Faculty newsletter - September 2025

Webcast: Responsible AI and AI Agents - 10/3 at 1pm ET

Join PwC’s Joe Harrington and Ilana Golbin Blumenfeld on October 3rd, 1-2pm ET for a webinar about Responsible AI and AI Agents for faculty. Learn how AI is transforming academia and industry, why responsible development matters, and explore the functions and impact of AI agents in decision-making and innovation.

Register for the live event or request access to the session recording here.

CPAs and unexpected career pathways

PwC Assurance Senior Manager Greta Smith spoke with Teen Vogue about how a career in accounting can lead to unexpected roles—from fashion to finance and everything in between. Spoiler: for Greta, CPA means the “Coolest Profession Around.” Find out why.  

Pathways to PwC Podcast

Listen to the last two episodes of the Pathways to PwC mini-series. Join PwC Tax Partner Greg Rowley as he shares his inspiring path from community college to becoming a Partner in “Community College Beginning to Careers in Accounting”. Then hear about PwC Senior Manager Lea Grays’ journey “From a Liberal Arts Degree to a Career in Accounting”. 

PwC launches Industry Edge to help clients navigate disruption and seize growth in a converging economy

PwC introduced Industry Edge, a new program designed to help clients anticipate change and seize opportunities across five major industries—Consumer Markets, Financial Services, Health Industries, Industrial Products & Services, and TMT. Explore perspectives that spotlight the forces reshaping these sectors and learn how leaders can turn disruption into competitive advantage. Learn more here. 

PwC and Google Cloud build expansive AI agent ecosystem

PwC unveiled 120+ AI agents developed with Google Cloud, designed to accelerate innovation and deliver enterprise-grade automation across industries. The ecosystem helps clients boost efficiency, cut costs, and transform how work gets done. Learn more here.

Why Speed Beats Scale in the AI Economy

In today's AI economy, agility trumps size. Rapidly adopting AI solutions offers a competitive edge, driving innovation in a dynamic market. The fastest movers often win. Read this article for insights from Dan Priest, PwC’s Chief AI Officer, on thriving with speed. 

Empowering Tomorrow: Autonomous Agents in a World of Responsible AI 

“I” is for integrity in agentic AI. PwC AI Assurance Principal Ilana Golbin Blumenfeld explores how next-gen AI agents are evolving from task takers to autonomous collaborators—reshaping how work gets done while reinforcing trust through thoughtful governance. Learn more. 

What New CEOs Should Ask in Their First 100 Days 

In Harvard Business Review, PwC US Senior Partner Paul Griggs and PwC’s Paul Leinwand share why new CEOs should focus less on having all the answers and more on asking the right questions. Their guidance helps leaders build trust, set strategy, and lay a strong foundation for long-term success. Read more. 

Sustainability now: A primer on California climate reporting 

We provide an overview of California’s climate disclosure laws and share the latest as supporting regulations are being developed. Listen here. 

PwC US expands AI-enabled audit technology with Data PRO and Acquisition Hub 

Innovation at PwC isn’t just about new tools. It’s about making a real difference. Data PRO and Acquisition Hub help us deliver quality audits while reducing manual work and unlocking better insights. Explore how our tech is shaping the future of audit here. 

Three tax trends, one solution: Tax leaders who embrace tech

PwC highlights how tax leaders can harness data strategy, automation, and AI-powered talent models to stay ahead of rising complexity. By embracing technology, tax functions can shift from routine compliance to driving strategic insights and value. Learn more here.

Careers in tax: Two international tax titans

Doug McHoney, Mike Urse & Calum Dewar reflect on careers in global tax, leadership, mentorship, tech evolution & advice for future pros. Listen to more here.