Join us for a conversation with Julius Green, CPA, JD. Julius is the past president of the Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs (PICPA) and former chair (and current member) of the Diversity Committee. He is also a former chair (and current member) of the PICPA CPA Foundation, which focuses on CPA pipeline initiatives, including diversity, equity, and inclusion in the profession.
Julius is a Villanova Business Fellow, working to help the university's accounting department to develop its DEI strategy. His other focus has been working with diverse students. He is a retired tax partner and regional tax leader for the Philadelphia tax services group at Baker Tilly US LLP (formerly Baker Tilly Virchow Krause).
In this session, we will discuss the importance of leadership from the top to improve diversity across the profession. Many state societies have developed programs to help firms launch a D&I initiative, notably to support partners looking to drive change. An effective D&I strategy requires buy-in and leadership support. Julius has a unique perspective on the role of leadership in driving change. We hope you join the conversation!
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Julius Green, CPA, JD, is a recently retired tax partner with the Philadelphia office of the public accounting firm of Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP. He has held significant leadership roles with Baker Tilly, including a partnership role since 2002. He has been the Philadelphia regional tax leader, the firmwide exempt organization tax leader, and leader of diversity & inclusion efforts in the firm’s eastern region. The firm partners elected him to the Board of Partners in August 2017.
His other work experience includes 11 years with two international firms and 12 years with two universities. He is a recognized leader in diversity and inclusion with several strategic roles in leading D&I efforts in the accounting profession. He also has more than twenty years of experience mentoring young professionals, college and high school students in business and accounting career opportunities.
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Jina Etienne, CPA, CGMA is a speaker, storyteller, and consultant who helps individuals and organizations unlock the power of authenticity, trust, and connection. With more than 30 years of experience in the accounting profession and business leadership, she brings a unique, deeply human approach to leadership development and culture-building.
Her work focuses on the intersection of leadership, belonging, and emotional intelligence, equipping people with the awareness and tools to lead with clarity, empathy, and intention. Known for blending professional insight with personal storytelling, Jina makes complex ideas accessible and relatable. She helps professionals at all levels show up more fully as themselves—both in their work and in their lives.