Join us for this rebroadcast of the 2024 Accounting Educators Symposium. This year we will be raising money for the MACPA Foundation. The MACPA Foundation, incorporated in June 1992, works to build a strong and diverse talent pipeline with resources for future CPAs and educators.
The proceeds from this event will be donated to the MACPA Foundation. Your support helps the profession succeed. Click here if you would like to donate more than the registration amount below.
Agenda for the today:
* MACPA Update
Speaker: Rebekah Olson, CPA, Chief Executive Officer, Maryland Association of CPAs
We will get the latest news from MACPA. This is always a great update from Rebekah Olson.
Break - 9:10 AM - 9:20AM EDT
* Maryland State Board of Public Accountancy Update
Speaker: Jan Williams, Ph.D., CPA, Professor of Accounting, University of Baltimore
Jan will fill us in on the latest from the Maryland State Board of Accountancy.
* Facing the Accountant Shortage: A Discussion from an Employer Perspective
Panel: Michael Harlow, CPA, Managing Partner, CohnReznick, Andrew Grady, Branch Chief - Financial Reporting Branch USDA, Richard Kim, Assistant Special Agent, Internal Revenue Service, William Foote, CPA, CVA, ABV, CFF, CFE, Advisory Services Partner, Aprio, LLC Myles E. Hillyer, CPA Assurance Manager, PwC, Meagan Sirovy Recruiting Manager Calibre CPA Group, James Gomes, CPA, Managing Partner, Calibre CPA Group, PLLC
Moderator: Dr. Kathryn Klose, PhD, CPA, Faculty - Accounting at Montgomery College
Join us for an engaging and informative panel discussion featuring prominent leaders from various industries as they share invaluable insights and perspectives on the evolving landscape of the workforce. In today's dynamic and competitive environment, understanding the needs and expectations of employers is crucial for professionals and job seekers alike.
Break - 11:35 AM - 11:45 AM EDT
* AICPA CPA Evolution Update and the CPA Exam Metrics
Speaker: Jan Taylor, CPA, CGMA, PhD, Academic in Residence, AICPA - CIMA
This session will briefly review the history of CPA Evolution. Jan will discuss the impact that CPA Evolution has had on the CPA Exam metrics. She will also share what the AICPA is envisioning for the future of the Exam and the profession.
