CCK Strategies, PLLC

08/27/2026

🎙️ RE-RELEASE EPISODE: "Building Lasting Connections Through Risk and Mentorship"

In this re-release of 2 CPAs & The Mic, Jeff Frable sits down with entrepreneur Josh Juarez to discuss his journey from launching snow cone shacks around Tulsa to creating businesses designed to bring people together.

Josh shares lessons learned from taking risks, building a culture that keeps team members coming back year after year, and passing leadership to the next generation of his family. He also talks about his newest venture: a year-round community gathering place centered on food, coffee, and pickleball.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, business leader, or someone passionate about building community, this conversation offers valuable insights on leadership, mentorship, and creating something that lasts.

🎧 Listen now to hear how Josh is helping shape meaningful experiences and lasting connections across his community: https://lnkd.in/g3uGyAtK

08/20/2026

On the latest episode of 2 CPAs & The Mic, financial advisor Noah Parris joins Jeff Frable and Sara Mays to discuss the new Trump Accounts and what they could mean for families looking to build long-term wealth.

We cover:
✅ Who qualifies for a Trump Account
✅ Contribution limits and tax considerations
✅ How these accounts compare to 529 plans and other savings options
✅ The power of starting early and compound growth

Small contributions made today can have a significant impact over time, helping create opportunities and financial security for future generations.
Tune in to learn how these new accounts work and whether they may fit into your family's financial planning strategy.

🎙️ Listen now: https://lnkd.in/g3uGyAtK

07/16/2026

🎙️ Episode Re-Release: 2 CPAs & The Mic!

Cory "Ox" Hatch, Academy Director at Ark Financial, joins Sara Mays and Jeff Frable on the mic to discuss personal turning points, overcoming setbacks, and his journey to rebuilding his marriage and mission - including his personal transformation.
Cory shares how the "family office" mindset can help any family operate with the same strategy and intention as a business. If you’re an entrepreneur or advisor looking for clarity at home and in your finances, this episode is for you!

👉Tune in for practical leadership and financial frameworks: https://lnkd.in/g3uGyAtK

07/10/2026

🎙️ New episode of 2 CPAs & The Mic is live

CCK Strategies partners Kaitlin Flinn, Kyna Leyva, Luann T. Rinowski, and Sara Mays share how they built their careers, found their “why,” and stepped into leadership through unconventional paths.

They dig into mentorship, culture, advisory’s evolution, AI, and what it takes to create a workplace where teammates win together.

If you’re passionate about leadership, growth, or the future of the profession, this one’s packed with insight you can use today.

Listen Here: https://lnkd.in/g3uGyAtK

07/04/2026

Celebrating 250 years of American independence. Happy 4th of July to all!

06/25/2026

What makes a business unforgettable?

This week on “2 CPAs & The Mic”, Jeff Frable and Sara Mays host Toby Joplin to discuss how clear strategy, real core values, and standout customer experiences drive lasting success. Drawing from his journey in accounting, academia, and consulting, Toby shares practical tips for leaders to define vision, build data-driven strategies, and create those “purple cow” moments.
Packed with actionable insights for business owners who want to win on paper and in practice.

🎧Tune in: https://lnkd.in/g3uGyAtK

06/19/2026

06/04/2026

🎙️ New Episode Alert!
"Build a Firm That Scales: Trust, Strategy & the New Advisory Model – with Kathy Towne-Sautters"
The accounting profession is changing — and the firms that thrive will be the ones that evolve beyond compliance into true advisory partners.
In this episode of Two CPAs & The Mic, Jeff Frable and Sara Mays sit down with Kathy Sautters (Towne) of the BDO Alliance to explore what it really takes to build a firm that scales. 💡
Here's what they dig into:
🤝 Why being a "connector" is one of the most valuable skills in any profession 👂 How active listening builds trust faster than any sales pitch 🤖 The rise of AI and what it means for firms ready to embrace it 💼 The growing influence of private equity in public accounting 🚀 What leaders really want: transparency, technology, and a clear path forward.

Whether you're thinking about the future of your firm or the next step in your career, this conversation is packed with insight, strategy, and practical takeaways you can put to work today.

🎧 Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/g3uGyAtK

05/28/2026

Bridging the Gap: Transitioning from Founders to Next Gen Leadership – with Scott Dannemiller 🎙️
Succession isn’t just strategy. It’s people.

In this episode, CCK Strategies' partners Jeff Frable and Sara Mays host Scott Dannemiller of Lifework Associates as he unpacks common succession challenges like communication gaps, imposter syndrome, and the “curse of knowledge,” along with practical ways to navigate them.

From managing internal vs. external successors to leading with transparency and empathy, this conversation highlights what it really takes to transition well.

If you’re a business owner or people leader, this is one to tune into:
🎧 https://lnkd.in/g3uGyAtK

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05/25/2026

Remembering and honoring heroes this Memorial Day.