Paychex CPA Advisory Board
Paychex created the CPA Advisory Board to better understand the challenges accountants face today and the needs of the clients they support. The Board brings together firm leaders to share insights, explore practical solutions, and build stronger partnerships.
Meet the Board
Nick Cukierski
Partner
Cukierski & Associates
Denise LeDuc Froemming
President and CEO
CalCPA
Gregg Genovese
Partner
The Bonadio Group
Toni Lee
Partner
Cain Watters
Dixie McCurley
Partner, Outsourcing & Resource Solutions
Cherry Baekert
Jason Pourakis
Partner
Forvis Mazars
Erika Stork
Sr. Manager, Advisory Services
MMB & Co
Vishal Thakkar
Sr. Director, Alliance Mgmt
CPA.com
Nicole Thousand
Founder & Managing Partner
Thousand CPA
Jason Watson
CEO & Partner
WCG CPAs & Advisors, Inc.
Program Overview
Our CPA Advisory Board meets quarterly, with one in-person, two-day event that features strategic sessions and team-building activities. Discussions cover a range of topics, such as firm management, technology implementation, and strategic partnerships. Board members are given the opportunity to collaborate with innovative leaders and sessions include expert presentations on industry-relevant challenges.
Interested in Joining?
If you’re interested in joining the CPA Advisory Board, we invite you to apply. We ask for a one to two-year commitment, which includes:
- Active and engaged participation in board meetings
- Three virtual meetings annually (estimated 2-3 hours per meeting)
- One in-person meeting (2-3 days)
- Additional collaboration in a closed LinkedIn chat group
Upcoming Events
June 2026, In-person meeting: details to come, includes VIP event
September 2026, Quarterly virtual meeting
December 2026, Quarterly virtual meeting
February/March 2027, Quarterly virtual meeting
Benefits of Participating
Access Free Products
This may include payroll, HR Partner Plus, AI-assisted recruiting, and AICPA 401(k) Plans for Firms.
Provide Feedback
Opportunity to provide valuable feedback on products and services that will benefit the accounting industry.
Lifetime Benefits
Dedicated Paychex Account Relationship Manager and Human Resource Generalist available to your firm as a lifetime benefit.
Thought Leadership
Professional growth as a thought leader, with potential for PR and speaking opportunities for you and your firm.
Networking
High-level networking with other board members, Paychex leadership, firms, AICPA, and state CPA societies.
Travel and Accommodations
In-person meeting expenses (travel, accommodations, and meals) covered for the board member and their spouse/guest. Lunch expenses for virtual meetings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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When Will I Hear Back?
When Will I Hear Back?
You’ll receive immediate confirmation that we received your application. You can expect to hear back from Paychex within five business days on whether you’ve been selected for the board.
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What Happens if I Am or Am Not Selected?
What Happens if I Am or Am Not Selected?
Whether or not you’re selected for the current board is no reflection on you. We want the board to have balanced and broad representation of experiences and perspectives (ex: range of firm sizes).
If you’re selected, we will reach out with information on when your first meeting is and how to join the LinkedIn group. If you’re not selected, we’ll hold your application for when we have a future opening on the board.
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How Much of a Time Commitment Is Required?
How Much of a Time Commitment Is Required?
At minimum, you are asked to actively participate in the three virtual quarterly meetings (approx. 2-3 hours per meeting) and the one in person meeting (approx. 2-3 days over a weekend, with additional time for travel).
In addition, we’d like you to actively participate in informal meetings with the board to discuss ideas and evaluate Paychex product offerings (estimated 10-12 hours a year).
Beyond that, you can participate and be as involved as your schedule and interest allows.