Instructor
Rebekah (Brown) Olson, CPA, is the CEO of the Maryland Association of CPAs and an influential figure in the accounting profession, recognized as one of Accounting Today's Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting for 2022.
Joining the MACPA in 2012, Rebekah assumed the position of Manager of Membership Development and Engagement in 2014. In 2018, she was appointed Director of Development, where she served on the leadership team steering the association through the complex challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic and the departure of longstanding CEO Tom Hood.
Passionate about the future of the accounting profession, Rebekah is a sought-after speaker who frequently shares her insights on professional trends and opportunities. As a certified facilitator, she has guided numerous organizations, both in the United States and Canada, in the strategic planning process.
Rebekah's contributions have garnered recognition from various prestigious entities. CPA Practice Advisor recognized her as a top thought leader under 40 in the CPA profession in 2017, 2019, and 2020. In 2019, she was honored with the President's Award by the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) Baltimore Chapter for her community service. Additionally, Rebekah was named a Maryland Daily Record Leading Women Honoree in 2020.
Rebekah holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, dual specializing in Accounting and Sports Management, from The Max M. Fisher School of Business at The Ohio State University, which she earned in 2009. She obtained her CPA designation in 2011. After gaining invaluable experience at a Top 100 firm, Rebekah decided to leave public accounting and leverage her talents and experiences to work on behalf of the profession at the Maryland Association of CPAs.
The MACPA Elevate & Celebrate is a consolidated event combining the Annual Meeting, a Partner Solution Expo, and the Celebrate reception. The day will commence with the Annual Meeting and Town Hall, featuring discussions led by MACPA CEO Rebekah (Brown) Olson on trends and technology, followed by panel discussions with Preferred Providers and opportunities for member interaction. The event will culminate with a reception recognizing and celebrating members who have made an impact on the profession - acknowledging community impact, celebrating achievements, and recognizing award winners, scholarship recipients, volunteers, board members, and many more.
The agenda is still being finalized, but is the tentative schedule:
Townhall and Annual Business Meeting | 3 - 5pm
Reception with lite fare | 5 - 7pm
