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Bruce Nunnally, Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLP

Bruce Nunnally has over 32 years of public accounting experience, including 9 years with the international public accounting firm, Ernst & Young, LLP.

During his career, Bruce served clients in a wide range of industries with varied financial reporting requirements. He has been directly responsible for directing audits serving small businesses to Fortune 200 companies.

Bruce is a national lecturer, presenting on a wide range of accounting and auditing topics. He also serves as an instructor of accounting and auditing for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). He has presented accounting and auditing continuing education classes for a quarter of the top 30 CPA firms in the U.S. He has also authored articles for the AICPA, and the Florida and Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants. In 2009 he participated in a video project for the AICPA related to fair value accounting and auditing. Bruce was named an “Outstanding Discussion Leader” in 2016 by the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Bruce was a founding partner of Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC and continues with the Firm in a Partner Emeritus role.

Marc Hamilton, CFO and Treasurer

Marc Hamilton, CPA, CGMA | Educator | Innovator in Professional Development

Marc Hamilton is the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of CDG, Inc., a professional engineering and environmental services firm based in Alabama. With 35 years of financial leadership experience, Marc has led initiatives that have strengthened CDG’s financial operations and supported its substantial growth over the past decade. His expertise includes process innovation, strategic budgeting, technology optimization, and fostering a culture of accountability to ensure long-term success.

Marc’s career spans diverse industries, including engineering services, retail, forestry, and manufacturing. He brings extensive experience working with publicly traded companies and navigating the complexities of corporate finance and compliance. Marc’s foundation in public accounting, honed during his tenure at Deloitte and KPMG, provided him with invaluable expertise in tax strategies, financial reporting, and advisory services.

Marc has a long history of service with the Alabama Society of Certified Public Accountants (ASCPA), where he served as Chairman of the Board from 2017 to 2018 and contributed to advancing ASCPA initiatives. Since 2016, Marc has been a continuing education instructor, presenting on technology topics such as blockchain, big data, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, focusing on their practical applications and relevance to CPAs. He has collaborated with regional State Societies and spoken at numerous CPE conferences, offering insights on topics critical to the profession.

Marc is also the creator of LearnVoyage, a professional development program hosted aboard a cruise ship. The program combines technical education with a unique networking opportunity, offering workshops on topics related to digital transformation, the evolution of critical tools and skills, and practical application. Participants have expressed enthusiasm for its creative format, and early feedback highlights its potential as a unique alternative to traditional programs. Marc aims to expand LearnVoyage with hybrid learning options and collaborations with State Societies to meet the evolving needs of the CPA profession.

Professional Vision Marc Hamilton is passionate about empowering CPAs to embrace a digital mindset. As the pace of technological evolution accelerates, Marc is committed to helping CPAs understand and leverage emerging tools to remain competitive. He believes that the efficiencies gained through technology are critical to maintaining a strategic edge in the profession. Through his leadership and innovative programs, Marc fosters growth, collaboration, and excellence within the CPA profession.