IssuesWatch Podcast

ESG – environmental, social and governance – is considered by some to be a buzzword or a “woke” issue, while others see it as a business imperative. As a result, some companies are “greenhushing,” opting to stay quiet about their sustainability goals. In this episode, Andrew Winston, a leading expert on sustainability and corporate strategy, talks about the anti-ESG movement and the important role that CPAs can play in ESG reporting.

Senator Steve Oroho, the only CPA in the state legislature, is retiring from his Senate position this month. As a CPA who specializes in wealth management, he has played a particularly prominent role in fiscal and economic issues. He shares his thoughts on the legislative environment in New Jersey and what the outlook is for 2024.

New Jersey offers numerous property tax relief programs, but the requirements and filing deadlines for each are different, which causes confusion and likely leads to taxpayers leaving money on the table. Ellen Steinberg, Esq., a tax attorney and chair of the New Jersey Senior Council, breaks it all down. Be sure you’re getting the money you’re entitled to!

The process of applying for a cannabis license in New Jersey is long and complicated. Fortunately, there’s a free new program to help. Penni Wild joins us to talk about the Cannabis Training Academy that is being launched by the New Jersey Business Action Center – and how CPAs can help in the licensing process.