Kendale King, CPA

Founder & CEO of KCK CPA

Kendale King is a dynamic CPA, entrepreneur, and industry innovator redefining the accounting landscape through creativity, technology, and community-driven initiatives. With over a decade of experience in accounting and business consulting, Kendale has built a reputation for transforming the profession by integrating gamification, digital assets, and modern financial strategies to inspire the next generation of accountants. Kendale is the founder of CPAcon. CPAcon is designed to challenge traditional perceptions by showcasing accounting’s competitive, collaborative, and rewarding aspects through gamified experiences, where accountants can compete, learn, and connect on a global stage. In addition to founding CPAcon, Kendale serves on the board of CalCPA, where he helps shape the future of the profession through initiatives that support diversity, education, and the industry’s strategic growth. As the president of the NABA Los Angeles chapter, he actively works to empower Black accountants and expand opportunities for underrepresented professionals. His commitment to inclusion and education aligns with his broader vision: to modernize accounting and make it accessible, engaging, and rewarding. His consulting work focuses on accounting and financial strategies for the entertainment industry, digital assets, and technology, bridging his love for entertainment with his financial expertise. A frequent speaker and panel moderator, Kendale brings humor and warmth to topics often considered complex, delivering insights with a “financial partner” approach that resonates with audiences of all backgrounds. He holds degrees from Morehouse College and Cleveland State University and continues to lead conversations that bridge finance, technology, and culture.