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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Creators and Guests

Adam Larson
Producer
Adam Larson
Producer and co-host of the Count Me In podcast
Dana R. Hermanson, Ph.D.
Guest
Dana R. Hermanson, Ph.D.
Dana R. Hermanson, Ph.D., is the Dinos Eminent Scholar Chair of Private Enterprise and professor of accounting at Kennesaw State University.
Daniel P. Haggerty, Ph.D.
Guest
Daniel P. Haggerty, Ph.D.
Professor, Department of Philosophy, The University of Scranton
Douglas M. Boyle, DBA, CMA, CPA
Guest
Douglas M. Boyle, DBA, CMA, CPA
Douglas M. Boyle, DBA, CMA, CPA, is a professor and department chair in accounting in the Kania School of Management at the University of Scranton. Doug also serves as director of the Ph.D. in accounting program.
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