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Garrett Wagner

CPA, CITP, CEO and Founder of C3 Evolution Group

As an emerging leader in the CPA landscape and an expert at understanding the new millennial generation, Garrett focuses on monitoring the evolving technologies and best practices in the industry to achieve the highest degree of success without being afraid to break free from traditional methods. Garrett works with CPA firms across the country helping them to implement lasting change by understanding the unique needs of each organization. Garrett specializes in corporate taxation and can successfully implement ideas and change by using his communication style to get support from key members of the Firm. With his ability to think outside the box, develop procedures, and train staff it has allowed Garrett to have tremendous success in bringing about lasting change. Garrett believes that the public accounting landscape is undergoing a tremendous change and that by focusing on developing the next generation of leaders and understanding the shift in the profession to providing value added consulting services, that Firms can obtain long lasting success. Started the LinkedIn group Innovating Trailblazers to provide support for the next generation of leaders by allowing them to share ideas, frustrations, and support each other's growth. Specialties: CPA, CITP specializing in helping business owners achieve personal and professional success

July 24, 2025

Meet Them Where They Are: The Leadership Skill That Changes Everything

It’s easy to get lost in the numbers. In the deadlines. In the pressure to perform. We want progress. We want performance. We want predictability.

Garrett Wagner

Firm Management January 28, 2025

Where Do I Belong? Fostering Connection in an Ever-Changing World

Don’t let another year go by feeling like you’re “on the outside.” Take the first step toward belonging—and watch how it transforms everything.

Garrett Wagner

Accounting December 13, 2024

Millennials to the Rescue? Bridging the Generational Divide in Accounting Leadership

Alright, fellow Millennials—remember when we were the “young ones” shaking things up, pushing for work-life balance, and making remote work sound like an innovation? Fast forward, and now we’re stepping into leadership roles. And suddenly, we’re not the fresh faces anymore.

Garrett Wagner

Accounting October 25, 2024

Generational Change … I’m Getting Old

Change is inevitable. Every generation is different because the world they grow up in is different. But instead of viewing this as a strength, we tend to treat it as a problem.

Garrett Wagner

Firm Management June 12, 2024

Breaking the Cycle: Groundhog Day On Repeat

Accountants can break their cycle by embracing new technologies and learning new skills and being open to change.

Garrett Wagner

Firm Management February 6, 2024

Private Equity in Public Accounting: Salvation or Ruination?

The landscape of public accounting experienced an unprecedented shakeup in 2023, marked not by the usual suspects of annual updates or technological advancements, but by a surge of interest from an unexpected source: private equity.

Garrett Wagner

Accounting December 11, 2023

Where Have All The Accountants Gone?

Let's fight against the apathy threatening our field. Accounting is more than a job; it's a calling to effect positive change, one balanced ledger at a time.

Garrett Wagner

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Firm Management September 11, 2023

It’s Not You, It’s Me: Tips for Effective Team Communication

The next time you are frustrated that a task you assigned wasn’t done on time or correctly and your first response is to blame the the staff member, realize it is time to change your approach.

Garrett Wagner

Firm Management July 26, 2023

Decoding the Deadline Dilemma

By mastering routine tasks and rising above the daily grind, we not only transform our relationship with deadlines, but we also illuminate our strategic value, transcending from our basic duties to becoming vital advisors.

Garrett Wagner

Firm Management April 23, 2023

Why Finding Your Mini-Me Won’t Lead to Succession Success

Opting for a Mini-Me successor might feel comfortable, but it's not the best choice for your accounting firm's success.

Garrett Wagner

Accounting December 14, 2022

When Flipping Burgers Beats Being an Accountant, You Know There’s a Problem

Imagine a world where a CPA enjoyed his time working at a fast food restaurant more than he enjoys working at his current large regional accounting firm.

Garrett Wagner

Advisory August 18, 2022

Are You Recruiting Like It’s 1989?

When it comes to people looking for a job, research shows that compensation and benefits are the basics that will get them in the door, they are not deciding factors.

Garrett Wagner

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