The EDGE - October 2012 

Trends for Young CPAs: Report From the EDGE Conference
Direct from the recent AICPA EDGE Conference: What are the hot trends for young CPAs in practice and business and industry? Here’s a rundown of what was heard and overheard during the conference. How many of these are similar to what you’re currently experiencing?

The Number One Networking Mistake … and How to Solve It
Great networking isn’t about quantity … it’s about quality. Yet, most of us do not take the time to “listen;” instead, we pacify our networking friends by giving them random names that won’t do them much good, let alone enhance your own reputation. Find out how why listening is so important and how you can use it to help build business.

Does Your Vote Count? Yes, in Many Ways
We’re on the eve of what may be the most important presidential election in quite some time. While every vote counts, young CPAs can make a huge difference throughout the year by getting involved in local elections, community activities, and other political initiatives. Find out why getting involved is good for your integrity and good for your career.

Controllers Workshop East set for Atlanta this November
The AICPA Controllers Workshop East will be held in Atlanta, Nov. 8-9, with pre-conference workshops on Nov. 7. The workshop is an intensive two-day conference that provides controllers and other senior managers with professional development, technical knowledge, new ideas and innovative solutions from top industry experts, including David Axson, Executive Director of Finance and Enterprise Performance, Accenture. Attend one of our pre-conference workshops (additional fee) for in-depth training on beginner and advanced level topics. Register by Sept. 24 and save $75 on the regular registration rate. IT Section Members and CITP Credential Holders save an additional $100.

Flagship AICPA tax conference to be held one day after national election
The AICPA National Tax Conference, Election Day +1, will be held Nov. 7 to 8 in Washington, D.C., with post-conference workshops on Nov. 9. The first tax conference of its kind to occur post-election, it will address the election results and what they mean to you and your tax clients. Prominent national tax professionals and government leaders offer sessions that will provide information on expiring and likely legislation, the deficits, international competitiveness of U.S. firms, and the increasingly large tax gap. Key Internal Revenue Service executives from all IRS operating divisions will give you the latest information, giving you direct access to key IRS policymakers and leadership. Register by Sept. 24 and save $75. Tax Section members save an additional $100.

Emerging Program for Rising Forensic and Business Valuation Professionals
An Emerging Program for Rising Forensic and Business Valuation Professionals is being offered at this year’s AICPA Forensic and Valuation Services Conference.  Designed for CPAs with less than 5 years of experience providing forensic accounting and/or business valuation services, practitioners can participate in the pre-optional workshop, Emerging Workshop for Rising Forensic and Business Valuation Professionals, and the main conference from November 11-13, 2012, in Orlando, Florida for an all-inclusive discounted price.  In addition, if you are considering obtaining either their CFF or ABV credential, you may wish to attend the CFF Exam Review Course or ABV Exam Review Course, November 9-10, just prior to the conference.  Special bundled review course + Emerging Program for Rising Forensic and Business Valuation Professionals will be offered to Review Course participants.  For more information, email conferenceinfo@aicpa.org. 

Inside Buyout Basics and the Tax Cliff—A Timely Combination (a Journal of Accountancy webcast)
Buyouts by owners or employees are often an attractive option for businesses looking to sell. Timing is important, with potential consequences of the tax cliff looming. CPAs can take an active role by helping business owners determine their best option. This can give CPA firms an expanded opportunity to provide strategic and tax planning assistance and increase the likelihood of retaining the client long term. Scott D. Miller, CPA/ABV, CVA - President, Enterprise Services, Inc. will discuss buyout structures and their tax implications for your clients in this audio webcast on Tuesday, October 30. CPE available.  Register here.