Small Business Administration

Deloitte Chair Lara Abrash Champions Empathy and CPA Leadership in Evolving Financial Landscape

Lara Abrash, chair of Deloitte US, reveals how vulnerability and compassion shape her leadership approach. The accounting leader, who began her career commuting from Long Island to New York City, discusses CPAs’ evolving role in safeguarding financial reporting integrity.

From Penn Station to Professional Excellence

Lara Abrash, chair of Deloitte US, has reached the pinnacle of the accounting profession through a journey that began with late-night homework sessions at Penn Station. According to reports, Abrash discovered her passion for accounting in middle school when she first balanced a set of books, a love that sustained her through long commutes from Long Island to New York City while pursuing her MBA at Baruch College.

by Jessica Moore P.E.October 15, 2025

Business Policy

Small Business Regulation Decline Under Trump 2.0: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know

Federal regulations affecting small businesses have reached unprecedented lows during Trump’s second term, with only 21 significant rules finalized. While deregulation provides relief, experts warn temporary measures may create long-term uncertainty for business planning and operations.

Small business regulation is undergoing a dramatic transformation under the Trump administration’s second term, reaching levels not seen since modern record-keeping began in the 1970s. According to Federal Register data, only 2,029 final rules have been published as of Columbus Day, putting the administration on track for the lowest regulatory output in decades. This regulatory drought represents a significant shift from previous administrations and carries both opportunities and hidden challenges for entrepreneurs navigating the current business landscape.