The Power of Data & Acquisition News with Stuart Ferguson
From The Big 4 Transparency Podcast by Dominic Piscopo
March 5, 2026 · 29 min · Episode 99
About this episode
Dominic Piscopo interviews Stuart Ferguson about data analytics, the acquisition of Pointe Advisory by Stout, and the future of CPA firms.
In Episode 99 of the Big 4 Transparency Podcast, host Dominic Piscopo interviews Stuart Ferguson, the president of Stout Strategy and former managing partner of Pointe Advisory. They discuss the recent acquisition of Pointe Advisory by Stout, the role of data analytics in consulting, and the importance of strategic focus for CPA firms. Stuart shares insights on the M&A process, the challenges of transitioning from tax to consulting, and the empathy gained from experiencing the acquisition process firsthand. The conversation highlights the future opportunities for professional services firms in a rapidly evolving market. Connect with Stuart: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stu-ferguson/ Get in touch with me: Website: https://www.big4transparency.com/ Newsletter: https://big4transparency.beehiiv.com/ Email: dom@big4transparency.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/B4Transparency LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dopiscopo/ Book A Demo: https://calendly.com/dom-zgw/big-4-transparency-demo-referral
People in this episode
Host: Dominic Piscopo
Guest: Stuart Ferguson
Topics covered
- data analytics
- consulting
- M&A process
- CPA firms
- professional services
- strategic focus
Keywords
- data analytics
- consulting
- M&A
- CPA firms
- professional services
- acquisition
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Stout Strategy, Pointe Advisory
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