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Dark Horse CPAs Promotes Matthew Reese, CPA to Principal After 4-Month, $400K+ Success

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Reese Completes Principal Accelerator Program, establishes SMB Accounting and Tax Practice in Orlando, Florida

ORLANDO, Fla., April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Dark Horse CPAs, a top accounting and tax firm serving small businesses and individuals across the nation, announces the promotion of Matthew Reese to Principal. Reese’s noteworthy technical skills and rapid growth of his book of business, bolstered by strong relationships with clients and colleagues alike earned him a seat at the table, becoming an equity Principal of the firm.

Matthew entered the Dark Horse Principal Accelerator Program in July 2024 and built a tax and accounting practice with recurring revenue north of $400,000 in four months’ time. Far from being a volume play, he was able to achieve this revenue figure with a surprisingly small number of clients.  Given the overwhelming positive client feedback, high quality work and positive collaboration with his peers, the decision was made to promote him to Principal effective November 2024.

Speaking to the challenges posed by the Accelerator Program, Matthew stated, “the most challenging aspect of the journey was developing the confidence and assertiveness to command the value I bring to client engagements in terms of the price and scope in my proposals. Waiting on those initial proposals was difficult as I was unsure if prospects would sign while I was anxious to embark on the work of building my practice. Not rushing the process nor conceding on price just to get the work in the door has already shown itself to be the solid foundation on which to build a great practice with intention vs the haphazard, chaotic practices that many practitioners begin their journey with.”

When asked about the most rewarding aspect of his journey in the Accelerator Program, he continued his previous thought, “it was securing my first client. It proved that I could do this and it felt great to feel the trust and confidence they conveyed to me.” In terms of what differed most from his expectations of the Accelerator Program, he continued, “the biggest surprise was that fellow Accelerators and Principals celebrated this win, and others, alongside me. Rather than competing, everyone is very supportive and celebrates each other’s successes. Naturally, this creates a truly collaborative environment that we all benefit from.”

As to what he would want other potential Accelerators to know about the Program, Reese believes they should know, “the learning and growth, particularly in sales, is absolutely invaluable. Far from being trapped in a corporate machine, you quickly realize the Program is about self-actualization as a professional and as a human. I would wholeheartedly recommend anyone who has the itch to start a practice strongly consider becoming a Dark Horse Accelerator.”

Moving forward, Matthew is excited to, “develop a specialized niche in Esports with the backing of a firm that fully supports my vision to innovate and build within the space.”

“As I came to know Matt and started to hear feedback from clients and friends who were working with him, I had one of those rare moments,” says Chase Birky, CEO & co-founder of Dark Horse CPAs. “A rare moment, for me anyway, of taking stock of how far we’ve come as a firm. That we could attract someone of his caliber and that his success could come so quickly was humbling. It’s exactly what we hoped the Principal Accelerator Program would look like. And he is exactly the type of CPA we want to build this firm and this community around. So, yeah, I’m excited to support and bare witness to his journey in building a differentiated practice that allows him to pursue his interests and build a great life in the process.”

About the Dark Horse Accelerator Program

The Dark Horse Principal Accelerator Program was created for entrepreneurially-minded CPAs that want to build a scalable book of business without the personal and financial sacrifices required of starting a firm from scratch. Dark Horse empowers their CPAs with the resources and support to grow intelligently and profitably. Their proprietary technology, flexible staffing and industry-leading systems and processes enable CPAs to focus on being the trusted advisor to their clients, unlocking unprecedented value in these relationships, so that they will continue to be relevant long into the future while their counterparts become increasingly displaced by technology.

Accelerators are put through a training program that acclimates them to the firm’s exclusive tech stack, followed by proprietary sales training and one-on-one coaching. Upon completion of training, they begin building their book of business by fielding inquiries from potential Dark Horse clients. To facilitate their growth, Accelerators have full-time and fractional professional personnel support at their disposal. A collaborative group of like-minded CPAs go the extra mile to help them out in areas where they lack expertise. This new CPA firm business model includes an active corporate team that ensures their work is of high quality and strategically focused. After successful completion of the program, they can become an equity principal of the firm.

The Dark Horse Principal Accelerator Program is currently accepting new Accelerators. Interested CPAs are invited to dive deeper into the program on Dark Horse’s recruiting site, abetterway.cpa

Dark Horse CPAs provides integrated tax, accounting and wealth advisory services to small businesses and individuals across the U.S. The firm was founded to save small businesses (and their owners) from subpar accounting and tax services and subpar client experiences. These small businesses are Dark Horses among their larger and more well-known competition. Being a Dark Horse CPA means advocating for small businesses by bringing to them the tax strategies and accounting insights previously reserved for big business. To learn more, visit Dark Horse CPAs https://abetterway.cpa/ 

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Institute for Supply Management® Announces 2025 R. Gene Richter Scholarship Winners

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Six students from across the United States selected for top supply chain award

TEMPE, Ariz., April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) has selected the 2025 recipients of the R. Gene Richter Scholarship, an award presented annually to the top supply management students from across the United States. Recipients were determined based upon a submitted essay, cumulative grade point average, demonstrated leadership, extracurricular involvement, and overall achievements as an undergraduate professional, including through internships and case competitions.

 

The 2025 R. Gene Richter Scholars include Aiden Anderson of the University of South Carolina, Colleen Andrews of Michigan State University, Jai Kozar-Lewis of Michigan State University, Lauren McGuirk of Grand Valley State University, McKenna Schrenk of The Pennsylvania State University, and Nicole Sherman of Western Michigan University. This cohort of scholars joins more than 145 students from 30 different universities across the United States who have earned this honor since its inception in 2004.

“We are very proud to introduce the 2025 class of Richter scholars. We truly believe they will grow to become leaders in supply management,” said Nancy Richter, founder of the R. Gene Richter Scholarship Program. “Our Richter scholars will add a fresh perspective to the field with their proven leadership, creativity, and initiative.”

The award recipients will be honored at an exclusive executive luncheon and at the ISM Awards Gala on June 2 at ISM World 2025, ISM’s annual conference in Orlando from June 1 – 3. Now in its 22nd year, the R. Gene Richter Scholarship provides a monetary award of up to US$15,000 in tuition assistance. Notably, recipients are also given access to an executive mentor and leader in the profession and a former Richter scholar as a junior mentor.

“These students represent the impressive future leaders of the profession,” said ISM CEO Thomas Derry. “We know each will contribute greatly to the success of their respective future organizations as they’ve demonstrated their commitment in their accomplishments thus far.”

The R. Gene Richter Scholarship Program was established and named in memory of R. Gene Richter, who was a galvanizing force in the field of procurement. Richter is admired for elevating the profession to world-class stature. He led the supply organizations at Stanley Black & Decker, Hewlett-Packard, and International Business Machines (IBM). For information on the R. Gene Richter Scholarship Program and the 2025 winners, visit: richterfoundation.org, and ismworld.org/awards.

About Institute for Supply Management®
Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) is the first and leading not-for-profit professional supply management organization worldwide. Its community of more than 50,000 in more than 100 countries around the world manage about US$1 trillion in corporate and government supply chain procurement annually. Founded in 1915 by practitioners, ISM is committed to advance the strategy and practice of integrated, end-to-end supply chain management through leading edge data-driven resources, community, and education to empower individuals, create organizational value and drive competitive advantage. ISM’s vision is to foster a prosperous, sustainable world. ISM empowers and leads the profession through the ISM® Report On Business®, its highly-regarded certification and training programs, corporate services, events and assessments. The ISM® Report On Business®, Manufacturing, Services, and Hospital are three of the most reliable economic indicators available, providing guidance to supply management professionals, economists, analysts, and government and business leaders. For more information, please visit: www.ismworld.org.

About R. Gene and Nancy D. Richter Foundation
The R. Gene and Nancy D. Richter Foundation is a 501c3 private family foundation devoted to community service. It offers educational opportunities to supply chain and non-traditional undergraduates as well as supporting other community interests. It offers two scholarship programs, the R. Gene Richter Scholarship and the Nancy D. Richter Scholarship. The R. Gene Richter Scholarship identifies the future leaders of supply chain management and fast-track those individuals into the profession through a program of tuition assistance, executive mentoring, junior mentoring and networking. For more information, please visit: www.richterfoundation.org.

Contact: Jessica Boyd, 480.752.6276, ext. 3085
jboyd@instituteforsupplymanagement.org

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Travelzoo Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call on April 29 at 11:00 AM ET

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NEW YORK, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO):

WHAT:

Travelzoo, the club for travel enthusiasts, will host a conference call to discuss the Company’s financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. Travelzoo will issue a press release reporting its results before the market opens on April 29, 2025.

WHEN:

April 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM ET

HOW:

A live webcast of Travelzoo’s Q1 2025 earnings conference call can be accessed at http://ir.travelzoo.com/events-presentations. The webcast will be archived within 2 hours of the end of the call and will be available through the same link.

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Travelzoo Investor Relations

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About Travelzoo
We, Travelzoo®, are the club for travel enthusiasts. We reach 30 million travelers. Club Members receive Club Offers personally reviewed by our deal experts around the globe. We have our finger on the pulse of outstanding travel, entertainment, and lifestyle experiences. We work in partnership with thousands of top travel suppliers—our long-standing relationships give us access to irresistible deals.

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Crypto Leader Bybit Powers TOKEN2049 Dubai – Attends as Gold Sponsor, Showcasing Real-World Crypto Utility

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DUBAI, UAE, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is taking center stage as a Gold Sponsor of TOKEN2049 Dubai, one of the most influential Web3 industry conferences shaping the global digital assets landscape. This strategic involvement underscores Bybit’s unwavering leadership in the blockchain space and its commitment to delivering real-world utility through cutting-edge crypto solutions.

Hosted at the prestigious Madinat Jumeirah from April 30 to May 1, TOKEN2049 Dubai is expected to attract over 15,000 participants from more than 160 countries — including industry pioneers, innovators, regulators, developers, and institutional investors. Bybit’s involvement goes beyond sponsorship. It reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to advancing industry knowledge, regional growth, and community empowerment. TOKEN2049 offers a unique platform for idea exchange, innovation, and meaningful dialogue — a vision that closely aligns with Bybit’s mission.

“TOKEN2049 is where the brightest minds in crypto come together, and Bybit is proud to contribute our voice to this global conversation,” said Ben Zhou, co-founder and CEO of Bybit. “We are here to share, support, and build. We believe in the power of community. This event is a great platform for Web3 market participants to collaborate, grow, and strengthen the crypto trading industry together.”

A milestone for Bybit Pay: crypto payment utility in action

One of the most exciting highlights of TOKEN2049 is the debut of Bybit Pay’s real-world utility in Dubai at a live event setting. For the first time, attendees can experience how effortless crypto payments can be — they can simply sign up for Bybit Pay, show their pay account at the Barista Bar, and enjoy a free cup of coffee. Additionally, visitors can also scan the QR code at the Bybit booth, post about their experience on X, and claim a free coffee. It’s a delicious way to explore how crypto is going mainstream, one cup at a time.

Bybit Pay was first introduced in Brazil, where it began transforming the payments landscape by bridging fiat and crypto in a seamless, intuitive way. Bybit’s solution is a next-generation payments platform designed to simplify the transaction experience and unlock new efficiencies for both consumers and businesses.

Bybit at TOKEN2049 Week

Beyond the main event, Bybit is curating an entire TOKEN2049 Week (April 28–May 2) experience filled with important industry side events, keynotes, workshops, demos, and private roundtables — all designed to empower the Web3 community and foster global collaboration – accelerating blockchain innovation and crypto adoption – worldwide

Key highlights include:

Flagship Booth Experience (Booth P33) – Attendees can explore Bybit’s latest Web3 innovations in trading, payments, and community engagement. The booth will serve as an interactive hub, showcasing the exchange trading platform’s most powerful innovative features and newest products.

Keynote Address – Bybit Co-founder and CEO Ben Zhou will share his perspective on AI evolution in crypto trading and the path forward for crypto and Web3 adoption worldwide, at TOKEN2049 Dubai.

Curated Side Events – In addition to the main conference, Bybit is curating a full slate of side events during TOKEN2049 Week, designed to foster Web3 dialogue, share insights, and support every corner of the crypto ecosystem. The week will kick off with Crypto Hub x Bybit Crypto Ark Demo Day (April 28), where builders and innovators gather for hands-on product showcases, networking, and community-led discussions hosted at Bybit’s Dubai office.

That same day, DMCC x VARA policy roundtable brings regulators and industry leaders together to explore the balance between innovation and compliance in the UAE’s digital asset space. Later in the evening, Bybit’s VIP + Financial Product Workshop offers a private networking session for top crypto traders and blockchain partners to discuss strategic investment tools and premium offerings.

On April 29, affiliates gather for the Bybit Exclusive Meetup to exchange crypto trading strategies and connect with Web3 product managers, followed by the Wunderbit x Bybit bot trading workshop, which dives into the real mechanics — and risks — of automated trading. The RWA Gulf Summit 2025 the same day features institutional voices from finance and banking exploring tokenized real-world assets, with Bybit’s Jerry Li addressing yield opportunities on centralized exchanges.

Bybit Pay: Life is Paid Bit Bybit (May 1) offers an insider look at upcoming crypto payment tools and merchant features. 

This TOKEN2049 Week culminates with Bybit Institutional Symposium (May 2) – gathering institutional customers and ecosystem partners for a day of macro strategy, deep dives into product roadmaps, and new collaboration opportunities — ending with a gala dinner to celebrate a transformative week for the crypto industry in Dubai.

These important Web3 gatherings are designed to drive dialogue, share insights, accelerate innovation, and deepen connections across the industry. Bybit’s active participation underscores its broader mission to support crypto adoption through education, infrastructure development, and collaborative innovation.

As Dubai strengthens its position as a global hub for digital assets, Bybit is proud to contribute to the conversation — supporting the ideas, people, and technologies shaping the future of finance.

#Bybit / #TheCryptoArk 

About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open, and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.

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