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Dave Hirt shared thisBig shoutout to Jay's Sporting Goods, Inc. in Clare Michigan! 🏕️ 🦌 🎣 I was in the area with friends this weekend while at a sober men's retreat. We stopped in and were checking out the archery section and my friend who is BLIND since birth said "man it would be cool to shoot a bow and arrow" They have an indoor test range and just at that time a manager walks by and asks if we need help. I said, "my friend and I were hoping it may be possible for him to try shooting a bow"(my friend is clearly blind). 🏹 The manager stood there, thought about it, assessed the situation, and said "I'd love for you guys to have that experience today"!!!! 🤩🔥 I swear I could hear my friends heart beating out of his chest as he sent an arrow down range. Thwap! It was amazing 🎯 Jay's is a big store, but not too big to act small. Thanks again Jay's and all your amazing staff for giving us a memory-making experience. If I wasn't already a loyal customer...... And then we ate Hamburgers. And thanks CygnusAI for giving me a long weekend to go play in the woods :)
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Dave Hirt shared thisBreak the bottlenecks! Take a read, this is what we do. CygnusAI finds the blind spots in accounting firm processes and automates them. Is your firm still creating clients in 5 different applications? Are you depending on people to manually update workflow tasks and release eFile returns after the client has signed? We have full eFile automation. Send me a message to find out more!Dave Hirt shared thisFor years, innovation in tax technology has focused on preparing returns more efficiently. But what if the next big opportunity lies outside tax preparation itself? After speaking with CPA firms, we’ve found that significant operational challenges occur before a return is prepared and after it’s completed. Think of the tax lifecycle in three phases: First Mile: Client onboarding, approvals, engagement letters, client creation and task setup. Middle Mile: Document gathering and tax preparation. Last Mile: E-file authorizations, signatures, submission, acknowledgements and return delivery. The First and Last Mile often span multiple systems, leaving manual handoffs, duplicate data entry, limited visibility, staff burnout and inconsistent client experiences. The next frontier isn’t replacing your tax software. It’s connecting your existing technology with AI and workflow automation. Our latest white paper, “Closing the First Mile and Last Mile Gap”, explores how firms can use AI-powered process intelligence and connected automation to eliminate operational friction across the tax lifecycle. We would love to hear your perspective. Where do you think your firm loses the most time today - the First Mile, the Middle Mile, or the Last Mile or somewhere completely different? https://lnkd.in/gZNX6CDV #CPA #Accounting #TaxTechnology #WorkflowAutomation #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #TaxAutomation #PracticeManagement #ClientExperience #CygnusAI
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Dave Hirt shared thisAt the Boomer Consulting, Inc. Summit, the legend himself L. Gary Boomer told us, CygnusAI , that we are at the intersection of technology and firm intelligence. And we can’t wait to show you what that means. With our CygnusLens automation mapper, and our modular last mile eFile automation, we are unique. 💡 I learned that our CEO/Cofounder Atul Tatke is the most curious man on the 🌎 and understanding accounting firms problems makes 18 hour days fly by. (Meanwhile I’m dying) 🤣 Thanks to the amazing Steve Perkins for the shoutout during your time onstage. We appreciate you! 👋 Zach Mansell Jairam Padmanabhan Todd Cooper Great hanging with you legends and legends in the making 🚀 And so many more.
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Dave Hirt shared thisCygnusAI is excited to sponsor the #BoomerCircleSummit in Kansas City this August. We will be there to show share our vision of the automated accounting firm and hear what your automation priorities are. #BoomerCircleSummit2026
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Dave Hirt shared thisHey World, I'm excited to be officially joining CygnusAI as our Director of Growth! You may have heard from me earlier this summer when I came on as a GTM advisor. While working with different vendor solutions, I have been partnering with Atul Tatke and the CygnusAI team for the last 3 years, helping firms build automations to connect their vendor stack. At CygnusAI we are Automating E-filing, moving documents and data, onboarding clients and delivering engagement letters, + so much more. We think "Your data should move, not your team" Checkout our site www.cygnusai.com and DM me directly to learn more! #taxpros #AccountingTech #Accounting #Automation #CPA #DigitalTransformationDave Hirt shared thisWe are excited to officially welcome Dave Hirt as our Director Growth at CygnusAI. Dave first joined us as a Sales & GTM Advisor, and over the past couple of months it became clear that we shared the same vision for the future of technology in public accounting. Today, we are thrilled that he is joining us full-time to help lead our next phase of growth. Dave brings extensive experience in go-to-market strategy, business development, and building strong customer relationships. His deep understanding of the accounting technology landscape and his customer-first mindset make him a tremendous addition to our team. We are excited for what's ahead and look forward to working together to create meaningful value for accounting firms and our partners. Welcome aboard, Dave! #AccountingTechnology #PublicAccounting #Growth #CPA #Team #CygnusAI #GoToMarket Dave Hirt
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Dave Hirt shared thisI’m excited to be joining CygnusAI at BDO Evolve 2026. I am advising on their growth and GTM strategy with more to come in the future. Many of you know, CygnusAI and Atul Tatke was my go to partner for helping firms with automations. Now CygnusAI has built a platform of plug and play automations to facilitate document transfers, 8879 workflows, and full cycle e-filing. This is truly unique. See you in Las Vegas and my DMs ;) https://www.cygnusai.comDave Hirt shared thisExcited to be at BDO Evolve 2026! Meet us at booth 704 and learn how CygnusAI can build your AI Backbone! #Evolve26 #accountinginnovation #agenticai #cygnusai Atul Tatke Mayank Agarwal Chuck Moss Dave Hirt
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Dave Hirt posted thisHappy St. Patrick's Day to all! 🍀 I had become quite jaded about this day, as a sad drinking day. I guess because that is what I looked for. These days, I love it dearly. Cooking dinner for friends, great music, and cheerful spirit. I've come to particularly love this concept of "Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick's Day". This embrace is why such a small nation has such a significant and beloved cultural influence around the world. How can I embody that in my personal life and professional life? It is truly a story of attraction rather than promotion. Nobody has to sell me on good cheer and kindness. Slainte!
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Dave Hirt shared thisLast week LCvista had our Annual Company meeting and celebrated our 10 year anniversary in Cozumel, Mexico! 🌴 As a remote company it was great to connect with my Go To Market Teammates and also Engineers and others across the business who I get even less exposure to. So fun and so go great to meet you! Thinking of oceanside ceviche with Joaquin Diaz Lucas Mangano 🐟 🌮 As an L&D industry operator, LCvista did the learning and training right. Concise sessions, interactive, breaks, a dynamic learning environment. Less stuff can equal deeper learning. Aaron Duke Zachary Bekken and many others. We had amazing DISC sessions hosted by our very own Kevin Estep from our managed services team, aka Spiirall by LCvista . I learned so much about myself and colleagues. And cautionary tales for all of us D styles. Shoutout GTM! Will Yapp Stacy Toribio Fatima Naqvi Vinicius Estevam Alex Pontrelli Molly Haggerty Suellen Meschiari Amanda Hollingsworth Cole Corcoran Toni Williams Mike Redd Laura Ingison
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Dave Hirt posted thisAm I a Luddite? A skeptic? Or just reasonable? I still don’t have WhatsApp. But am considering it for accessibility reasons. I download the app and it immediately requires access to my contact database to work. I’m now remembering this same experience 7 or 8 years ago and decided not to use it. What do you think? Is it avoidable ?
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Dave Hirt liked thisDave Hirt liked thisBroderick Tower: My favorite building in Detroit! Broderick Tower offers luxury apartment living in the heart of downtown Detroit. Rising 34 stories above Woodward Avenue, this historic high-rise is one of Detroit’s most iconic residential buildings—where timeless 1920s architecture meets modern urban living. Originally built in 1928, Broderick Tower stood as a symbol of Detroit’s golden age before undergoing a complete $56 million restoration. Today, the building features 124 distinctive apartments for rent, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans with soaring ceilings, oversized windows, and breathtaking views of the Detroit River, downtown skyline, and Campus Martius Park. Why Residents Choose Broderick Tower: Prime downtown Detroit location steps from Campus Martius, Detroit Opera House, and Comerica Park Historic neo-Gothic architecture with modern luxury finishes Panoramic city and riverfront views from Detroit’s tallest residential landmark On-site dining, fitness amenities, and 24-hour concierge services Walking distance to Detroit’s best restaurants, entertainment, and the People Mover Whether you’re searching for a downtown Detroit apartment with character, a luxury high-rise with unmatched views, or a historic loft-style residence in the city’s most walkable neighborhood, Broderick Tower delivers an urban living experience unlike any other.
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Dave Hirt liked thisDave Hirt liked thisIs it Christmas Eve? 🎄 Feels like it! Tomorrow is the launch of the inaugural C12 South Africa Catalyst Conference, and I get a front row seat to watching friends, clients & EmpoweringChange.org Impact Partners 'unwrap' what I hope becomes an incredible gift... The power of C12 Business Forums + EOS Worldwide + Faith to grow strong leaders and businesses that make the world a better place. 🤩
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Dave Hirt liked thisDave Hirt liked thisI am excited to share that I've been promoted to Tax Technology Director at Forvis Mazars! Excited for this next chapter and grateful to all those who have helped me along the way.
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Dave Hirt liked thisDave Hirt liked thisWe’re growing at Byron and looking for an ambitious early-career sales professional to join the team in the Detroit Metro Area. This is a great opportunity to get in early, help build the sales engine at a fast-moving AI company, and learn enterprise sales from the ground up. If you’re driven, coachable, and comfortable picking up the phone, we’d love to hear from you. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eub4T5NV Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them or share this post!
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Dave Hirt liked thisCheck out this new opportunity with Ignition! I'd love to work with you - let me know if you have any questions or apply below!Dave Hirt liked this***ATTENTION US ACCOUNTING SALES SUPERSTARS*** Ignition is growing, and we’re looking for a Mid-Market Account Executive to join the team! We’re looking for someone who brings strong, proven sales skills within the accounting industry and who’s based in the United States. Know someone who could be a great fit? Tag them or send them our way. Interested? Reach out to learn more! https://lnkd.in/gVcsgKZT
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Dave Hirt reacted on thisDave Hirt reacted on thisA couple of months ago, I shared that I was beginning the search for my next sales leadership opportunity. I was genuinely grateful for the number of people who reached out, made introductions, shared opportunities, and simply offered encouragement. Since then, I've had the opportunity to meet with some impressive organizations and talented leaders. Those conversations have also reinforced what I'm looking for in my next chapter. I want to help build something. I'm at my best when I'm developing people, creating structure around a sales organization, improving execution, and helping a team turn strategy into consistent growth. After more than 30 years in sales and sales leadership, including leading large teams in the Tax & Accounting market, that's still the work that energizes me. My background is particularly relevant to organizations selling complex B2B solutions to CFOs, Controllers, Tax leaders, and other senior executives—but I'm also very interested in businesses where that experience can translate into a new market. I'm continuing to explore Sales Director, Senior Director, Head of Sales, and VP of Sales opportunities, particularly in SaaS, FinTech, Tax & Accounting Technology, professional services, and AI-enabled business solutions. And I'm expanding the conversation beyond companies that happen to have a job posted today. If you're leading a growing business, building a sales organization, or know someone I should meet, I'd enjoy connecting. Sometimes the best opportunities start with a conversation rather than a job posting.
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Dave Hirt liked thisDave Hirt liked thisMcDonald’s spends $8.5M trying to figure out why families are no longer going? When technology takes you SO far away from your core offering, you’ve got a problem. I grew up at a time when birthday parties were held in Playlsnds, and this picture stopped me to consider and ask - where has technology and time taken brands too far from what made them work in the first place?!
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Dave Hirt liked thisDave Hirt liked thisCrushing your week = Friday Fun! You all know I’m a huge advocate for simplicity. Well my formula this weekend is pretty simple: 🏎️ Fast cars at Barber Motorsports Park 🦋 Supporting Teal Wings of Hope - a cause near and dear to our family ⛳️ and of course, a little golf! The UAB Medicine GT World Alabama Benefitting Teal Wings of Hope is this weekend. TWOH is a foundation started by my dear mother-in-law and father-in-law (see picture below) to raise awareness and treatment funds for the fight against ovarian cancer. Fun weekend. Great cause. And hopefully a few 🐦 and 🦅 mixed in on the ⛳️. Happy Friday! Go own your well earned weekend and I’ll see you Monday morning!
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Trail Coordinator
Michigan Mountain Biking Association
- Present 9 years 5 months
Environment
The Michigan Mountain Bike Association builds and maintains, advocates and fund-raises, for MTB trail access in Michigan. I have been a long time volunteer for my local chapter, but in 2017 took on a leadership roll. Connecting people with the sport I love and having a creative outlet for spatial thinking, makes this a joy for me.
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Board Member-Communications
Heatherwood Condominium HOA
- Present 6 years 1 month
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Big Brother (Mentor)
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washtenaw County
- Present 4 years 10 months
Children
I mentor youth! A "Big" is paired with a "little" for 1 year, to help guide them in their life development. And have fun too!
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