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Janell Harlow

Janell Harlow

Senior Accountant, CPA, Speaker

Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States

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Janell Harlow is a Certified Public Accountant and a Senior Accountant at Step By Step Accounting, a fully cloud based, teaching-oriented accounting and advisory firm recently named a Top 50 Woodard Accounting Firm in 2023.
Janell's mission is to help business owners manage their finances and achieve growth. By providing guidance and insights, she can empower business owners to be confident in making informed decisions which can drive their companies forward.
She is an Advanced Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor, and, as a part of Step By Step Accounting, provides outstanding accounting and Fractional CFO services to clients in the Midwest.
She lives in North Dakota, values family, living a balanced lifestyle, and lots of creamer in her coffee.

Area of Expertise

  • Business & Management

Topics

  • Data Architecture
  • Customer journey mapping
  • Process Mapping
  • Business Process Mapping Evaluation & Reengineering

How to Map it: Transforming Your Accounting Firm for Optimal Efficiency and Client Satisfaction

In this dynamic session, you'll gain practical insights and hands-on experience to streamline your operations, enhance client satisfaction, and boost your firm's success. We'll kick off as a cohesive group, diving deep into the art of creating and documenting effective processes, using data architecture to map out each level from customer touchpoints to the "e-suite". Learn how to map out workflows systematically, identify pain points, and ensure a seamless journey for your clients.

After the initial discussion, we'll split into three small groups, each focusing on a critical aspect of your firm's processes (Lead Conversion, Client Onboarding and Monthly Accounting). Each group will engage in interactive process mapping using colorful post-it notes on the wall to visualize the customer journey. We will consider customer happiness as they progress through the process and be prepared to address pain points and brainstorm solutions.

Throughout the session, our experienced facilitators will traverse the room, encouraging participants to share insights, identify bottlenecks, and collaborate on innovative solutions utilizing technology and human resources. Benefit from their expertise as they guide you towards crafting efficient, client-centric processes.

Concluding the breakout sessions, we'll reconvene as a larger group to share the discoveries and improvements made in each mapped process. Be prepared to be inspired by the collective wisdom and innovative ideas generated by your peers.

In the final section of the workshop, you'll have dedicated time to reflect and start mapping a process tailored to your own accounting firm. Apply the lessons learned during the session to create a customized plan for your firm's success.

Join us at the Scaling New Heights conference and empower your accounting firm to excel by optimizing internal processes and delivering unmatched client experiences. Take home actionable insights and a roadmap for success in an ever-evolving industry. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your firm's future!

Scaling New Heights®️ 2024 Sessionize Event

June 2024 Orlando, Florida, United States

Janell Harlow

Senior Accountant, CPA, Speaker

Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States

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