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PRESIDENT'S LETTER
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From the President
by Mark Gilliland
TSCPA Board Meeting in San Antonio
On June 26-27, members from the Panhandle Chapter attended the board meeting of the TSCPA....[FULL STORY]
Young CPA of the Year
One of the big surprises of the Board Meeting occurred during the awards program....[FULL STORY]
Leadership Development Institute
The TSCPA is offering its new Leadership Development Institute (LDI) to young CPAs your firm would like to train for a future leadership role. Applications can be downloaded at tscpa.org and are due August 14, 2009....[FULL STORY]
Vacations and the lady in the Garmin GPS
I hope you are having a great summer and have had an opportunity to take some time off to spend with family and friends.
I took a week off last week to take the family to visit Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks in Wyoming. My in-laws graciously offered the use of their RV. I was a little nervous about this. If you’ve seen the Robin Williams movie “RV”, you would understand....[FULL STORY]
Mark Gilliland
President
[FULL STORY]
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FROM the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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Executive Director Sez
Hey All,
See below for details of the upcoming Tax Institute slated for September 2-3, 2009. Registration is available on the linked website and form. I have received very few registrations to date, so please realize...this is the last newsletter before the Tax Institute. REGISTER TODAY.
The Board has honored several requests by allowing for ETHICS ONLY participation at the upcoming Tax Institute. See the registration form below for details on the cost to attend Thursday afternoon for ETHICS ONLY.
NEW THIS YEAR. Take a look at the article below that details out several types of Memberships. New this year is a NON-CPA Affiliate Membership for only $90 per year. The huge benefit to several firms and companies here in the Panhandle Chapter is member rates on CPE. Sign up your NON-CPA staff as an affiliate and receive all member prices on the CPE classes offered.
ONE WAY OR THE OTHER...Sounds like the Board also wants to honor many of your requests and bring back the paper directory. Data for the directory will come from the TSCPA database. Go to tscpa.org to update you membership data so that it will be correct in our Panhandle Chapter printed directory. Plans are to have the printed directory complete by the end of the calendar year.
Are you willing to pay $10 every two years for this directory? Complete the survey in RED on the right, and let the Board know your opinions. Here is your chance to voice your opinion. VOTE TODAY.
Have a super week-end...
Jobie Ogburn – Executive Director of the Panhandle Chapter
panchap.cpas@wildblue.net
(806) 359-7929
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MEMBERSHIPS
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About the Chapter...TSCPA SAVES YOU MONEY!!!
Take a look, and be pleasantly surprised. Did you know about these different types of MEMBERSHIPS?
Student Membership
Candidate for Membership
Academic Affiliate
Non-CPA EMPLOYEE (NEW THIS YEAR... A MONEY SAVER)...Check it Out!
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UPCOMING CONTINUING EDUCATION
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CHECK OUT TWO OPPORTUNITIES FOR CPE...
Tax Institute
September 2-3, 2009– Amarillo Civic Center
PRESENTERS: Charles Green, Charlie Blau, Sarah Wirskye, Mark Ensign, David Colmenero , Richard Pitre, Dr. Wayne Counts,
TOPICS: Ethics, Farm and Ranch, Entity Selection, Alternative Minimum Tax, Franchise Tax, Identity Theft, Criminal Tax Matters, Financial Exploitation
THIS COURSE DOES NOT HAVE A PRE-REQUISITE.
Early registration ends August 24, 2009.
September 2-3, 2009 – Tax Institute – Amarillo Civic Center; website or download form
We will present tenure awards at the Chapter Meeting on September 2nd. If you are at a 5 year anniversary, be sure to attend and receive an award from the Chapter for your commitment to TSCPA and the Chapter. You will receive an invitation in the mail. PLAN to BE THERE! Let us appreciate and recognize you!
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2009 Members in Government and Industry(MIGI)
OCTOBER 21-22, 2009 – Amarillo Civic Center
PRESENTERS: Eric Spellman, Vicki Wilmarth, Marcy McKay, David Terry, Dr. Jerry Miller and a representative from ANB.
TOPICS: Technology, Employment Law, Conducting Effective Meetings, the 21st Century Entrepreneur, and the Economy.
THIS COURSE DOES NOT HAVE A PRE-REQUISITE.
Early registration ends October 12th, 2009.
Use this link to download a form
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SPECIAL EVENT
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Annual Golf Tournament
Friday, September 25, 2009
Friday, September 25, 2009 -- Ross Rogers on the Wild Horse Course
Contact a fellow CPA, those office mates, clients, friends, and get your team together now. Let’s make this the best tournament and turn-out yet. See you on the green…
Time Schedule: Arrive at 1:30, Rules Explanation at 1:45, Shotgun Start at 2:00
Format: 4 Man Team Scramble – Minimum Handicap of 45
Maximum No. of Teams: No Restriction
Entry Fee: $75 per person or $300 per team
Deadline to Collect Entry Fees: Friday, September 18, 2009
Drink (Beverage) Tickets: 4 Tickets per Player
Door Prizes: Approximately 20 – 30 Door Prizes
Trophies: Awarded for 1st Place
Competition: (prizes awarded)
Longest Drive at Hole # 16 Closest to the Pin at Hole # 4.
Longest Put at Hole #8 Straight Drive at Hole # 1
Friday, September 25th - Annual Golf Tournament - Ross Rogers Golf Course download form
If registering as an individual, send your name as soon as possible, and we will start getting you connected with a group. Sorry, there are no guarantees on placement with a team.
Print form download form and mail with your check to: Panhandle Chapter of the TSCPA, P. O. Box 20165, Amarillo, TX 79114. Please, one form per team. THANKS.
For questions, Jobie at 359-7929 or contact by email at panchap.cpas@wildblue.net
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NEWS and NOTES
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ONE OF OUR OWN, Jerry McMillon, CPA, was one of the men named Young CPA of the Year by the TSCPA at the Annual Meeting in June. This award recognizes a CPA who is age 39 or under, and who has made significant contributions to the accounting profession and the community.
McMillon was president of the Panhandle Chapter in 2003-2004. He has served as a member of TSCPA’s Financial Institutions Conference Committee since 2001, including a term as committee chair from 2005 to 2007, and on the Awards Committee. His commitment to his community can be seen in his service to the United Way of Amarillo and Canyon, and the American Heart Association. CONGRATULATIONS JERRY!
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The Panhandle Chapter has successfully completed a CPE Sponsorship Evaluation by the TSBPA. We will not be evaluated again for approximately two years. Thanks to all the Committee Members, Speakers, and Participants. You make my job easier to submit required materials to the TSPBA.
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Calendar of Events
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Calendar of Events
2009
September 2-3, 2009 – Tax Institute – Amarillo Civic Center; website or download form
Friday, September 25th - Annual Golf Tournament - Ross Rogers Golf Course download form
Thursday, October 1st - JOINT MEETING with AAEPC. Mark your Calendar, Today! Details to follow!
October 21-22, 2009 - MIGI Committee – Amarillo College; download form
December 9, 2009 – Tax Update – Amarillo Civic Center; website or download form
2010
August 24-25, 2010 – Tax Institute – Amarillo Civic Center
December 9, 2010 – Tax Update – Amarillo Civic Center
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Chapter Contact Information
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Texas Society of CPA’s
President
Mark E. Gilliland, CPA
Gilliland Investment Management
806-655-5909
Mailing Address
P. O. Box 20165
Amarillo, TX 79114
Physical Address
10810 Elaine Street
Amarillo, TX 79119
General Correspondence:
panchap.cpas@wildblue.net
Newsletter and Website
Correspondence:
panhandle.webnews@wildblue.net
Executive Director:
Jobie Ogburn
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