In this episode, we welcome our special guests, Erin Anderson, Executive Director of the Idaho Botanical Garden, and Cheryl Guiddy, Nonprofit Industry Lead at Harris. Learn how successful capital campaigns are helping nonprofits meet their future goals, and the importance of an organized structured plan, which often begins years in advance. Cheryl …

In this episode, our host, Josh Tyree introduces Brittany Mergan, CPA of CTA Compliance, the preferred provider for helping our clients comply with the new Corporate Transparency Act requirements. Along with our partner at Harris, David Hutchison, EA, they address key aspects of the Act, help define the types of owners that will be required to repo…

In this episode we welcome our guest, Gina Vinci, Controller at McMillen, a leading engineering and construction firm. Gina helps give a greater understanding surrounding the complexities of managing cash inflows and outflows effectively, the importance of leveraging banking relationships, and the critical role of forecasting to help in meeting org…

In this episode, we’ve invited guest speaker, Todd Ames, Partner at Harris Twin Falls to give us more insight on the value of extending your return. Learn about important tax deadlines, the benefits of extending your return, and strategies to maximize tax savings during the extension period. Discover how proactive planning can translate into tax sa…

Today, something different – we're bringing you the trailer of an exciting new podcast from Sky called Electoral Dysfunction. Beth Rigby. Jess Philips. Ruth Davidson. With polls suggesting trust in politicians is low, three political powerhouses unite to unravel the spin and explain what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond. Every week, they…

In this episode of 'Accounting for Tomorrow', host Josh Tyree is joined by Conrad Ball, the Southern Idaho regional president for Washington Trust Bank. Together, they provide a recap of the annual Harris CPAs Economic Update where Steve Scranton, the Chief Investment Officer and Chief Economist, shared insights and outlooks for 2024. They discusse…

In this episode we welcome the new CEO of the Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce, Bobbi-Jo Meuleman. With extensive experience in state government, Bobbi-Jo discusses the opportunities she sees this legislative session, and the opportunities with the Idaho Launch Program. We’ll hear more about the Chamber’s networking opportunities and how Leadership …

In this episode of Accounting for Tomorrow we dive into the world of tax planning for businesses at year end. Our guests, Cheryl and David, partners at Harris CPAs, share valuable insights on various tax-related topics that businesses need to consider for 2023, including employee retention credits, the inflation reduction act and its impact on tax …

In this episode of Accounting for Tomorrow, join partners Cheryl Guiddy and David Hutchison from Harris CPAs as they explore crucial aspects of individual tax planning. With year-end approaching, the discussion delves into nuances like tax rates, brackets, and changes for the current year. The experts share insights on timing income, deductions, an…

The latest episode of "Accounting for Tomorrow" brings us an exciting conversation with Holt Haga, the vice president of leasing for Ball, Ventures Ahlquist (BVA). Holt shares his journey in the finance and real estate industry, as well as the vision behind BVA's impressive projects in the Treasure Valley. From the company's expansion plans to the …

Join us as we explore the current state of Idaho’s nonprofit industry with our guest speakers, Kevin Bailey, CEO at the Idaho Nonprofit Center and Cheryl Guiddy, leader of Harris CPAs nonprofit industry group. We’ll recap the recent Idaho Nonprofit conference, and learn more about what is top of mind for nonprofits heading into 2024. Lastly, we div…

Join us as we explore the current state of Idaho’s construction industry with our guest speaker, Wayne Hammon, CEO at the Idaho Associated General Contractors. Learn how the Chips Act has had an effect on our economy, and how the instability of the labor market has Idaho AGC exploring new creative ways to create new trade labor resources and strate…

Have you considered taking advantage of the Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credit as part of your tax minimization strategy? Many companies are surprised to learn that activities they already do to improve their product or service will qualify for this credit, and the savings potential can be immense. In this episode, we sit down with Smith Mille…

It's Sophy Ridge's final time presenting Sophy Ridge on Sunday, but she doesn't go quietly. On this week's episode she interviews former Prime Minister Tony Blair and business secretary Kemi Badenoch who is in New Zealand negotiating Britain's biggest trade deal since Brexit. Plus, in the studio is programme editor Scott Beasley, political correspo…

She could be the most powerful woman in Britain if the election goes her way. Joining Sophy on the podcast is the shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves, who explains more about her vision for Britain, and why she’s not a big fan of Just Stop Oil. For the Government, financial secretary to the Treasury, Victoria Atkins, defends the Prime Minister’s aim of…

Host Sophy Ridge interviews Health Secretary Steve Barclay, who has criticised junior doctors, accusing them of "walking away" from talks over pay and conditions. For teachers, Labour's shadow education secretary Bridget Phillipson tells Sophy that giving teachers a pay rise is a "complicated issue". Joined by Claire Ellicott, deputy political edit…

With the Bank of England trying to bring down inflation, interest is now at 5%, its highest rate since April 2008. The Government is now urging people to "hold their nerve", as Rishi Sunak put it. But Britian may be headed for another Summer of Discontent, with one Treasury minister unable to commit to a public sector pay rise live on Sky News. On …

One of the 3 pillars of Harris CPAs mission statement relates to being active in our communities. Whether that is giving back hours through our Community Partnership Award, speaking at industry related events, volunteering at local nonprofits or backing fundraisers for great causes, Our goal has always been to give back to help shape the future of …

Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove has called a new leaked partygate video "terrible" - and says the fact the event went ahead is "indefensible". The footage appears to show Tory staff drinking, dancing and joking about "bending" COVID lockdown rules in December 2020. On this week's Sophy Ridge On Sunday podcast, hear Mr Gove's reaction to the cli…

After an explosive weekend, former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has resigned as an MP, taking supporters Nadine Dorries and Nigel Adams with him in exiting the Commons, with whispers that more may follow. It's left his eventual successor, Rishi Sunak, with an almighty by-election-related headache, as Westminster rolls towards the summer break. Sir …

MPs return to parliament this week after recess amid some headache headlines for the government surrounding the COVID inquiry and Boris Johnson's WhatsApp messages when he was prime minister. Meanwhile, immigration minister Robert Jenrick reckons many more migrant boats have been intercepted in the English Channel after "landmark deals" with France…

As Home Secretary Suella Braverman faces criticism over claims she asked civil servants to help her avoid completing a driving awareness course alongside other motorists, the Prime Minister is under pressure to launch an investigation into accusations of impropriety in his government. On the Sophy Ridge on Sunday podcast, hear Sophy's interviews wi…

The fallout from local election results, where the Conservatives lost more than 1,000 councillors and 49 councils, is hitting home for the Tories as Rishi Sunak faces criticism from his own party. Plus, Brexit is back. Energy Secretary Grant Shapps says Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer wants to "re-open" the Brexit settlement while Conservative MP Ja…

The Tories suffering a “hammering” in the local elections, losing more than 1,000 councillors and 49 councils. Sky News analysis also suggested Labour would become the largest party in Westminster in a general election - but short of an overall majority. And Saturday’s coronation has prompted questions over the police response to the anti-monarchy …

As campaigning ahead of this week’s local elections in England ramps up, so is the expectation management from both Labour and the Conservatives. Transport Secretary Mark Harper says his party expects to lose 1,000 seats on Thursday and Labour Leader Keir Starmer defends his party’s personal attacks on PM Rishi Sunak. Plus, are governments prepared…

Days after former deputy prime minister Dominic Raab's resignation, Sophy Ridge talks to the new man in the job, Oliver Dowden. They discuss if he believes Dominic Raab is a bully, the upcoming local elections, and whether Tory scandals are distracting from court backlogs. Plus Sir Ed Davey, leader of the Lib Dems, tells Sophy about the party "gain…