
Ambitious Accountants Podcast
Welcome to Ambitious Accountants — the podcast for forward-thinking accountants shaping the future of the profession in Aotearoa.
Each episode dives into the real stories of New Zealand accountants who’ve carved their own path, tackled challenges head-on, and built practices that reflect their values and ambition.
Join us as we explore the work they’re doing, the lessons they’ve learned, and the trends they’re watching — from advisory growth to tech adoption and everything in between.
Podcasting since 2023 • 35 episodes
Ambitious Accountants Podcast
Latest Episodes
From Baker to AI Pioneer: How Jason Lougher is Revolutionising Accounting Practice
In this episode of the Ambitious Accountants Podcast, Sumith Dissanayake chats with Jason Lougher, director of Calc Bus...
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Navigating the US Tax Landscape from New Zealand: Insights with David Tzimenakis
In this episode of the Ambitious Accountants Podcast, host Sumith speaks with David Tzimenakis, a specialist US tax consultant and Director at the US Tax Team in New Z...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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27:43

An Interview with Ric Thorpe:Sidekick Chartered Accountants
What happens when a sales and marketing expert who "couldn't even do a GST return" becomes CEO of a 60-person accounting firm?Sumith chats with Ric Thorpe, Group CEO of
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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