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THE ABCs OF BLOCKCHAIN: WHAT CPAs SHOULD KNOW

Cost Free
Presentation Length 1.0 hour

Recorded DateOctober 17, 2018
CPE:Not available
(archived webinars do not offer CPE credits)
Subject AreaSpecialized Knowledge
Course LevelBasic
Who Should AttendCPA - small firm
CPA - medium firm
CPA - large firm
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Series: Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
Course Description

This session focuses on what CPAs need to know about blockchain technology, specifically by providing an introduction and overview of just what this technology platform represents. While there is a lot of debate and conversation surrounding the potential of blockchain, the most important place to start any analysis are the fundamental components of how this platform works. Analyzing the business applications and components of blockchain technology, this session provides a comprehensive review of what blockchain represents, how it works, and how CPAs can use it to add value to clients.

After the conclusion of this session attendees will be able to:


  • Identify and analyze the components and aspect of blockchain networks, and how these various components function.

  • Be aware of how blockchain technology already is, and will continue to, drive disruption and innovation in the accounting profession.

  • Discuss how to integrate blockchain technology into current accounting processes, and how to prepare for the changes it will cause.

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Sean Stein Smith

Lehman College
Assistant Professor of Economics and Business
[email protected]
(718) 960-8377

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Sean is an assistant professor at the City University of New York – Lehman College. He serves on the Advisory Board of the Wall Street Blockchain Alliance, where he chairs the Accounting Working Group. Sean sits on the Advisory Board of Gilded and is a strategic advisor to the Central Bank Digital Currency Think Tank. Sean also serves as an Advisor to Crescent City Capital, a cryptoasset investment fund.

Sean is a widely recognized expert in the areas of blockchain and cryptoassets, especially as they connect to accounting and financial services. His thought leadership is sought after by academic and industry organizations, and includes his efforts to develop and teach the first ever courses focusing on blockchain and crypto at Lehman College beginning in 2021.

Sean has also been named one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting, and has been named a past winner of the NJCPA Ovation Award for Innovation. He has also been named a 40 under 40 in the accounting profession from 2017-2021 by CPA Practice Advisor and the NYSSCPA in 2021. Sean was named on the NJBIZ Power 50 in Accounting in 2021 & 2022. He was also awarded the Outstanding Young CPA of the Year Award by the AICPA in 2022.

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