developing our future
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developing our future
DEVELOPING OUR FUTURE ANNUAL MEETING PROGRAM August 6–8, 2015 Wisconsin Center, Milwaukee, WI Shine brighter Leaders light the way – for themselves and for others. At Deloitte, you’ll find the fuel for your flame – whether it’s delving into today’s toughest business challenges, collaborating with leaders at our learning center, Deloitte University, or putting your skills to work for the greater good on one of our many pro bono efforts. Spark your future. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law. As used in this document, “Deloitte” means Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries. Please see www.deloitte.com/us/about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries. 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As the leader in CPA Exam Review for over 50 years, Becker Professional Education can prepare you for success on the exam. • Students who prepare with Becker pass at double the rate of non-Becker candidates.* • The content and functionality of our course mirrors the CPA Exam in every way, so there are no surprises on exam day. • You can study anywhere, anytime from any computer or from Apple® and Android™ tablets and smartphones using our mobile app. Once you start your career, Becker also helps you stay ahead with Continuing Professional Education that covers the critical topics today’s accounting and finance professionals need to know such as U.S. GAAP, Taxation, IFRS, Ethics, Audit and more. * Becker students pass at twice the rate of all CPA Exam candidates who did not take a Becker review course based on averages of AICPA-published pass rates. Data verified by an independent third-party research firm. Apple is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Apple Inc. and Google Inc. do not sponsor or endorse Becker Professional Education in any manner. ©2015 DeVry/Becker Educational Development Corp. All rights reserved. ® 17739-346 Visit the Becker booth or becker.com to learn more. N E X T Y E A R AUGUST 4–6, 2016 BALTIMORE MARRIOTT WATERFRONT, BALTIMORE, MD SAVE THE DATE Thank You Attendees! While you benefit from the latest education BAP has to offer, we also hope you enjoy your time at this year’s Beta Alpha Psi Annual Meeting. We appreciate your continued support of BAP through your attendance and wish you continued success throughout the coming year. TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome Letter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–5 Beta Alpha Psi Professional Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–10 Hotel Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Registration and Exhibit Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Location of Sessions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Meeting Etiquette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Raffle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Refreshments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Safety and Security Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Social Media and Meeting App . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–10 Keynote Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–13 Suggested Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–15 Agenda. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17–36 Floor Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Exhibitor/Sponsor Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39–49 2015 Award Winners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Faculty and Co-Faculty Advisors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53–55 Superior Chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57–58 Distinguished Chapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 BAP.ORG | 3 WELCOME LETTER August 2015 Greetings Beta Alpha Psi Meeting Attendees, It is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2015 Beta Alpha Psi Annual Meeting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, home to the Milwaukee Brewers, Harley-Davidson, and the best cheese in the world. The 2015 Annual Meeting kicks off with two opportunities for our membership to participate in community service efforts for the Milwaukee area: • First, those participants selected for Project Run With It, sponsored by Moss Adams LLP, will develop proposal presentations for local area not-for-profit organizations in response to requests for assistance with special projects; and, • Second, on Thursday, all remaining Annual Meeting participants will have the opportunity to participate in our annual Community Service Day (CSD). This year, CSD is a collaboration among Beta Alpha Psi, KPMG LLP, KPMG Foundation, First Book, and United Way of Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha County. For the third year, we are hosting BAP International Day of Literacy. We will hold Literacy Fairs at five local Boys and Girls Clubs, two United Way Agencies and four elementary schools serving children from low-income families in Milwaukee. This exceptional opportunity will allow us to engage directly with the children in a variety of fun activities that will hopefully bring out the inner child in each of us. During our Literacy Fairs, every child will have a book read to them and then will receive a new book to take home. For many of these students, this will be the first book that they have ever owned. In addition to these two events that reinforce Beta Alpha Psi’s commitment to giving back to the community, the meeting’s remaining programming, networking, and events are structured to reinforce the fundamental concepts behind developing leadership skills; building relationships with peers and professionals; recognizing and rewarding scholastic success; developing mental toughness; instilling a commitment to lifelong professional development; ethical behavior; and service through the following sessions: • Presentations created by your peers to help you effectively and efficiently run your chapters; • Competence-building sessions delivered by the BAP Professional Partners; • Keynote addresses that will help you develop your leadership skills; • Expert panel discussions; and, • Networking opportunities with professionals, exhibitors, faculty advisors, and fellow students. 4 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE WELCOME LETTER Competitions and awards are an integral part of the Annual Meeting and will include: • Gold Chapter Challenge and Superior Chapter Awards – sponsored by KPMG LLP and The KPMG Foundation • The KPMG/Bernard J. Milano Lifetime Service Award • Best Practices Competition – sponsored by Deloitte LLP • Project Run With It Competition – sponsored by Moss Adams LLP • Business Information Professional of the Year Awards – sponsored by the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) • Inclusive Leadership Awards – sponsored by EY LLP • Ethics Awards – sponsored by Grant Thornton LLP • Medal of Inspiration Award – sponsored by the AICPA • Outstanding Faculty Advisor Awards – sponsored by McGladrey LLP • VITA Awards – sponsored by the IRS • Outstanding Dean Award • Most Improved Chapter Award Thank you for attending this year’s Annual Meeting. We know that you will be glad that you did! Kevin D. Stocks 2014–2015 President Scott Hobson 2015 Annual Meeting Chair Dori Danko 2015 Program Chair BAP.ORG | 5 BETA ALPHA PSI PROFESSIONAL PARTNERS The Beta Alpha Psi Professional Partners further the mission and programs of the Beta Alpha Psi organization through the commitment of financial and people resources, knowledge and talent. Members of the Beta Alpha Psi Professional Partners financially support BAP through annual member fees that subsidize the Regional and Annual meetings each year. Additionally, individual BAP Professional Partner representatives utilize their personal networks to secure speakers for these meetings, or their personal knowledge and expertise to deliver professional session content. Representatives function as judges for the annual Best Practices competition, review nominations and select winners of the Business Information Professional of the Year awards, and network with student members and faculty advisors of Beta Alpha Psi to provide input, counsel and advice regarding careers in the areas of accounting, finance and information systems. Finally, a number of Professional Partner organizations and associations sponsor the many student chapter and faculty advisor awards each year. As a result of the generous support and commitment of the Beta Alpha Psi Professional Partners, Beta Alpha Psi remains the leading organization for students interested in careers in the Business Information field. 2014–2015 Beta Alpha Psi Professional Partners Firms/Corporations Not-for-Profit Organizations Bisk CPA Review BDO USA LLP Becker Professional Education The Carlyle Group Chevron Corporation Deloitte LLP EY Fifth Third Bank Grant Thornton LLP Kaplan CPA Review KPMG LLP McGladrey LLP Moss Adams LLP The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency PwC Protiviti Inc. Robert Half International Roger CPA Review Surgent CPA Review Wiley CPAexcel Accounting & Financial Women’s Alliance American Accounting Association American Institute of CPAs American Woman’s Society of CPAs Association of Government Accountants Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) International Association for Accounting Education & Research (IAAER) GMAC NASBA Center for the Public Trust National Association of Enrolled Agents The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales (ICAEW) The Institute of Internal Auditors 6 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE State Society Organizations Alabama Society of CPAs California Society of CPAs Illinois CPA Society Indiana CPA Society Kansas Society of CPAS Kentucky Society of CPAs New York State Society of CPAs Texas Society of CPAs Washington Society of CPAs GENERAL INFORMATION Meeting Location Wisconsin Center 400 W. Wisconsin Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53203 Phone: 414.908.6000 Registration Hours Wednesday, Aug. 5 5:00–8:00pm Thursday, Aug. 6 7:00am–6:00pm Friday, Aug. 7 7:00am–5:00pm Saturday, Aug. 8 7:00am–1:30pm Exhibit Hours Thursday, Aug. 6 6:00–8:00pm Welcome Reception Friday, Aug. 7 7:00–7:45am Continental Breakfast 10:45–11:15am Refreshment Break Location of Sessions Exhibits are located in the Exhibit Hall C on the Upper Level. Sessions are located in meeting rooms on the First and Second Floors. Refer to the floor plan on page 38 for the exact location of all rooms. Meeting Etiquette Once you enter a session, please remain until a break is announced so that you can exit without making a disturbance. Please ensure that your cell phones are turned off or set to silent mode. Raffle Drawings Exhibitors have the liberty to conduct raffles in their assigned area. Winners will be posted in the individual exhibitor areas and not announced. Prizes that are not claimed will be posted on the BAP Annual Meeting Mobile App and the winner will need to contact the vendor directly for their prize. 8 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE GENERAL INFORMATION Reception A welcome reception will be held Thursday, Aug. 6, from 6:00–8:00pm in the Exhibit Hall. The Exhibit Hall is located in Exhibit Hall C on the Upper Level. Refreshment Breaks Refuel between educational sessions with a beverage, network with members from other chapters, and obtain the answers to all your questions. Check the agenda for refreshment break locations, so you can maximize your networking between sessions. Safety and Security Information The safety and security of attendees is our first priority. Should you have or be aware of an emergency, please be prepared to provide the following information immediately: • Nature of the emergency • Exact location of the emergency In the event of a serious emergency (Fire, Police, Medical), call 911 to report it immediately, and then dial “0” on any house phone to notify staff. The operator answering your call will follow up with the appropriate emergency services agency. It is illegal to call 911 for non-emergency situations. Services Badges: Please wear your badge at all times while attending the meeting. For security purposes, it is strongly advised that you remove your badge when leaving the convention center. Lost and Found: Check with the registration desk. Social Media Enhance your onsite and post-meeting experience and continue networking with your fellow BAP members on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. Twitter: #BAPAM15 Facebook: Facebook.com/BetaAlphaPsiIntl LinkedIn: Beta Alpha Psi BAP.ORG | 9 2015 Beta Alpha Psi Annual Meeting MOBILE APP T«®Ý ùÙ’Ý ÃÊ®½ ÖÖ ®Ý óÝÊÃ! HÙ’Ý ó«ù: Access the event schedule any�me and customize your agenda See all of the exhibitors and sponsors and pinpoint their booth loca�on on the exhibit hall oor plan Get important updates and exci�ng offers See who’s a�ending and share contact informa�on Search the App Store or Google Play now for the Beta Alpha Psi app or scan the QR Code. OÄ ùÊç «ò Ý®¦Ä ®ÄãÊ ã« ÖÖ: Conrm yourself as a registered a�endee by entering the code located on your badge. Please visit the registra�on desk if you need assistance. All proles are set to private. If you would like to share contact informa�on with your fellow a�endees, you will need to go into your prole se�ngs and unclick the “Set Prole to Private” box. Update your prole se�ng with a picture and your contact informa�on. Visit the A�endee Sec�on to see who else is a�ending. KEYNOTE SPEAKERS KIMBERLY ELLISON-TAYLOR Executive Director, Oracle USA Kimberly is an executive director in Oracle’s Global Industry Solutions Group. She is a sought-after speaker and business development executive who works in the cross section of legislation and policies, business drivers and challenges, and the technologies that can reduce overhead costs and improve process effectiveness. In this capacity, Kimberly develops and executes strategies on Cloud, Big Data, Security, Fraud Prevention/Detection, Customer Experience and Modernization. Previously Kimberly served as the Global Practice team leader for Health and Human Services and worked with the teams in Europe, Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific and Latin America. Prior to Oracle, Kimberly’s work experience includes NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Motorola, KPMG, and Prince George’s County, MD, where she served as the chief information technology officer. Her credentials include CPA, an Information Systems Management/Technical Writing undergraduate degree from the University o f Maryland Baltimore County, an MBA from Loyola University and a Master of Science in Information Technology as well as a Chief Information Officer Certificate from Carnegie Mellon University. Kimberly also holds the Chartered Global Management Accountant and Certified Information Systems designations. Kimberly is also a past chair of the Maryland Association of CPAs and has served on many committees including New Young Professional and Tomorrow’s CPA. Currently, Kimberly is a member of the AICPA Board of Directors. She is honored to be the AICPA vice chair nominee for 2015–2016. Kimberly also serves as president of a community service organization — Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. – Anne Arundel County, MD. She is married to her college sweetheart, Darius Taylor Sr., and they have two boys, Darius II and Dominic. 12 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE KEYNOTE SPEAKERS BRIAN SOMMER, MBA Founder and President, Vital Analysis For over 30 years, Brian has been advising the world’s largest firms on strategy, change, process and technology initiatives. Brian assisted over 100 of the Fortune 500 on financial software selections and continues to advise a wide array of high technology firms globally. Brian was a senior partner at Accenture with leadership roles in their Software Intelligence, Human Capital and Finance & Performance Management groups. Brian led global finance & HR shared services projects for companies like Novartis, Tenneco, BOC (British Oxygen Corp.) and others. He was a quality assurance partner on large PeopleSoft projects globally. And, he’s led dozens of ERP software selections at companies like McDonnell Douglas, Alcoa and Boise Cascade. Recently, Brian led a global payroll shared services project for a major home products firm. Brian: • Testified before US Treasury Department’s Pathways Commission re: future of accounting profession • Winner of Software Advice’s 2011 Authority Award – ERP Expert, 12/29/2011 • Winner of a 2014 ERP Writers’ Award • Published over 600 articles on the technology space • Keynoted three times at the American Accounting Association’s Transformative Technologies group as well as the national AICPA conference • Holds the VP-Practice role (volunteer) with the American Accounting Association’s Strategic Enabling Technologies team • Keynoted numerous financial accounting software conferences including events for NetSuite, PeopleSoft, Sage and many more Brian served as a member of the IHRIM.link Advisory Board for several years. He was also a guest editor for this publication and continues to contribute to other IHRIM publications like Workforce Management magazine. Brian was also part of the editorial advisory board for The Review of Accounting Information Systems for several years. Brian covers the Finance, HR, ERP and professional services spaces for ZDNET and Diginomica. He has also written on business value and ROI for prestigious publications like Optimize, Wall Street Journal Europe, etc. Brian is frequently sought after for sensitive ERP-related initiatives including a massive ERP litigation project, antitrust consultation, ERP contract negotiations and consultancy/software vendor alliance assistance. Many of Brian’s more recent clients have included notable technology & consulting firms such as SAP, Intel, Accenture, Workday, Progress Software and Deloitte. Brian is a frequent guest lecturer at major university MBA programs including Harvard Graduate School, Wharton School of Business and Arizona State University. Brian has a Business Bachelor of Arts, Marketing, University of Texas at Austin and a Masters of Business Administration, Finance, University of Texas at Austin. BAP.ORG | 13 SUGGESTED TRACKS SUNDAY FUNCTION PRESIDENT Recommended Session 1 Position Specific 1-09 2-01 Session 2 Session 3 3-01, 3-02, 3-03 or 3-04 Session 4 4-02, 4-03 or 4-04 Session 5 5-01 5-02 (only if 2016 regional host) TREASURER Recommended Session 1 Position Specific 1-09 2-09 Session 2 Session 3 5-07 REPORTER Recommended Session 1 Position Specific 1-09 Session 2 2-08 Session 3 3-01 Session 5 6-05 or 6-07 SMALL CHAPTER Recommended Session 2 2-08 Session 3 3-01 Session 4 4-08 INTERNATIONAL Recommended Session 1 1-06 Session 2 2-07 Session 3 Session 6 3-03 6-01 14 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE SUGGESTED TRACKS SUNDAY FUNCTION FACULTY ADVISOR Recommended New Advisor Workshop Thursday 1-01 Session 1 Session 3 Position Specific 3-01 5-02 (only if 2015 regional host) Session 5 FINANCE STUDENT Recommended Session 2 2-05 Session 4 4-05 Session 5 5-04 BAP.ORG | 15 What attracted me to internal audit is the variety of the field. It affords countless opportunities. Internal audit will continue to change as the business world continues to change. I like the possibilities and growth that comes with that change. Jenee’ Porter, Louisiana State University Graduation Date: December 2015 Internal Audit: Your Best Career Choice A career in internal auditing offers great starting compensation, a diverse working environment, the potential for travel, and many other benefits. Internal auditing could be the perfect career for you. To learn more about this exciting field, including jobs and internship opportunities for student members, visit www.theiia.org/Academic. The IIA @TheIIA 2015-1058 AGENDA Beta Alpha Psi Annual Meeting Wisconsin Center • Milwaukee, WI • Aug. 6–8, 2015 WED/THU FUNCTION WEDNESDAY, AUG. 5 5:00–8:00pm Main Registration Desk Open Location: Wisconsin Center Main Lobby 5:00–5:55pm Project Run With It Registration Desk Open Location: 203-C Foyer 6:00–7:00pm Project Run With It — Sponsored by Moss Adams LLP Opening Session Location: 203-ABC 7:00–11:00pm Please see the Agenda-At-A-Glance section for a detailed schedule and room locations. THURSDAY, AUG. 6 7:00am–6:30pm Registration Desk Open Location: Wisconsin Center Main Lobby 7:00am–4:30pm Project Run With It — Sponsored by Moss Adams LLP 7:30pm–Midnight Please see the Agenda-At-A-Glance section for a detailed schedule and room locations. 7:30–8:45am Continental Breakfast Location: Wisconsin Center Main Lobby 7:30–9:00am New Faculty Advisor Workshop Location: 201-B Presenters: David DeBoskey, San Diego State University Veronda Willis, University of Texas at Tyler All faculty advisors are welcome to attend this workshop, but it is designed for those that are “new” to the role. Basic information about advising a chapter will be provided, including some of the common language of BAP (just what is an ROA?) and providing helpful tips for managing a chapter while holding down a full-time job. Personal video or audio recording (by cell phone, cameras, tape recorders, etc.) of the sessions is strictly prohibited. BAP.ORG | 17 AGENDA SUNDAY THURSDAY 9:00–10:00am FUNCTION FUNCTION Welcome and Community Service Day Location: Ballroom ABC Sponsored by KPMG LLP and KPMG Foundation KPMG will welcome the group and provide instructions concerning Community Service Day activities. 10:00am–2:00pm Community Service Day A collaboration between Beta Alpha Psi, KPMG LLP, KPMG Foundation, First Book, and the United Way of Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha County, this year’s CSD allows us to host our third BAP International Day of Literacy. We will hold Literacy Fairs at four elementary schools, two United Way Agencies and five Boys and Girls Clubs, serving children from low-income families in the Milwaukee area. This exceptional opportunity will allow you to engage directly with the children in a variety of fun activities and provide a child a new book to take home. 4:30–6:00pm 1. Opening Plenary Session Location: Ballroom ABC Speakers: Kevin D. Stocks, President, BAP Jan Taylor Morris, Past President, BAP Shawn Harter, President-Elect, BAP This will be an interactive session focused on networking and professionalism. Discussions of various scenarios will be led by the leadership group of BAP. Awards Recognized: • Ethics Awards, sponsored by Grant Thornton LLP • Faculty Advisors of the Year, sponsored by McGladrey LLP • Gold Challenge, sponsored by KPMG LLP and the KPMG Foundation • Outstanding Dean Award • Bernard J. Milano/KPMG Lifetime Service Award Note: All BIPOYs will be presented during the Friday afternoon luncheon. 6:00–8:00pm Welcome Reception & Exhibits Location: Exhibit Hall C Visit the exhibits to network, collect information of interest and to enter raffles for prize drawings. 18 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE AGENDA SUNDAY FRIDAY FUNCTION FUNCTION FRIDAY, AUG. 7 7:00am–5:00pm Registration Desk Open Location: Wisconsin Center Main Lobby 7:00–7:45am Breakfast & Exhibits Location: Exhibit Hall C 8:00–9:15am 2. Plenary Session Location: Ballroom ABC Speaker: Kimberly Ellison-Taylor, Executive Director, Oracle USA The Future is Yours … But, what does that really mean? In summary, it means you have many career options across industries — partner, CFO, senior vice president or dean. Or from an industry perspective — health care, financial services, manufacturing or the public sector. These are just a few of the options available to you. Plan your dream career and the sky is the limit!! In this session, Kimberly will discuss how to maximize opportunities as well as lessons learned. 9:30–10:45am Concurrent Sessions I 1-01. BAP Board Session: Faculty Exchange: Board of Directors, Chapter Advocates, and BAP Professional Partners with Faculty Advisors Location: 102-D Moderator: Shawn Harter, President-Elect, Fifth Third Bank Faculty Advisors, BAP Board Members, Chapter Advocates, and Professional Partners share ideas for BAP’s future and discuss current issues. 1-02. Project Run With It Location: 102-A Case A: Meta House Moderator: Cassy Henderson, Sam Houston State University Judges: Steve Carlson, University of North Dakota Bill Gollmar, Meta House Amy Sutherland, Moss Adams LLP Students will present their proposals for a front-end budgeting system. 1-03. Project Run With It Location: 101-A Case B: Sojourner Family Peace Center Moderator: Sheri Henson, Western Kentucky University Judges: Sarah Bee, Seattle University Carmen Pitre, Sojourner Family Peace Center Jack Leff, Sojourner Family Peace Center Maren DeGroot, Sojourner Family Peace Center Melissa Harman, Moss Adams LLP Students will present their proposals dealing with how to effectively provide the cost of domestic violence to forprofit businesses to CFOs and CEOs in a manner they can understand. BAP.ORG | 19 AGENDA SUNDAY FRIDAY FUNCTION FUNCTION 1-04. Project Run With It Location: 102-B Case C: Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC) Moderator: Cheryl Westen, Western Illinois University Judges: Ann Stott, Bowling Green State University Jon Gaines, WWBIC Jolynn Palmbach, WWBIC Sarah Schreiber, WWBIC Corinne Baughman, Moss Adams LLP Students will present their proposals for effective client satisfaction surveys including but not limited to survey questions, statistical determination of clients to be surveyed, and creative methods to obtain the information. 1-05. How to Successfully Master the CPA Exam Location: 103-C Presenter: Denise Probert, Kaplan CPA Review Valerie Wendt, Surgent CPA Review Come learn some tips to successfully master the CPA exam and achieve a passing score the first time. This session will also include some insight into the exam itself. 1-06. Professional Etiquette for the Global Society Location: 103-B Presenter: Maunda Land, The Institute of Internal Auditors Paul Wiese, Roger CPA Review Business etiquette is an integral part of different countries’ and regions’ business cultures. Knowledge of these customs and etiquette is a necessity for today’s professional. Come join Maunda Land and Paul Wiese for an interactive and engaging discussion that will help you thrive in the global society. 1-07. Being Excellent at Transitions: Personally and Professionally Location: 103-D Presenter: Stephanie Polon, BDO USA LLP You will face transitions at some point in your life — starting a new job, moving, changing companies, getting married, changing roles. Come to this session for a collaborative conversation about tips to achieve excellence at any level and at any point of your life, both personally and professionally. 20 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE AGENDA SUNDAY FRIDAY FUNCTION 1-08. Communication Hunger Games: How Nonverbal Communication Creates Trust and Deception Location: 101-B Presenter: Michelle MacBain, Kansas Society of CPAs “No mortal can keep a secret. If his lips are silent, he chatters with his fingertips; betrayal oozes out of him at every pore.” – Sigmund Freud Nonverbal cues contribute to positive impressions, rapport and trust. But these same cues can also be used to deceive. In this interactive session, learn how nonverbal communication can influence how we perceive others — or how others perceive us — as friend or foe. 1-09. Officer Workshop (Leadership) Location: 102-C Moderator: Kelly Noe, Stephen F. Austin State University Presenters: California State University – Fullerton Oregon State University Texas State University – San Marcos University of Arkansas University of Massachusetts – Amherst University of Oregon The average tenure for chapter officers is about two semesters. How can you be an effective leader in such a short time? Experienced chapter officers share their advice for chapter presidents, reporters and treasurers in this must-attend session for chapter officers. 1-10. From Assurance Staff to Consulting Partner — My Journey as a CPA Location: 101-C Presenter: John Behringer, McGladrey LLP John is a risk advisory partner with McGladrey LLP and leads the Financial Institutions Practice for McGladrey’s Great Lakes Region. John began his career in assurance with a Big Six firm and will walk through the various opportunities he seized during his career that led him from a traditional assurance career path to a leadership role in the dynamic consulting practice at McGladrey LLP. He will share his experience and how he moved his career beyond the traditional assurance and tax roles. 10:45–11:15am Refreshment Break & Exhibits Location: Exhibit Hall C BAP.ORG | 21 AGENDA SUNDAY FRIDAY 11:15am–12:30pm FUNCTION FUNCTION Concurrent Sessions II 2-01. BAP Board Session: Board of Directors, Chapter Advocates and BAP Professional Partners with Chapter Presidents Location: 102-D Moderator: Shawn Harter, President-Elect, Fifth Third Bank Chapter Presidents meet with BAP Board members and Professional Partners to share ideas for BAP’s future and discuss other relevant issues. 2-02. Project Run With It – Pt. 2 (Continuation from 1-02) Location: 102-A 2-03. Project Run With It – Pt. 2 (Continuation from 1-03) Location: 101-A 2-04. Project Run With It – Pt. 2 (Continuation from 1-04) Location: 102-B 2-05. 2015 Accounting and Finance Hiring and Compensation Outlook Location: 101-B Presenter: Andy Decker, Robert Half International This is a great time for those starting out in accounting and finance, it’s a competitive market, but there is a high demand in this area. What skills and positions are in greatest demand? What can you expect in terms of salary? This presentation will cover all these questions, plus how to negotiate a salary and the hiring outlook in corporate accounting and finance, public accounting and financial services. 22 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE AGENDA SUNDAY FRIDAY FUNCTION FUNCTION 2-06. What Makes a Great Leader? Location: 103-B Presenters: Martin Martinoff, AuditFutures/ICAEW Richard Spencer, Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) Guest Speaker: Erica O’Malley, Partner and National Diversity and Inclusion Leader, Grant Thornton Are you ready to take a leading role? The 21st century is demanding a new approach to leadership both for the profession and for the future CFO and company CEO. This interactive session will challenge your assumptions and share thought-provoking insights about the future of the profession. How do we step outside the comfortable predictability of yesterday and the realities of today, to prepare for the unknown possibilities of tomorrow? How do leaders dare to be different, take courageous leaps and inspire others? Erica O’Malley is the 2006 winner of the Women to Watch Award, which is a joint honor presented by the AICPA and the Illinois CPA Society that recognizes women who have made significant contributions to the accounting profession and demonstrate leadership ability in the profession. 2-07. International Accounting Education Standards Location: 103-D Presenter: Keryn Chalmers, International Association for Accounting Education and Research The International Accounting Education Standards Board (IAESB) exists, in the public interest, to raise the level of confidence and trust of stakeholders in the work of professional accountants. Recognizing the trend toward global convergence and the increasing mobility of professional accountants, the IAESB strives to achieve its higher purpose through the provision, promotion and harmonization of accounting education standards. What are these standards? How are they improving the quality of professional accounting education and the development of the accountancy profession worldwide? BAP.ORG | 23 AGENDA SUNDAY FRIDAY FUNCTION FUNCTION 2-08. Innovative Recruiting of Members Location: 102-C Moderator: Simon Petravick, Bradley University Presenters: Appalachian State University Elon University James Madison University Middle Tennessee State University University of San Diego University of South Florida Does your chapter struggle to expand its membership, let alone replace graduating members? Perhaps you haven’t established and communicated your chapter “brand” effectively. Chapters will share ideas on attracting candidates in this session. Come see what has worked for others. 2-09. Fundraising Strategies Location: 103-C Moderator: Pearl Rozenberg, The University of Sydney Presenters: California State University – Los Angeles Eastern Michigan University Missouri State University University of Missouri – Kansas City University of Southern Indiana Generating funds to provide for an active chapter can be challenging. Chapters will present ideas about what has worked for their chapters, from auctions to sporting activities. 2-10. Sustainable Leadership: The Career and Business Value for Leading with Ethics Location: 101-C Presenters: Alfonso Alexander, NASBA Ryan Hirsch, NASBA This workshop covers how new professionals create a competitive advantage by making the best ethical decisions. Sustainable Leadership enables professionals to make decisions with confidence. This interactive, fast-passed session shows participants how they can start and grow in their careers. By understanding the concepts around making the best decisions considering both positive and negative consequences, participants in this session will be able to start their careers focused on making decisions that will last and can be supported by the people they work with and lead. 24 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE AGENDA SUNDAY FRIDAY 12:30–1:45pm FUNCTION FUNCTION Lunch and Awards Location: Ballroom ABC Awards Recognized: • Business Information Professional of the Year – Education, sponsored by IMA • Business Information Professional of the Year – Industry and Government, sponsored by IMA • Business Information Professional of the Year – Professional Services, sponsored by IMA • Inclusive Leadership Award, sponsored by EY • Medal of Inspiration, sponsored by the AICPA 2:00–3:15pm Concurrent Sessions III 3-01. BAP Board Session: Program of Chapter Activities and Reporting Intranet Location: 102-D Presenters: Linda Schain, Chapter Advocate Lisa Wicker, BAP Manager – Chapter Services This session is strongly recommended for all chapter reporters and faculty advisors. The session will cover activating your officer login accounts, online activity reporting, student hours verification report, and paying for membership dues and chapter maintenance fees via credit cards. 3-02. Best Practices: Financial Literacy Location: 101-B Judges: Paige Sacks – Lead Judge, EY Tony Fuller, Grant Thornton Sonya Guthrie, AICPA Maunda Land, IIA Denise Probert, Kaplan Jodi Ryan, IMA Paul Wiese, Roger CPA Review Competitors: Bradley University Middle Tennessee State University Pacific Lutheran University San Diego State University Southeast Missouri State University Texas State University – San Marcos University of Buffalo University of Wyoming There is a great need in the general community for a better understanding of financial issues and practices. This need also exists with regard to the students at our colleges and universities. Beta Alpha Psi members have an opportunity to provide assistance to their peers at their own school to help understand the financial ramifications of decisions they make while at school. Identify and describe one or two efforts made by the chapter this year to assist students at your school address the financial challenges they face. BAP.ORG | 25 AGENDA SUNDAY FRIDAY FUNCTION FUNCTION 3-03. Best Practices: International Impact Location: 102-C Judges: Alex Miller – Lead Judge, AWSCPA Andy Decker, Robert Half International Mike Duffy, Wiley CPAexcel Scott McQuillan, Deloitte Stacy Ray, Becker Ray Ruiz, KPMG Valerie Wendt, Surgent CPA Review Competitors: North Carolina A&T State University Sam Houston State University Stonehill College University of Iowa University of Southern California University of Washington Utah State University The University of Sydney – Australia Western Illinois University The world in which we live today is very small, and very connected. Understanding the customs and practices of those living in different parts of the world is important to the education of every BAP member. What has your chapter done in the past year or two to bring a global perspective to your members? 3-04. Best Practices: Effective Operations Location: 103-C Judges: Stephanie Polon – Lead Judge, BDO Alfonso Alexander, NASBA Rebecca Mahler, AICPA Kim McLaughlin, McGladrey Nick Milazzo, Fifth Third Bank Silke Olsen, Moss Adams Casey Jo Robertson, Protiviti Competitors: California State Polytechnic University – Pomona Gonzaga University Grand Valley State University Missouri State University Pace University University of Central Arkansas University of Denver University of South Florida Every chapter should have a strategic mission/vision to focus the efforts of the chapter. For effective day-to-day operations, a chapter should have a well-developed set of policies and procedures. These should address issues such as the role and responsibility of each chapter officer as well as the Faculty Advisor, timelines for decisions and reporting, the selection of speaker and activities, the process for recruiting and retaining members, the process for tracking the level of member involvement, the collection and distribution of funds, and many other operating activities of the chapter. Your presentation should describe what you have done this year to establish or improve your operating procedures. 26 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE AGENDA SUNDAY FRIDAY FUNCTION FUNCTION 3-05. Setting Goals and Achieving Success Location: 102-B Presenter: Roger Philipp, Roger CPA Review What is your one-year, five-year or 10-year plan? This can be one of the most intimidating questions when in an interview or networking opportunity, but it doesn’t have to be! Learn how to build a stronger work ethic, enhance your time management skills and gain a better understanding of how to capitalize on your true potential. Listen and interact with Roger as he shares his personal experiences on how to set the best goals for both your career and personal life in order to maximize success. 3-06. Developing the Future Location: 101-C Presenter: Kenneth Witt, AICPA Leading companies today are looking for more than just financial accounting, reporting and tax skills from their finance and accounting functions. To be successful in our fast-paced global environment, they need analysis, insight and information that will help them with decision-making, developing strategy and managing risk. Attend this session to learn about the skills you will need to drive performance and incorporate risk management and sustainability into the business model and reporting. 3-07. Keeping the Chapter Active Location: 103-D Moderator: Leon Corte, University of South Dakota Presenters: Georgia Southern University Kent State University Marquette University The University of Southern Mississippi Valdosta State University Have you ever wondered how to retain those enthusiastic candidates following their initiation and fall recruiting? Chapters share their strategies for keeping them coming back for more! 3-08. Giving Back to the Community Location: 103-B Moderator: Pat Poli, Fairfield University Presenters: Ohio University University of Akron The University of Alabama University of Louisiana at Lafayette University of Southern California University of Nevada – Las Vegas Service and giving back to the community (university, general community, accounting community, etc.) has always been the backbone of Beta Alpha Psi since we began in 1919. This session shares how chapters engage the community and “give back.” This session will delve into not only service but how your chapter can enhance education, service, member opportunities, etc. BAP.ORG | 27 AGENDA SUNDAY FRIDAY FUNCTION FUNCTION 3-09. Conversation with Students Location: 101-A Presenter: Alex Johnson, BAP Alumni Representative Jay Knight, BAP Alumni Representative This session will be a Q&A panel with Alumni Representatives on the transition from Student to Professional, strategies for success, and any other topics student attendees wish to discuss. 3:15–3:30pm Refreshment Break Location: Wisconsin Center Main Lobby 3:30–4:45pm Concurrent Sessions IV 4-01. Like, Follow, Favorite, Share: Building a Stronger Online Presence Location: 101-A Presenter: Samantha Simunyu, BAP Associate Manager – Marketing Social media is a powerful tool for communication personally, professionally, and for an organization. This session will explore ways to maximize your content through knowing your audience, and will touch on best strategies for social media that are relevant to chapters and individuals. 4-02. Best Practices: Financial Literacy (Continuation from 3-02) Location: 101-B 4-03. Best Practices: International Impact (Continuation from 3-03) Location: 102-C 4-04. Best Practices: Effective Operations (Continuation from 3-04) Location: 103-C 4-05. The CFA – What It Is and Why It Is a Powerful Combination with My CPA Location: 101-C Presenter: Michael Mullen, Stonehill College The Chartered Financial Analyst credential has become the most respected and recognized investment finance designation in the world. The CPA + CFA can represent a powerful career platform for those interested more in the field of investment finance and money management. Join us for a discussion about the CFA program and how it relates to other certifications in finance. 28 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE AGENDA SUNDAY FRIDAY FUNCTION FUNCTION 4-06. Social Media’s Role in Your Chapter Location: 102-D Moderator: Mary Keener, University of Texas Presenters: Salisbury University Syracuse University University of Central Florida University of Iowa University of Nebraska – Lincoln University of South Carolina Social media can certainly be a powerful tool to reach out to your members, alumni, faculty, interested future members, and more. This session showcases how social media can enhance your chapter’s communication and creativity. Attend this session to learn how to effectively use a variety of different social media types. 4-07. Essential Skills Location: 103-B Moderator: Jacklyn Collins, University of Miami Presenters: Idaho State University Sam Houston State University Seattle University Southeastern Louisiana University Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville University of Utah Many students seek to obtain internships and full-time job opportunities through Beta Alpha Psi, but once they have the job, they must develop their “essential skills” in order to succeed professionally. Beginning last year, each award-seeking chapter was required to hold at least one professional session on one of the following topics: business writing skills, facilitation skills, managing distractions, ethical decision-making skills, negotiation skills, conflict management, or change management. Come see what these chapters did to meet this requirement. 4-08. How to Grow Your Small Chapter Location: 103-D Moderator: Brian Spilker, Brigham Young University Presenters: Morgan State University San Diego State University Stephen F. Austin State University University of Cincinnati University of Northern Colorado University of Southern California Small chapters face unique challenges. Want to visit with others who understand your situation? Come hear how these small chapters do it. BAP.ORG | 29 AGENDA FRIDAY SUNDAY FUNCTION FUNCTION 4-09. Fraud in the 3rd Degree Location: 102-B Presenters: Ron Cote, Grant Thornton This presentation will be a discussion about non-traditional accounting services, specifically forensics and disputes. Career paths will be described that encompass fraud investigation, litigation support, arbitration, and compliance remediation. Hard and soft skill sets needed to succeed within such service offerings will be outlined. Finally, war stories recounting real cases of theft, financial manipulation, lost profits, buyer-seller disputes and Fortune 500 companies paying out restitution in the hundreds of millions of dollars will be shared, with the challenges of each and the ultimate outcomes detailed. 4-10. Does Company Culture Really Matter? Location: 102-A Presenter: Andy Kaestle, EY While searching for a job, what should you be looking for in a company? The one paying the most? The one closest to your apartment? The one your best friend works at? In today’s economic environment, financial professionals are in high demand, and you are going to want to know how to find a place that is going to allow you to grow, develop and gain dynamic experiences. Come learn why company culture is so important at this stage of your career and how you can assess potential employers to find the very best place for you to thrive. 7:00–10:00pm Milwaukee Brewers vs. St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game Bus transportation will be provided to those who purchased their tickets through Beta Alpha Psi. Buses will depart at 6:15pm from the Wisconsin Center (4th and Wells Entrance). 30 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE AGENDA SUNDAY SATURDAY FUNCTION SATURDAY, AUG. 8 7:00am–1:30pm Registration Desk Open Location: Wisconsin Center Main Lobby 7:00–7:45am Continental Breakfast Location: Wisconsin Center Main Lobby 8:00–9:30am 3. Plenary Session Location: Ballroom ABC Speaker: Brian Sommer, President, Vital Analysis Accounting in the (Rapidly Approaching) Digital Age Accounting has undergone relatively smooth, constant change in the 500-odd years since Luca Pacioli codified it. In contrast, technology moves ever more rapidly and it often creates dramatic/ traumatic change – the kind of change that radically upends existing businesses. As firms are becoming more digital, assets are becoming more ephemeral, datasets bigger, and, more data coming from outside the organization, the implications on accounting are becoming clearer, bigger and more transformative. Listen in as technology industry analyst Brian Sommer shares with us a view into the changes about to impact and transform accounting. Hint: change is NOT an option. Awards Recognized: • Most Improved Chapter • Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, sponsored by the IRS 9:45–11:00am Concurrent Sessions V 5-01. BAP Board Session: Chapter Advocates, BAP Professional Partner Liaisons and 2016 Regional Meeting Host Chapters Location: 102-D Moderators: Janice Klimek, Chapter Advocate Mehmet Kocakulah, Chapter Advocate Mandatory meeting for chapters hosting a 2016 Regional Meeting, Chapter Advocates,and Professional Partners liaisons to begin the planning process, share ideas, and learn more about their responsibilities. 5-02. The Life of an Expat Location: 101-A Presenter: Whit Parker, Chevron Corporation Hear first-hand what life is like living and working away from the U.S. Whit will share his experiences leading up to and on three expatriate assignments while working for Chevron. He will also share helpful tips to plan for a career that involves working overseas. BAP.ORG | 31 AGENDA SUNDAY SATURDAY FUNCTION FUNCTION 5-03. Creative Networking Location: 103-D Presenter: Scott McQuillan, Deloitte Paige Sacks, EY Networking is considered one of the personal skills essential to good leadership and career advancement. Everyone tells you to network, but how do you do it? Learn what networking means and why it is important. This will be an interactive session about developing the habits of a successful networker. Listen to personal stories and learn how networking skills can make difference in your career. This discussion lays the groundwork for taking the right steps, so your network develops while you gain confidence in the process. Sometimes, it really is not what you know, but who you know. 5-04. Careers in Finance Location: 102-B Presenter: Nick Milazzo, Fifth Third Bank A career in finance is about being an important part of a company and leading that company to financial growth and success. There are countless opportunities and avenues depending on an individual’s strengths and interests on what that career looks like. During this session, we will discuss many of the different opportunities available to someone with a finance or accounting degree. 5-05. Chapter Operations “Potpourri” Location: 102-C Moderator: Leslie Eldenburg, University of Arizona Presenters: Auburn University Murray State University New Mexico State University University at Buffalo Utah State This session contains a smorgasbord of topics, ranging from chapter sponsorship to VITA. Come hear what these chapters have been up to. 32 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE AGENDA SUNDAY SATURDAY FUNCTION 5-06. Giving Back to the Community Location: 103-C Moderator: Mark Reid, University of New Orleans Presenters: Florida International University Oakland University – Michigan University of Hawaii – Manoa University of Miami University of North Carolina at Charlotte Western Washington University Service and giving back to the community (university, general community, accounting community, etc.) have always been the backbone of Beta Alpha Psi since we began in 1919. This session shares how chapters engage the community and “give back.” This session will delve into not only service but how your chapter can enhance education, service, member opportunities, etc. 5-07. Fundraising Strategies Location: 101-B Moderator: Eddie Metrejean, Georgia Southern University Presenters: Bentley University Boise State University Louisiana State University University of Mississippi University of Wisconsin – Madison Generating funds to provide for an active chapter can be challenging. Chapters will present ideas about what has worked for their chapters, from auctions to sporting activities. 5-08. Ph.D. Panel Location: 103-B Presenters: Jan Taylor Morris, Past President, Sam Houston State University Emily Griffith, University of Wisconsin – Madison Cassy Henderson, Sam Houston State University Alex Miller, American Woman’s Society of CPAs Blane Ruschak, KPMG Have you ever thought you could do a fantastic job teaching intermediate accounting or principles of finance? Or, maybe more realistically, you were or are currently being motivated, mentored, encouraged, or otherwise helped to succeed by a wonderful professor — and have thought being a professor would be a great career one day. If so, this session is for you. Come hear from recent graduates of Ph.D. programs, from those who have been in an academic career for many years, and from a few of our Professional Partners as we discuss the option “to Ph.D. or not to Ph.D.” BAP.ORG | 33 AGENDA SUNDAY SATURDAY FUNCTION FUNCTION 5-09. Getting the Most Out of Your VITA Program Location: 101-C Presenter: Rawline Tate, IRS Workshop to discuss Traditional, Facilitated Self-Assistance, Virtual, and 1040NR VITA Programs. The workshop will also encourage chapters to utilize SIDN and report program activity to IRS at the end of filing season. 11:00–11:15am Refreshment Break Location: Wisconsin Center Main Lobby 11:15am–12:30pm Concurrent Sessions VI 6-01. Non-U.S. Chapter Meeting Location: 102-A Moderators: Rita Grant, Incoming Director of Global Activities Pearl Rozenberg, University of Sydney Faculty Advisors and officers are invited to attend this session to learn how to make BAP work outside the U.S. as well as discover future plans for international expansion. Contribute to the conversation as the group discusses international challenges and opportunities. 6-02. Careers in Tax: A Glimpse into Not-For-Profits! Location: 101-B Presenter: Angie Fidler, Moss Adams Arts. Education. Hospitals. Museums. What do all of these have in common? They are nonprofit organizations with tax exemption from the IRS. Nonprofit does not mean they don’t make a profit. Harvard. WikiLeaks. Smithsonian. The New York City Ballet. NPR. All famous nonprofits that make an impact in our lives. What is a career as a nonprofit tax accountant like? We will talk inspirational stories and technical skills. You will feel ready to take on the world, one Form 990 at a time. 6-03. Owning Your Own Business, From Franchiser to Sole Proprietor Location: 102-B Presenter: Michael Duffy, Wiley CPAexcel Mike Duffy, CPA, has worked in the field of public accounting, corporate accounting as a controller, designer of exam preparation programs, has been involved in the development of a franchise and as an investor and in a number of entrepreneurial ventures. Each has had their own risk, rewards and pitfalls. See how your accounting career fits with different business models, and determine your entrepreneurial spirit. 34 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE AGENDA SUNDAY SATURDAY FUNCTION 6-04. Social Media for Professionals Location: 101-A Presenter: Stacy Ray, Becker Professional Education Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram — you use them every day. But social media isn’t just for fun. Today, it is an integral way to connect with other business professionals and potential employers. Proper use of social media can have a real impact on future career success. This will be an interactive session on the dos and don’ts of social media. Listen to personal stories and learn how the way that you present yourself on social media can make a difference in your career. 6-05. Keeping the Chapter Active Location: 102-C Moderator: Eddie Nabors, University of Alabama at Birmingham Presenters: Bradley University Gonzaga University University of Denver University of Kentucky University of North Texas University of Oregon Have you ever wondered how to retain those enthusiastic candidates following their initiation and fall recruiting? Chapters share their strategies for keeping them coming back for more! 6-06. Giving Back to the Community Location: 103-C Moderator: Tom Whalen, Suffolk University Presenters: Creighton University North Carolina A&T State University The University of Sydney – Australia Washington State University – Vancouver Western Carolina University Service and giving back to the community (university, general community, accounting community, etc.) has always been the backbone of Beta Alpha Psi since we began in 1919. This session shares how chapters engage the community and “give back.” This session will delve into not only service but how your chapter can enhance education, service, member opportunities, etc. 6-07. BAP Board Session: Program of Chapter Activities and Reporting Intranet Location: 102-D Presenters: Raymond Elson, Chapter Advocate Lisa Wicker, BAP Manager – Chapter Services Review of the 2015–16 PCA and the Reporting Intranet, this session will briefly cover navigating the Reporting Intranet. This is a must-attend for new and experienced FAs and student officers. BAP.ORG | 35 AGENDA SATURDAY SUNDAY FUNCTION 6-08. The CPA Exam Is Changing — What Does It Mean for You? Location: 103-D Presenter: Liz Kolar, Surgent CPA Review You may have heard the news — the CPA exam will be changing! Changes to the CPA exam always cause exam candidates to be even more anxious about taking this important exam. Come get some insight into what the changes will be and what that means for you — the CPA Exam candidate. You may discover that it will be even more important for you to take the exam sooner rather than later! 6-09. Shades of Gray Location: 103-B Presenter: Blane Ruschak, KPMG Shades of Gray is a series of ethical scenarios that are used to encourage participants to consider the impact of their decisions on others. Organized as a group game activity, the scenarios are designed to also help participants recognize ethical issues and measure their ethical influence on a group. The Shades of Gray activities are accompanied by a presentation that highlights the obstacles individuals face when assessing the risks that accompany decisions with ethical dimensions while peer pressure may exist. What would you do if your supervisor suddenly asked you to … ? Come find out! 6-10. Goal Setting Location: 101-C Presenter: Casey Jo Robertson, Protiviti Inc. Throughout your college career and into your professional life, either as an intern or full-time employee, you will succeed by setting and achieving goals. Chances are, you have already begun this exercise in the hard work you put into your academics and other pursuits. During your remaining years of college, as you transition to the professional world, it is important to continue to apply this practice. During this session, we will work together to build and develop strategies that work to help you accomplish goals throughout your career. 12:45–1:15pm 4. Final Awards Presentation and Closing Location: Ballroom ABC Awards Recognized: • Superior Chapters, sponsored by KPMG LLP and the KPMG Foundation • Project Run With It, sponsored by Moss Adams LLP • Best Practices, sponsored by Deloitte LLP • President’s Award 1:15pm Conference Adjourns 36 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE FLOOR PLAN Wisconsin Center First Floor Wisconsin Center Second Floor Wisconsin Center Third Floor 38 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE EXHIBITOR DIRECTORY ACCOUNTING @ SYRACUSE BOOTH 309 Designed for professionals looking to advance within or transition to a career in the field of accounting, Accounting@Syracuse is a master of science in professional accounting delivered online by the Syracuse University Martin J. Whitman School of Management. The program blends live online classes, dynamic multimedia coursework, and highly collaborative social interactions with peers and faculty to deliver a learning experience that is on par with Whitman’s renowned on-campus program. 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Contact for additional information: Leona Johnson NASBA 150 Fourth Ave. Nashville, TN 37219 Phone: 615.880.4200 Email: [email protected] Website: nasba.org NC STATE MASTERS OF ACCOUNTING BOOTH 311 Our full- or part-time program is designed to prepare students to meet the challenges and expectations of professional accounting and business careers in today’s marketplace. Faculty bring real-world experience to the program, combining rigorous technical training with general business topics and a foundation in professional skills. Excellent job placement. Contact for additional information: Michael Graham NC State MAC Program 2801 Founders Drive Raleigh, NC 27695 Phone: 919.515.0223 Email: [email protected] Website: poole.ncsu.edu/mac 44 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE EXHIBITOR DIRECTORY OHIO NORTHERN UNIVERSITY BOOTH 106 Ohio Northern University offers distinctive, highly specialized education in forensic accounting and audit services or taxation. The program is offered in a blended format; participants spend two-and-a-half days on campus twice per semester interacting with classmates, professors and professionals. The remaining coursework is completed online. Students can complete the program in just one year as a full-time student or in two years as a part-time student. Contact for additional information: Anita Morgan Ohio Northern University Dicke College of Business 525 S Main St. Ada, OH 45810 Phone: 419.772.4210 Email: [email protected] Website: onu.edu/mppa OHIO STATE (FISHER) MASTER OF ACCOUNTING BOOTH 313 In nine months, you can move from your undergrad degree to holding your master of accounting (MAcc) from Fisher and being ready to sit for the CPA exam. What’s more — roughly 75% of your MAcc curriculum can be tailored to your own unique interests. All majors are welcome for consideration. Contact for additional information: Rebecca Zurek The Ohio State University-Fisher College of Business 100 Gerlach Hall 2108 Neil Ave. Columbus, OH 43210 Phone: 614.292.1453 Fax: 614.292.9006 Email: [email protected] Website: fisher.osu.edu/macc PENN STATE UNIVERSITY BOOTH 122 In just one year, gain the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the demands of the accounting profession with a one-year master of accounting (MAcc) degree from Penn State’s Smeal College of Business. Designed for high-potential baccalaureate degree holders, the program offers CPA preparation and expanded career opportunities. Contact for additional information: Scott Collins Penn State University 354 Business Building The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA 16802 Phone: 814.865.1529 Email: [email protected] Website: smeal.psu.edu/macc/one-year BAP.ORG | 45 EXHIBITOR DIRECTORY PWC BOOTH 315 STYLUS PEN SPONSOR PwC is a leading global network of professional services firms delivering audit and assurance, tax and consulting services in 157 countries with more than 200,000 people. Recognized as one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For, from 2005–2015, PwC is also #2 on DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity. Contact for additional information: Mark Bruno PwC 300 Madison Ave. New York, NY 10017 Phone: 646.471.3000 Email: [email protected] Website: pwc.com QUINNIPIAC G.A.M.E. FORUM BOOTH 319 Join us in NYC for the Quinnipiac G.A.M.E. VI Forum March 31–April 2, 2016. Last year, G.A.M.E. brought together an international group of more than 1,200 participants from 140 colleges and universities. This innovative investment conference is extremely beneficial for students planning a career within the financial services industry. Contact for additional information: David Sauer Quinnipiac G.A.M.E. Forum 275 Mount Carmel Ave. Hamden, CT 06518 Phone: 203.582.3888 Email: [email protected] Website: qgame.quinnipiac.edu ROGER CPA REVIEW BOOTH 314 Roger CPA Review is dedicated to helping students successfully prepare for the CPA exam with the industry’s most efficient, effective and enjoyable eLearning system. With a core belief that the key to success is enjoying what you do, each learning tool has been designed with special care to foster a study process that simultaneously delivers results and enjoyment. Contact for additional information: Paul Wiese Roger CPA Review 2261 Market St. #333 San Francisco, CA 94103 Phone: 415.346.4272 Email: [email protected] Website: rogercpareview.com 46 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE EXHIBITOR DIRECTORY SURGENT CPA REVIEW BOOTH 222 PADFOLIO SPONSOR Surgent CPA Review offers a unique adaptive learning platform that helps you reduce study time and pass the first time. Our targeted teaching approach uses short, concise and integrated lectures to help you stay focused and improve understanding. Choose the fastest-growing CPA review in the nation to help you pass the CPA exam! Contact for additional information: Valerie Wendt Surgent CPA Review 237 Lancaster Ave. Devon, PA 19333 Phone: 800.778.7436, Ext.403 Email: [email protected] Website: surgent.com/cpareview THOMSON REUTERS – CHECKPOINT LEARNING CPA REVIEW BOOTH 215 BRIGHTBOX SPONSOR CHECKPOINT LEARNING CPA REVIEW (formerly Bisk CPA Review) will help you pass the CPA exam the first time you sit! We have a remarkable record of helping CPA candidates pass the CPA exam. Price starts at $1,899 for the full set, 44% lower than Becker! Contact for additional information: Lindsy Jeanis Thomson Reuters-Checkpoint Learning CPA Review 2395 Midway Road A1N.501 Trade Show Carrollton, TX 75006 Phone: 800.874.0540 Email: [email protected] Website: cpaexam.com/BAP UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT MSA BOOTH 108 UConn’s online, AACSB-accredited, MS in Accounting Program has created a dynamic community that supports the needs of accounting professionals. The program received a thirdplace ranking by US News & World Report in 2015 and two best online teaching practices awards from the United States Distance Learning Association. Contact for additional information: Margaret Sweeney University of Connecticut MSA 2100 Hillside Road, Unit 1041 Storrs, CT 06269 Phone: 860.486.3860 Fax: 860.486.4838 Email: [email protected] Website: msaccounting.business.uconn.edu BAP.ORG | 47 EXHIBITOR DIRECTORY UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME, MENDOZA COLLEGE OF BUSINESS BOOTH 112 The University of Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business offers you an M.S. in Accountancy program that is ranked fourth in the nation. This 30-credit-hour, one-year graduate program reinforces ethical decision-making in two specialization tracks: Financial Reporting/Assurance Services and Tax Services. The comprehensive curriculum offers MBA electives, a studyabroad opportunity and corporate live cases. Contact for additional information: Helen High University of Notre Dame-Mendoza College of Business 276 Mendoza College of Business Notre Dame, IN 46556 Phone: 800.631.8488 Email: [email protected] Website: msa.nd.edu UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO BOOTH 118 The Master of Science in Accountancy (MACC) and Master of Science in Taxation (MTAX) degree programs are 30-unit programs designed to serve both undergraduate accounting students beyond the Bachelor of Accountancy, as well as graduate level continuing education in order to provide accountants the skills needed in mid-to-upper-level accounting and taxation positions. Contact for additional information: Mark Judd University of San Diego School of Business Building San Diego, CA 92110 Phone: 619.260.2975 Email: [email protected] Website: sandiego.edu/accountancy UNIVERSITY OF UTAH BOOTH 120 We are the flagship university in the state of Utah. Our undergraduate accounting and master’s of accounting programs continue to grow as we develop multiple areas of emphasis such as financial accounting research, taxation and accounting information systems. Our students are highly sought after, and our program boasts higher than a 95% placement rating over the last ten years. Contact for additional information: Megan Ludlow University of Utah 1655 E. Campus Center Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84112 Phone: 801.587.8298 Email: [email protected] Website: business.utah.edu/soa 48 | ANNUAL MEETING GUIDE EXHIBITOR DIRECTORY UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA, MCINTIRE SCHOOL OF COMMERCE BOOTH 110 The University of Virginia’s McIntire School of Commerce offers a 30-credit M.S. in accounting degree over nine months. The program helps students sharpen the analytical and technical skills they need to excel in the field of accounting and features a dynamic curriculum that requires students to tackle real-world case scenarios. Choose between Financial Reporting & Assurance or Tax Consulting. Contact for additional information: Emma Candelier University of Virginia-McIntire School of Commerce PO Box 400173 Charlottesville, VA 22904 Phone: 877.349.2620 Fax: 434.924.4511 Email: [email protected] Website: commerce.virginia.edu/msaccounting WILEY BOOTH 114 Wiley Accounting provides students, instructors, researchers and practitioners the tools they need to stay a step ahead in a competitive marketplace, including foundational study with WileyPLUS and leading review products for the CPA, CMA and CIA certification exams, as well as the most influential ideas in accounting research. Contact for additional information: Jeff Johnson Wiley 111 River St. Hoboken, NJ 07030 Phone: 858.243.5265 Email: [email protected] Website: wileyaccounting.com YAEGER CPA REVIEW BOOTH 307 With over 38 years of successfully helping CPA candidates prepare for and pass the Uniform CPA Exam, we combine cutting-edge technology with a traditional classroom teaching style. Don’t roll the dice when preparing for the CPA exam. Do it right, and pass the first time, with YAEGER CPA Review. Contact for additional information: John Pelicano Yaeger CPA Review 500 Highland St., Suite D Frederick, MD 21701 Phone: 800.824.2811 Fax: 301.874.4669 Email: [email protected] Website: yaegercpareview.com BAP.ORG | 49 One of a kind Looking to make your mark? Then we’re interested. PwC is a fast-paced environment that will immerse you in the rigor of world-class business problem solving. Here you’ll find a variety of experiences to sharpen your instincts and develop a valuable network. 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We are proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. 29728-2015-National BAP Conference Ad.indd 1 6/12/2015 6:59:57 PM 2015 AWARD WINNERS Business Information Professional of the Year Sponsored by IMA • Education – Mark Taylor, Case Western Reserve University – Nominating chapter – Case Western Reserve University, Pi Chapter • Industry and Government – David DeFreitas, Caterpillar Inc. – Nominating chapter – Bradley University, Zeta Lambda Chapter • Professional Service – Leslie Murphy, Murphy Consulting Group – Nominating chapter – Oakland University, Eta Phi Chapter Outstanding Faculty Advisor Sponsored by McGladrey LLP • • • • Kathleen Nesper, University at Buffalo, Zeta Theta Chapter Michael Mullen, Stonehill College, Mu Omega Chapter Patty Cox, Elon University, Lambda Xi Chapter Bonnie Villarreal, Utah State University, Delta Omega Chapter Outstanding Dean • Denise D. Schoenbachler, Northern Illinois University, Gamma Pi Chapter Medal of Inspiration Sponsored by the American Institute of CPAs • Abdullahi Abdullahi – University of Memphis, Gamma Chi Chapter Most Improved Chapter • University of Cincinnati, Alpha Sigma Chapter BAP.ORG | 51 A multifaceted career. There’s nothing better. “I was ready to bring my hard-earned skills and unique talents to a forward-thinking, globally innovative organization — that’s what made EY the perfect choice. They weren’t really interested in how they could change me. They were interested in how I could change them.” © 2015 EYGM Limited. All Rights Reserved. Get a clear view of your future at exceptionalEY.com. FACULTY AND CO-FACULTY ADVISORS Suzanne Abbe Barbara Adams Winifred Akande Dorothy Alexander-Smith Beverley Alleyne T. S. 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