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CPAs on Vacation – Photo Gallery
Our members traveled all over the globe, but Alaska was one of the more popular destinations this summer.
Layne Simmons and the 29lb. King Salmon
he caught off of the coast at Sitka, Alaska back in June.
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A Closer Look at IFRS for SMEs
KPMG recently published an extensive article on the newly published IASB Standard for small- to medium-sized entities. Read article.
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Building Your Connections Networking Event – Nov. 5
 Bring your business cards, appetite and love of art to our joint networking event with the State Bar of Arizona on Nov. 5 at the Tempe Center for the Arts. Enjoy meeting CPAs and attorneys at one of the Valley’s most engaging venues with breathtaking views of Tempe Town Lake and the Papago Mountains. Enjoy good food and conversation while building your connections and growing your business. Register before Oct. 28 to take advantage of the early registration price of $30. Register online or fax in your registration form today.
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Deadlines Approaching: Special NOL Carryback for Tax Filings
by Jack N. Rudel
Time is running out for many businesses wishing to take advantage of the expanded business loss carryback option included in the 2009 recovery law. Eligible calendar-year corporations have until Sept. 15 to file the appropriate forms. Eligible individuals have until Oct. 15 to choose this expanded carryback option.
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Improvements Made to CPE Transcript Letter Make Reporting Easier
We will now be sending CPE transcript letters by e-mail. This will get the information to you faster and in an electronic format that you can cut and paste from. The letter has been reformatted to list the seminar information in the same order that you would complete the Arizona State Board’s form. The seminar’s subject area has been added to help you identify what curriculum to select on the State Board’s form. We also added the objective of all programs to provide a summary of each program and aide in the event of a CPE audit. If you have any questions or would like to provide your date of birth (required) to start receiving this valuable tool, contact Jena Ford, Director of Professional Development jford@ascpa.com or (602) 324-6042.
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Business Valuation and Litigation Services FOCUS
Business Valuation and Litigation Services Section Forging New Ground
by Craig Reinmuth, CPA, MST, EnCE 
Implementing Strategic Positioning to Maximize Value
by Don M. Drysdale, CPA/ABV, ASA
SOP 50 10 5 (A) and Its Implications for Business Appraisers
by Brendan J. Kennedy, CPA/ABV/CFF, CVA, ASA and Travis Smith
Computer Forensics - A Golden Opportunity for CPAs
by Craig Reinmuth, CPA
Is It Relevant to Use Cost of Capital Data from the Public Market to Value Small Privately Held Companies?
by Kevin R. Yeanoplos, CPA/ABV/CFF, ASA
Business Valuation Conference – Oct. 2
Topics include: divorce mediation; fraud auditing; fair value measurements update; how to market in a room full of strangers; economic outlook; providing expert witness testimony; and hot button valuation issues. Click here to view a copy of the conference brochure. Register Today
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Do You Know What to Do in the Event of Laptop Theft?
Protect your company from unforeseen costs and expensive lawsuits in the event of laptop theft or loss by ensuring your company has appropriate client data encryption and protection measures in place. Read more...
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Mastering the Art of Oral Presentations - Saturday, Oct. 10
Co-sponsored by the ASCPA and Forensic Expert Witness Association, this unique, three-part multimedia program will help participants learn and develop oral presentation skills and techniques in the expert witness context, including how to deliver successful presentations to judges, juries and clients. The program was created specifically for the courtroom context and has been presented to various law firms and expert witness organizations. View a copy of the conference brochure for more information. Register Today
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Lower Your Workers’ Compensation Cost
SCF Arizona specialists are always looking for ways to reduce your workers’ compensation costs. But they can’t do it without you. Read these 13 steps to help you stay safe, while reducing your worker’s compensation expenses.
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Complimentary Just For You
As wise and savvy business professionals, our members are always looking for ways to save money for themselves and their companies. The Society understands the important of helping our members save money. That is one of the reasons we are offering quality professional development programs to our members at no charge. We want you to take full advantage of your membership and all the benefits we offer, so please consider registering for the following complimentary programs.
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Here’s a Question All CPAs Can Answer
What is the best thing about being a CPA? Please share your thoughts. All members that post a story on any of our Facebook Groups, LinkedIn Group or blog will be entered into a drawing for a $50 Amazon.com gift card. By sharing your story, you are giving us permission to use your name and story in our marketing materials. Contest ends Sept. 30. Post your answer on our blog now.
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From CPA Exam to Achieving Certification: Learn to maneuver through the process
Do you have questions about the CPA examination or the educational requirements required by the State Board of Accountancy? Are you planning on sitting for the exam or have passed the exam and have questions regarding the certification process and the paperwork? Attend this session and get all your questions answered. The program is open to members and nonmembers at no cost and offered on the following dates: Oct 8 in Tucson, Oct. 16 and Feb. 2010 in Phoenix.
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Do you know a CPA who does great work for the community?
Nominate them for the ASCPA Public Service Award. The recipient will be honored at the ASCPA Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon in May of 2010, receive a framed Kachina print and be featured in an article in the AZ CPA. Self nominations are also encouraged. Don’t be shy. This is a great opportunity for you to get the word out about the wonderful organizations you support. The deadline is Oct. 30. Download the instructions and form here.
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Show Us How You Give Back
We will be featuring members doing community service projects in our December issue. Please send us your photos and a short description about how you give back to the community by Nov. 1. Send here
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Welcome to Our New Members
View a a list of new members who joined the Society in August.
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Simplified Business Pandemic Planning – Preparation and Recovery for Small Businesses
Webcast: Sept. 18 or Oct. 15, 9 – 11 a.m. MST Recommended CPE: Two hours
More Information and Registration
A pandemic is far different from other natural disasters and requires a different type of plan. Traditional disaster business continuity plans focus on the short-term impact to physical assets, such as plants and equipment. Pandemic planning focuses on human resources, which is not a normal business risk, it has unique characteristics that create greater risk. Instructor Ken Wilson is a CMC®.
CFO Panel
12 to 2 p.m. (11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. lunch & registration)
$30 for ASCPA members and their non-CPA staff, $45 for nonmembers
More Information and Registration
October Seminars
Click on the course title to register and view the full course description. For a complete listing of seminars, go to the Online Catalog and press Search.
Not-for-Profit Conference – Sept. 30
 This conference provides specific, practical coverage of critical nonprofit accounting, tax, and legal issues for CPAs and individuals working for and with nonprofit organizations. Topics include: 990 update with Eve Borenstein; collaboration; impact of federal stimulus funds; risk management; audit and accounting update; managing your personnel in this economic environment; and using social networking sites to promote the organization and reach target audiences. Go here to view the conference brochure. Register Today
Construction Industry Conference – Nov. 5
 Learn the about the latest developments in construction accounting and business practices. Topics include: impact of the new administration on construction taxation and operations; combating construction fraud; client acceptance and going concern issues affecting construction contractors in our current economy; Arizona economy and budget; mechanic’s liens on financially distressed projects; and prequalification of owners, general contractors and subcontractors. Go here to view the conference brochure. Register Today
Webcasts – Improve your competency without leaving your office
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Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft
The ASCPA is dedicated to providing our members with high-quality products and services. As part of our commitment, we have partnered with a new identity theft protection services provider, ISekurity—an industry leader employing more than 200 former federal agents committed to fighting identify theft and fraud. iSekurity provides complete identity theft protection solutions with the tools to deter the crime, defend the victim and defeat the criminal. iSekurity has assembled the largest team of former United States Federal agents in the nation, including the Secret Service, FBI, DEA, IRS, ICE and Postal Inspectors. They aggressively investigate all crimes of identity theft against iSekurity members for two reasons: to get your life back to its pre-fraud state and to eliminate your risk of reoccurrence. For more information on identity theft protection from iSekurity or to enroll, please contact iSekurity or call them at (877) 838-5734. Read the FAQs and promotional flyer for additional information.
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