest economies, Weaver’s International Tax professionals provide insight for multi-national businesses. Key Points: The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) looks to certain measures, including a global minimum tax to level the playing field among countries. Generally, the Global Minimum Tax […]

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With tax season just around the corner, host Tyler Kern discussed the latest updates around charitable contributions with Justin Reeves, CPA, Tax Partner at Weaver. For those who itemize their deductions, the limit of cash contributions in 2021 has increased from 60% to now a staggering 100% of adjusted gross income. Reeves clarified the difference […]

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“Both new and used property now qualify for bonus depreciation, which is a little bit of a departure from some prior law,” Nowak said. On this episode of Weaver: Beyond the Numbers, Host Tyler Kern talked with Rob Nowak, Partner in Tax Services at Weaver, about the bonus depreciation of business assets. “Bonus depreciation is […]

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“The timing of the conference this year was quite interesting,” Dunphy said. “We have annual objectives that EPA publishes each year of the period of the regulations. We have now been waiting for an announcement related to 2021 about the standards the industry to try to meet.” On this episode of Weaver: Beyond The Numbers, […]

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The tax assessor’s notice isn’t always the final say on what taxpayers must remit. Companies can easily appeal these decisions with a proactive appeal strategy for their real and personal property taxes . Discussing Property tax can encompass a large portion of your company’s tax burden and with rising assessments there is a feeling […]

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As most in the industry know, a QSA must get certified by the PCI Security Standards Security Council to audit merchants for Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliance. Created in 2004 by major credit card brands, such as Visa and American Express, the council acts as a form of self-regulation. So, […]

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On this episode of Weaver: Beyond The Numbers Real Estate Edition Podcast, hosts Rob Nowak, Partner, Tax Services at Weaver and Howard Altshuler, Partner-in-Charge, Real Estate Services at Weaver, talked about their predictions for industry trends for the rest of 2021 and into 2022. “If I had my sunglasses, I’d be putting them on because […]

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In a landscape that’s seen an uptick in cybersecurity concerns thanks to a boost in remote work, hurried adoption of technology solutions and more, there’s one cyberattack du jour – ransomware. To explore this specific kind of threat and its impact on government Weaver: Beyond the Numbers, The Business of Government host Adam Jones was […]

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Weaver’s Rob Nowak, Partner, Tax Services, and Howard Altshuler, Partner-in-Charge, Real Estate Services, know many logistical challenges come into play when ordering something online. But what barriers exist on the backend for returning those online purchases? Nowak and Altshuler discussed the world of reverse logistics to see if they could figure out what goes on […]

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On this episode of Weaver Beyond the Numbers, Real Estate Edition, Howard Altshuler, Partner-in-Charge, Real Estate Services for Weaver and Rob Nowak, Partner, Tax Services for Weaver were joined by Andy Freundlich, Partner, Assurance Services for Weaver for a lively discussion on risk assessment and management in real estate. “This last year has been amazing […]

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Relocating a business is a complex move but something that can be very beneficial to a company. One state where they are flocking is Texas, named the “Best State for Business” by Chief Executive Magazine. What are the implications, tax-wise, for such a move? Weaver experts and CPAs David Jackson, Partner, State and Local Taxes, and Jason Avila, […]

business valuation
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On today’s episode of the show, Weaver’s Brad Jay, Partner-in-Charge of Manufacturing, Distribution and Retail Services, brought together three industry leaders, Jon Gormin, Managing Director for Owners Resource Group, Brad Wallace, Principal LKCM Headwater Investments and Curt Germany, Partner In Charge, Valuation Services at Weaver to provide knowledge, insights and best practices from their experiences […]

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Commercial property tax assessments arrive every year, but how accurate are they, and should companies appeal? After all, this is a number that owners want to see low, low, low. Providing his in-depth knowledge, Jason Armstrong, Senior Manager, State and Local Tax Services, joined his colleagues and hosts of Weaver Beyond the Numbers Real […]

ESG
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Greg Englert, Partner, Risk Advisory Services, continues Weaver’s Beyond the Numbers’ examination of ESG strategy to drive performance and value for companies in the second of a two-part series. Englert provides a recap of topics covered in part one before diving into several current trends in sustainability reporting to begin the discussion.

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The world experienced many changes during the pandemic. As a result, many things might translate to the commercial real estate (CRE) sector. Weaver Beyond the Numbers Real Estate Edition hosts Howard Altshuler, Partner-in-Charge, Real Estate Services and Rob Nowak, Partner, Tax Services shared their thoughts on these possibilities. “I was thinking about some things I’ve seen, like contactless […]

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Mayur Naik and Shane Stewart discuss opportunities for oil and gas companies to recoup overpayment in sales taxes.

Personal Liability
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Gone are the days when remote sellers can afford to procrastinate their obligations to register and begin filing sales tax returns under the economic nexus laws requirements. 

non-profit boards
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There are many challenges in achieving inclusion and diversity on boards. Many non-profit boards struggle with putting together a balanced board of diverse voices, including younger board members. Ronnie Haggerty, Vice President of Community Relations for The United Way at Greater Houston, and Dr. Froswa’ Booker-Drew, Vice President of Community Affairs for the Strategic Alliances […]

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Brad Jay, Weaver’s Partner-in-Charge of Manufacturing and Distribution Services tapped Frank Cinati, CFO of ABATIX, Vince Rullo, CFO of Howard Supply Company, and Matt Nafziger, CFO of Royal Manufacturing to give their perspective on how manufacturing and distribution companies have weathered the COVID-19 storm. What does the post-pandemic outlook like, and what can companies do […]

Manufacturing and Distribution Companies
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Brad Jay, Weaver’s Partner-in-Charge of Manufacturing and Distribution Services tapped Frank Cinatl, CFO of ABATIX, Vince Rullo, CFO of Howard Supply Company, and Matt Nafziger, CFO of Royal Manufacturing to give their perspective on how manufacturing and distribution companies have weathered the COVID-19 storm on Weaver: Beyond the Numbers. What does the post-pandemic outlook like, […]

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Management is never easy, but what’s the best way to manage when in-person meetings or even informal tools for collaboration like happy hours are no longer on the table? That’s the challenge the majority of businesses have faced in 2020. Still, Julie Armendariz, GitLab Director and People Business Partner, said managers don’t need to reinvent […]

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The purpose of SOC reporting is to give insights into business-to-business relationships. Neha Patel, Partner-in-Charge, IT Advisory Services, Weaver, and Alexis Kennedy, Senior Manager, IT Advisory Services, Weaver, joined Beyond the Numbers to talk about the importance of SOC reporting in supply chain management, which is a critical component of many businesses. “The force behind […]

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In the wake of the spread of the novel coronavirus and the COVID-19 pandemic it brought about, the world’s businesses and operations are attempting to engineer a return to what’s likely to be a new global normal. However, in the midst of this uncertain period, what’s happened to data? On this episode of Beyond the […]

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As Americans shelter in place to help flatten the curve of infection, manufacturing industry leaders have the challenging task of balancing employee health and safety with international supply chain demands like never before. On this episode of Weaver’s Beyond the Numbers podcast, host Shelby Skrhak sat down with Jody Allred, Partner-in-Charge for Large Market Manufacturing […]

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An epic push-and-pull takes place every day in for-profit hospitals and healthcare facilities. Finance teams need to do their jobs to keep the business profitable, while medical professionals work to give patients the very best care possible. Today on Weaver: Beyond the Numbers, host Shelby Skrhak sits down with CPA Anna Stevens to discuss accounting […]

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Position Summary: Perform audit procedures as assigned on engagements and help with any other duties necessary to complete an audit engagement. Work closely with Senior Associates and Managers to identify and resolve issues encountered in performance of financial statement audits through effective and timely communication. Develop effective and clear work paper techniques; Assist with financial […]

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Cannabis-related products and companies squarely live in a world of a perpetual gray area. To help clear up the opaque nature of banking by cannabis-related businesses on this episode of Weaver: Beyond the Numbers, host Shelby Skrhak sits down with Rachel Mondragon, Weaver Senior Manager in Regulatory Compliance specializing in financial institutions, to discuss. The […]

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On this new episode of Weaver: Beyond the Numbers, the Texas economy is our subject matter of focus as we look at the state’s economic durability and why the Texas Legislature placed a large bet on that fiscal sustainability. Host Shelby Skrhak sat down with Weaver’s State Government Practice Leader Adam Jones for his expert insight […]

personal growth at weaver
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“Every journey begins with a single step.” So it was for one of Weaver’s original interns who began their career path in the early two-thousands. They saw a developmental focus at Weaver, a stark contrast to many public accounting firms where employees are often treated as mere numbers. This nurturing environment provided the perfect platform […]

Brett Nabors said
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On this episode of Weaver: Beyond the Numbers, we spoke about the increasingly important topic of IT compliance programs. To provide insight and expertise was Brett Nabors, IT advisory services partner with Weaver. There’s no question that IT compliance programs are essential to companies in any industry. Much of this intense scrutiny is due to […]

Aracely Rios talks
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Mistakes are costly in any industry, but when it comes to employee benefit plans, you’re dealing with someone’s retirement income and their livelihood. That’s why being designated an employee benefits plan fiduciary is much more than crossing your T’s and dotting your I’s on paperwork. In this episode of Weaver: Beyond the Numbers podcast, […]

Rob Myatt talk
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On today’s episode of “Weaver: Beyond the Numbers,” Partner Rob Myatt explains how tax reform is affecting the energy industry. It’s an important topic with never-ending changes in the last few years, beginning with the Brady Bill and culminating in the 2017 Tax Cut and Jobs Act. It’s a true tax cut overall, but whether […]

George Rendziperis & Shane Stewart says
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Technology continues to change the way that Americans are doing business. More consumers than ever are shopping online, helped by outdated laws about sales tax collection for remote sellers. Congress was asked to act and change the laws, but when they moved too slowly, the states took their own action. Enter South Dakota v. […]

Trip Hillman and Kyle Morris says
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Trip Hillman and Kyle Morris join Weaver: Beyond the Numbers this week to talk about how companies can maintain compliance in today’s “cloud offering” society. To the average user, there is still much uncertainty about the cloud. However, it has revolutionized business capabilities. It has allowed companies to scale without having to invest time and […]

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In this episode of Weaver: Beyond the Numbers, host Shelby Skrhak sits down with Adam Jones, consultant for Weaver and owner of Capitol Jones, LLC. Jones and Skrhak take a detailed look at how the state of Texas is faring economically in 2019. In Jones’ eyes, it’s one of the best in the United States, […]

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This podcast was recorded in November of 2018. The new FASB standard is having a drastic effect on lease accounting. Though what you pay isn’t changing, how you pay and categorize your leases is seeing a major shift. Under the FASB standard, lessees must use their balance sheet to recognize operating lease assets and […]