Shawn Parikh, CEO of Entigrity wins '20 Under 40 Influencers' Award for the Fourth Year

It gives us immense pride to announce that Shawn Parikh, Founder & CEO of Entigrity Solutions has been awarded ‘’The 20 Under 40 Top Influencers’’ Award for 2024 by CPA Practice Advisor.

The award recognizes pioneers in the accounting industry who are developing new methods that enable accounting professionals to enhance their productivity and efficiency and win clients' trust. It celebrates the remarkable contributions of influencers who are driving the accounting industry forward, inspiring others, and leaving a lasting impact on the profession.

‘’It is a privilege to be honored by the CPA Practice Advisor and secure a place in the "20 Under 40 Top Influencers’’ for the fourth consecutive year. I feel immensely proud of this recognition and am grateful for the ongoing support of my team at Entigrity. Witnessing the advancements in technology within the accounting industry has been inspiring, and I appreciate the CPA Practice Advisor for nominating me. I extend my gratitude to my peers and fellow industry professionals for this acknowledgment and look forward to the continued growth and success ahead. Their acknowledgment not only validates my efforts but also serves as motivation to strive for even greater achievements in the future.This acknowledgment wouldn't have been possible without their encouragement and collaboration. I am excited about the opportunities that lie ahead and am committed to contributing to the continued growth and success of our industry,’’ Shawn stated.

CPA Practice Advisor's editor-in-chief, Gail Perry, CPA, emphasized the remarkable diversity and unwavering determination among the individuals influencing our paths. 

Gail Perry noted, “We are fortunate to be surrounded by so many young professionals who are sharing their ideas, skills, and enthusiasm with the goal of making the accounting profession a better place. Change is occurring rapidly in our profession and this year’s award winners are embracing and welcoming the changes,”

About Shawn Parikh

With over 15+ years of experience, he has spearheaded the company operations and led Entigrity to become the global organization it is today. Shawn’s strategic vision and leadership have led to the expansion and diversification of Entigrity in several areas over the years. He understood numerous staffing related challenges plaguing the accounting community. Over time, he has provided consultation/advice to 5000+ accountants & businesses, helped them convert some of their core challenges into opportunities.

Shawn is a big advocate of small businesses. He says, “Small businesses are the backbone of the global economy” and his focus area is always to help small and mid-size accounting firms.

Entigrity was born out of Shawn’s desire to assist small and mid-sized firms and businesses by granting them access to global staffing. Shawn greatly admires businesses that create or facilitate micro-entrepreneurs emergence and contribute to large-scale job creation, such as UBER, AIRBNB, Urban Company, etc. He has been actively involved in many accounting community events and forums, expressing his thoughts on various subjects related to the accounting industry, some of which include:

SPEAKING & COACHING AREAS

Mergers & Acquisitions.

• Navigating the Megamerge: Key Considerations for Merging a Large Firm

• Accounting Evolution: Unveiling the Risks and Rewards of Private Equity & Venture

• Capital The Cautionary Tale: Reasons Accounting Firms Might Steer Clear of Private Equity Capital

• Exit Strategy Goldmine: Maximizing Your Firm's Valuation Before Retirement

• Crucial Factors to Evaluate Before Acquiring an Accounting Firm

Business Development & Marketing

• LinkedIn Leverage for Accounting Firm: Mastering the Art of Professional Networking

• Quiet Success: How Introverted Accountants Ace Client Acquisition

• Leading with Ideas: Unveiling Thought Leadership's Impact on Accountant Growth 

• Digital Marketing Demystified: Boosting Brand and Client Base for Accountants 

• Social Media Mastery: Unleashing the Potential for Accountants' Client Acquisition

AI & Technology

• AI's Practical Applications for Accounting Firms: Real-Life Scenarios Accounting

• Firms' Utilization of AI: Practical Case Studies Enhancing Advisory Services through AI Integration

• Crafting the Ideal Tech Stack for Your Accounting Firm

Anti-Coaching Topics

• Don’t Fire but Embrace your C Categories Client - Happy Coexistence

• Don’t Force Advisory on Client-Providing Support Where Clients Truly Benefit

• Don’t just Increase your prices - Profitable Paths: Exploring Strategies Beyond Price Increases Embracing Tax Only Clients - Don’t Let them Go - Run business strategically & profitably Breaking a One Niche Myth: Avoiding the One Niche Trap

• Don’t Push Monthly Recurring Revenue - Respect Client Needs

Offshoring & Outsourcing

• Best Practice To Scale Offshoring

• Build a Hyper Profitable Accounting Firm with a 50:50 Onshore: Offshore Team.

• Handling Staff Buy-In Offshoring

• Managing Client Buy-In Offshoring

• Integrating Offshore/Onshore Team - Building One Team Culture Scaling CAAS & VCFO with Offshoring

• How To Motivate Staff Members Around Offshoring

• Leverage Global Team for Growth, Scale, and Work-life Balance

• How Mid Size & Regional firms strategize Offshoring with 3 to 5 years vision

Adding New Services/Niche To Accounting Firms

• Providing RPA Services to your Client - A New Niche for Accounting firm

• Incorporating SOC Examination Services into Your Accounting Firm: Why, What, & How

• Expanding with Trust & Estate Planning Services in Your Accounting Firm: Why, What, & How 

• Diversifying Your Accounting Firm: Introducing a New Niche - Why, What, & How

• Tapping into E-Commerce: Establishing a Niche in Your Accounting Firm - Why, What, & How

Team Management & Culture

• Managing Remote Teams for Optimal Performance 
• Sustaining Morale and Vision in Remote/Hybrid Teams
• Empowering Firm Owners/Partners to Streamline Team Management 
• Unifying Firm Culture Across Global Teams
• Crafting Performance-Driven Compensation Plans Defining Your Firm’s Culture and Market Position
• Assessing Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats
• Envisioning the Future: Goal Setting and Strategic Planning

Succession Planning

• Develop Exit Strategies for Senior Partners
• Select Managing Partners, Practice Leaders and Build Effective Leadership Teams
• Mentor and Train Future Partners and Firm Leaders
• Create an Organizational Structure that Protects Partner Equity While Giving More Firm Members a Stake in Ownership
• Sell the Practice to or Merge with Other Firms

Managing Partner Coaching

• Guiding through Critical Issues with Informed Support

• Objective Feedback: Unveiling Strengths and Growth Areas  

• Problem Identification and Resolution Support

• Fostering Leadership Development and Management Skills  

• Evaluating Alternatives for Informed Decision-Making

• Navigating Organizational Crises or Change Management

Social Media handles:

• LinkedIn: - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shalinparikh/
• Instagram: - https://www.instagram.com/shalinparikh1234/
• Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/shalin.parikh.12
• Twitter: - https://twitter.com/ShalinParikh28

About Entigrity 

Entigrity is a leading offshore accounting staffing solutions provider catering to more than 725 accounting firms across North America and the UK. The company helps small and mid-sized accounting firms hire experienced and qualified staff from our offices in India and the Philippines.  Headquartered in Sugarland, Texas, it is the preferred offshoring partner to 40 of the top CPA firms across the US. Entigrity has two onshore offices in Houston, Texas(US) and Toronto, Ontario(Canada). Entigrity is an ISO 27001:2013 certified organization for information security, along with a ISO 9001: 2013 certification for Quality Management and SOC 2 Type II certification from AICPA. It was the first firm in the accounting domain to become a platinum partner with IMA(The Association of Accountants and Finance Professionals in Business). 

Entigrity was honored with the prestigious “Global Best Employer Brand Award” and “Dream Company to Work for” by the World HRD Congress held in Mumbai, India, for delivering top-notch offshoring accounting services and providing a supportive and empowering workplace for our employees. Additionally, Entigrity is now a Great Place to Work For certified, further validating our commitment to fostering an exceptional work environment.

Christopher Rivera

Director, Client Relations

Christopher Rivera, Chris serves as a Director of Client Relations and Business Development at Entigrity. He is an expert at leading and managing teams actively from the front. His expertise in sales, training, coaching, mentoring and influencing combined with his competitive nature makes him a strong leader.  Chris has traveled through the length and width of the country and has spoken with more than five thousand CPAs, understanding their challenges and limitations. On the grounds of that, he can now easily provide opinions and solutions that can be immensely helpful to the professionals. He has also represented Entigrity at a number of major accounting conferences and networking events.