Ep 312: Douglas Boyle, Daniel Haggerty, and Dana Hermanson - Aristotle and Accounting: Building Virtue to Fight Fraud

Looking for a fresh take on ethics in the business world? In this
insightful episode of Count Me In, host Adam Larson sits down
with acclaimed professors and Curt Verschoor Feature of the Year
authors Douglas Boyle, Daniel Haggerty, and Dana Hermanson. The
trio brings their unique expertise—and plenty of real-world
wisdom—to a lively conversation about what “virtue” really means
in accounting, finance, and leadership.


 


Daniel traces the roots of virtue all the way from Greek
philosophy to modern business, showing why courage, strength, and
excellence matter just as much today. Doug and Dana share
practical examples from their teaching and research, exploring
why business education often misses the mark on building
character—and how professionals at any stage can start making
ethical choices that go beyond simply following rules.


 


Tune in for a thought-provoking, accessible discussion that will
have you rethinking what it truly means to lead with integrity.


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