The tax industry is moving faster than ever. AI is reshaping workflows, IRS enforcement is changing and clients are demanding more strategic value year-round. It’s no longer enough to keep up. Tax professionals need to lead the change.
So how are forward-thinking pros preparing and where are they getting answers?
Here’s what you need to know to stay ahead in 2025.
The big disruptors in 2025
There’s no shortage of change shaking up the profession. Here are four of the biggest shifts on every tax pro’s radar:
1. AI and automation
Generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Blue J are transforming how tax research and client communications happen. The question now isn’t if you should use AI, it’s how to use it responsibly and efficiently.
2. IRS enforcement and regulation
Even though there have been some recent shake-ups at the IRS, it’s still sending out notices. But with decreased staffing levels, it could be difficult to get answers. Representation and risk mitigation skills are more valuable than ever.
3. Changing client expectations
Clients want more than compliance; they want strategy. From proactive planning to business advisory, tax pros are redefining their role as year-round partners.
4. Uncertain tax law landscape
With the passage of One Big Beautiful Bill by the House on May 22, 2025, it goes to the Senate in August. This could mean significant changes for huge swaths of taxpayers.
What tax pros are doing about it
To adapt, top professionals are actively:
- Upskilling through specialized CPE sessions on AI, advisory services and compliance updates
- Shifting services to include more consulting and planning to meet client demands
- Investing in smarter tech to boost firm efficiency and reduce admin burden
- Learning from real experts, not just surface-level webinars or social feeds
Why Taxposium 2025 is the go-to resource
That’s where Taxposium 2025 comes in.
Held July 21-23, 2025, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, this three-day event is designed to help tax pros thrive amidst change with 40+ expert-led sessions on the profession’s biggest disruptors.
Whether you’re focused on growth, protection, or evolution, Taxposium delivers:
- Hands-on insights into AI tools and real-world use cases
- Updates on IRS priorities, enforcement and audit trends
- Strategies for building a future-focused, balanced tax business
- Unmatched networking with EAs, CPAs, educators and industry influencers
Future-focused sessions you don’t want to miss
Harnessing Generative AI for Better Answers & Practice Growth
Tales from the Darkside: IRS Enforcement of Cryptocurrency
Unlock Hidden Savings: A Deep Dive into Overlooked Tax Breaks
Building a Profitable and Balanced Tax Practice
Disruption is inevitable. How you respond isn’t. Change is coming fast. Taxposium 2025 is where you prepare, adapt and lead. Register for Taxposium 2025 today.
About National Association of Tax ProfessionalsThe National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP) is the largest association dedicated to equipping tax professionals with the resources, connections and education they need to provide the highest level of service to their clients. NATP is comprised of over 23,000 leading tax professionals who believe in a superior standard of ethics and exemplify professional excellence. Members rely on NATP to deliver professional connections, content expertise and advocacy that provides them with the support they need to best serve their clients. The organization welcomes all tax professionals in their quest to continually meet the needs of the public, no matter where they are in their careers.
The NATP headquarters is located in Appleton, WI. To learn more, visit www.natptax.com.
Information included in this article is accurate as of the publish date. This post is not reflective of tax law changes or IRS guidance that may have occurred after the date of publishing.