About this episode

This episode captures insights from the Sydney Accounting & Business Expo 2026, focusing on AI, AML reform, and innovations in accounting practices.

The Sydney Accounting & Business Expo 2026 was one of the most energised and well-attended events I have seen in years. AI dominated the conversation, AML reform is reshaping workflows, and innovation across practice management, tax research, onboarding and payments is accelerating fast. This episode captures conversations directly from the expo floor. You will hear insights from keynote takeaways and interviews with founders, product leaders and firm owners building practical solutions for modern accounting firms. Key Discussion Points AI Strategy & LLM Insights, including commentary on Claude, ChatGPT, prompting techniques and why leaders must build hands-on AI capability Practice Management solutions on AI-enabled workflows, month-end automation, advisory reporting and co-worker agents AML & Client Onboarding Tools featuring Seamless, Content Snare and Annature responding to Tranche 2 requirements Tax Research Innovation with Law Cyborg and Tax Guru AI focused on verified, citation-backed AI research Firm Evolution & Financial Independence, including Natalie Lennon’s lifestyle firm model and Shaye Thyer’s CFO advisory for female founders The common theme…

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Guests: Natalie Lennon, Shaye Thyer

Topics covered

• AI in Accounting
• Practice Management
• AML Reform
• Tax Research
• Firm Evolution

Keywords

• AI Strategy
• LLM Insights
• Practice Management solutions
• Client Onboarding Tools
• Tax Research Innovation

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Products: Seamless, Content Snare, Annature, Law Cyborg, Tax Guru AI

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