Accounting for Success with Dorothy Conduah

In this episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Dorothy Conduah, an inspiring faculty member who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Accounting program. Dorothy shares her insights on how technology has transformed the accounting field, the importance of teaching students how to effectively utilize AI, and her experiences in promoting accounting as a career.

We delve into Dorothy's passion for educating students about the practical aspects of accounting and how it relates to personal and business finances. We'll also discover her unique approach to engaging students through the use of quotes that reflect their own values and beliefs. Furthermore, we'll explore Dorothy's passion for travel and how it has influenced her personal and professional life.

Join us as we uncover Dorothy's journey in the world of accounting, her experiences as a full-time instructor, and the impact she has had on her students' lives.

Dorothy Conduah, CPA, MBA, CGMA, is an accounting faculty member at Madison College. She teaches financial accounting, management accounting and business management courses. Dorothy started her accounting career in a public accounting firm gaining diverse and practical experience in the business field, before transitioning to the private sector. She has 20+ years of accounting experience spending 16 years of her career at American Girl’s corporate headquarters in Middleton. She obtained her MBA from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and her undergraduate degree from the University of Hertfordshire in England.

While at American Girl, Dorothy taught both graduate and undergraduate courses in accounting as an adjunct instructor at Lakeland University. Dorothy came to Madison College in 2014 as an administrator in the Controllers office. In 2017, she transitioned to teaching full time in the accounting program.

In her spare time, Dorothy enjoys spending time with family, travelling, reading, exercising including, hiking, running, yoga among other pursuits to stay balanced.

Check out Dorothy in the On Balance Magazine.