Firms count on Art Kuesel to help them shape objectives, strategies, and tactics to drive stronger firm performance. He also is trusted to provide practical guidance that can enable leaders to capitalize on opportunities and implement major initiatives. His deep knowledge in the areas of business growth, people development, mergers and acquisitions, marketing, and sales provide essential insights. And his experience at two leading CPA firms plus nearly 20 years of consulting to the public accounting profession provide trusted perspective for ongoing growth and success.
Art enjoys travel with his wife, Colleen, and son, Graham. He is passionate about animal welfare causes and is known for his food, wine, and cooking expertise.
Education
B.S. University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Leadership
Former Secretary of AAM national
Former board member of AAM Chicago and AAM Wisconsin.
AAM member since 1999
Professional Speaking
Association for Accounting Marketing (AAM) National conference
AAM chapters in Chicago, Colorado, San Francisco, Wisconsin and Atlanta
AICPA/PCPS/Tech+ conference
AICPA/PCPS Large Firm Networking Group
NVSCPA MAP Group
CPAFMA
MSCPA
MNCPA
ICPAS
Annual meetings and regional conferences for CPAmerica, BDO Alliance, BKR International, CICPAC, IGAF-Polaris, CPAAI, IAPA, HK Alliance, PracticeWise and Allinal Global, among others.
Authorship and Citations
Accounting Today
Practical Accountant
CPA Firm Practice Management Forum
ICPAS Insight magazine
WICPA Magazine
MarkeTrends
Growth Strategies & AAM Minute
My aim is for each accelerator participant to discover fresh perspectives on existing challenges, deepen engagement on the topic with at least one other colleague, and move forward with new ideas, inspiration, and confidence.
Art Kuesel
As a longtime columnist for the Illinois CPA Society’s Insight magazine, Art’s articles on practice management and career advancement in the world of public accounting always provide actionable advice and insider perspectives that serve not only our members but readers all across the country. His straightforward guidance on the trends and challenges impacting the CPA profession are always welcomed.
