Maryland Association of CPAs (MACPA), North Carolina Association of CPAs (NCACPA), and the Virginia Society of CPAs (VSCPA) have joined together to present the multi-state Virtual Accounting Educators Exchange.
This virtual event provides a dynamic forum to share best practices, discover innovative teaching techniques, and stay abreast of the latest trends. Engage in panel discussions with industry experts and network with peers from across the region. Explore critical topics such as the latest updates on alternative pathways to the CPA, effective strategies for engaging online students, the power of service-learning projects, and the impact of intelligence and data analytics in accounting education.
The agenda is still being planned, check back soon for an update!
This event is free to MACPA Accounting Educator Members. If you have any issues with this, please reach out to MACPA's Member Service Center.
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.
MACPA's CEO will share the latest from MACPA.
Wait…he’s a CPA?!? Oh, you better believe it…and then some ;-) An entrepreneur, college professor, financial professional and author, this guy’s looking to start another Renaissance! Simply, whether in the boardroom, classroom, or locker room, his passion is to help others make better decisions by translating tedious technical topics into tangible intelligence useful for personal and professional success. And if you thought THAT was a mouthful, check out his personal formula for success: (Big 4 + Private equity + Franchising + Internet startups + Fraud Examiner + CFO Consulting + 18.5" Biceps) / (Humility + Faith + Family) = Accounting Badassery in motion. I mean, it's just math, right?!? Living his personal mantra of Integrate, Educate, Elevate...and Entertain, Dr. Tim Naddy abhors complacency and doesn’t believe in settling for less because a good day consists of helping folks understand their value (and yes, you're worth it). An alchemist of precision, professionalism, and panache, his secret sauce is using storytelling to mix all the things he loves…entertaining, speaking, writing, sumif functions, and jazz hands…into the wonderful world of Accounting and Phinance. Shadow Ops is his domain, but he ain’t shy of the spotlight either, so if you’re down to collab, he’s ready to rock n roll! Connect with him on LinkedIn and tune in to him on his Business Biceps & BS podcast (LI: Business Biceps & BS | IG: @bizbisnbs) #cpaevolved #respectthegrind
Higher education is at a crossroads: are we teaching what truly matters for life after graduation? This session challenges faculty to reimagine curriculum design with a focus on real world readiness, disruptive ideas, and bold experimentation.
As the Program Director of EY’s US Academic Resource Center (EYARC), Joni leads and manages programs that support higher education through curriculum resources. She plays a key role in providing faculty with insights into leading edge issues impacting the accounting profession.
Joni’s 25 plus year career has been almost exclusively with EY. Previously, she served as EY’s US Campus Recruiting Solutions Leader, as well as a West Region campus recruiter and leader. She joined EY in October 1999 in the Salt Lake City Assurance practice.
Joni serves on both Brigham Young University’s and the University of Utah’s School of Accounting Board of Directors. As a former auditor, talent acquisition leader, and active board member in higher education, she brings deep knowledge of accounting education and the professional services field.
On a personal note, Joni is a devoted wife and mother with a deep appreciation for travel and cultural exploration. A lifelong dancer, she has performed in more than 65 countries, including appearances at the 2002 Winter Olympics and the World Cup.
Joni holds a Master’s of Accountancy and a BS from Brigham Young University.
As the accounting profession continues to evolve, faculty are rethinking how to prepare students for a workforce shaped by technology, data, and changing professional expectations. This session introduces the EY Accounting Research Center (EYARC) and its growing portfolio of classroom‑ready resources supporting engaged, profession‑focused learning across the accounting curriculum.
Participants will explore resources and how faculty are using the EYARC materials—available at no cost to not‑for‑profit higher education institutions—to support learning around generative AI, analytics, ethics, and more. The session highlights how these modular resources are designed to easily embed into existing courses while helping students build judgment, curiosity, adaptability, and other career‑ready skills.