This comprehensive program will provide attendees with the opportunity to gain the most advanced technical training on all current aspects of estate and gift planning and compliance issues. Top speakers in the estate planning field and stellar educational materials will show CPAs how to provide the highest caliber of service to their clients.

Recent history-making changes in the financial markets and turbulence of the global economy have shaken up conventional wisdom and derailed consumer confidence. At a time of new regulations and the beginning of a new administration - more than ever attendance at the AICPA Advanced Personal Financial Planning Conference is imperative for financial planning professionals. This conference will provide you with strategies and cutting-edge information and guidance you need in order to persevere and succeed.

Designed to provide attendees with the latest approaches to wealth preservation from the leading experts in the field, the 2009 conference is a must for CPAs, attorneys, financial planners, estate planners, bank trust officers, insurance agents, family office managers, investment advisors, wealth managers, philanthropy specialists, small business owners, trust officers, members of estate planning councils and individuals from firms who are responsible for helping their high-income clients accumulate, retain and transfer wealth.

In your role as a key corporate decision-maker, it is crucial that you successfully drive business and maintain results. It is imperative that you expand your technical knowledge and know-how while enhancing your leadership skills so that you are well equipped to handle current challenges.

The AICPA Controllers Workshop East, developed by controllers for controllers, prepares you to meet future demands. Led by successful experts in this field who will share their knowledge and best practices gained from years of personal experience, this interactive, hands-on learning workshop will give you solutions you can immediately apply.

Developed by controllers for controllers of all size businesses, this conference provides the best of both worlds - the technical knowledge to handle today's challenges and the professional development to expand the attendee's role as a key corporate decision-maker leading the way for tomorrow. Attendance at the conference allows for hands-on sessions where attendees learn new ideas, new solutions and new techniques to apply as soon as they return to their office. Opportunities also exist to network with peers, participate in group discussions and in Q&As.

Assure the future of your firm. Attend the forum that prepares emerging practice leaders for firm leadership through hands-on training and insights from nationally recognized consultants and successful firm leaders.

Changes in the auto industry seem to be progressing at a faster rate each year. It’s important to keep up with these changes, especially given current challenges. Experts will address the dynamics of the industry and give particpants access to the change agents.

This conference focuses on the changing roles of CFOs in turbulent economic times. In the current environment, CFOs will need to develop a new strategic vision to manage key global transformations. This conference will supply the tools and resources to assist them in taking the right risks, avoiding the wrong risks and creating new opportunities. CFOs will share best practices, talk about new business models, and discuss global and regulatory transformations. Governor Tom Ridge will present the first keynote address - Intelligent Security: Managing Risks & Building Enterprise Value - and Robert Rittereiser will present a keynote address on CFO Strategic Leadership. Three main Tracks will focus on: Leadership, Risk and Resources. A fourth group of sessions will address key issues facing Thought Leaders. Prominent national speakers will address timely topics on the agenda.

This conference is developed for credit union financial managers and CPA practitioners with a client base of credit unions. This premier conference presents the latest economic, legislative, regulatory, accounting and auditing updates impacting the field.

Obtain the latest and most comprehensive SEC and PCAOB updates directly from the regulators at the AICPA National Conference on Current SEC and PCAOB Developments.

Don't miss the latest accounting and reporting issues that affect SEC reporting entities and their auditors.

Fraud scandals and subsequent litigation continue to dominate the headlines and create challenges for the accounting profession. The AICPA National Forensic Accounting Conference offers solutions and resources to meet these challenges. The conference offers participants a unique opportunity to learn from leading experts in both fraud and litigation services to acquire more diverse knowledge to bring back to their offices. The conference will focus on subject matter most relevant to CPAs who hold, or aspire to hold, the Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF) credential. The CFF encompasses fundamental and specialized forensic accounting skills that CPAs apply in a variety of service areas, including bankruptcy and insolvency; computer forensics; economic damages; family law; fraud investigations; litigation support; and stakeholder disputes and valuations - all of which will be covered at the conference.

The GAAC features interactive sessions for local, state and federal (Federal track offered in DC only) governments.

Participants receive timely guidance, along with practical advice, on how to handle new legislation and standards from key government officials and representatives of the accounting profession - including the standards-setters themselves!

The GAAC features interactive sessions for local, state and federal (Federal track offered in DC only) governments.

Participants receive timely guidance, along with practical advice, on how to handle new legislation and standards from key government officials and representatives of the accounting profession - including the standards-setters themselves!

Participants hear directly from the standards-setters and industry leaders (including representatives from GASB, GAO, HUD, OMB and AICPA) on a variety of topics, including developments in governmental accounting and auditing; advances in financial statement reporting; the latest in proposed regulations and laws on the local, state and federal government levels; what’s new in the not-for-profit sector; and more. This conference delivers up-to-date coverage on current and emerging issues and topics.

This is by far the largest forum in the United States dealing exclusively with the challenges facing nonprofit practitioners and financial executives who work in and for the nation's nonprofits. Attendees agree it is the place to find out the latest information on the impact of management, investment, auditing, tax and accounting issues facing today's Not-for-Profit Organizations (NPOs). This exceedingly popular event provides training in financial and operational strategies that are crucial to the success of an NPO in our rapidly changing world. This conference has sold out for the last several years.

This conference is the preeminent national conference on federal taxes. It brings together the highest caliber of national tax experts, Washington insiders, top IRS officials, government leaders and decision-makers, all at one remarkable event. Participants will have the rare opportunity to share ideas and network with this elite group, who will address high-level tax issues.

This is the only conference that focuses strictly on the fundamentals of being a successful practitioner. The conference covers a wide range of value-added services that all have one thing in common: they can help build a CPA's practice. More than 60 sessions span three days, covering critical legislative updates as well as topics such as best practices in firm management, succession planning, leadership, marketing, investment advisory services, technology integration and technology outsourcing, mentoring, firm of the future, staff retention, mergers, partner compensation and other issues of importance to small- and mid-sized firms.

This biennial conference focuses on the latest issues regarding valuation of businesses and marital assets. Most sessions feature the perspective of an expert CPA and expert Attorney.

Learn how to analyze and structure your company's export activity in order to maximize tax benefits using an IC-DISC or the Export Exceptions and Exemptions under the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), especially Sections 954 and 956.

An excellent opportunity to learn from those who already implemented IFRS and from those who are in the middle of the transition process. In addition, you will gain an understanding of the thought process behind IASB's projects, and you'll hear about active financial reporting projects directly from the IASB.

This conference features unique industry insights as well as tax, legal and accounting updates related to the oil and gas industry. Acknowledged experts present sessions covering a wide variety of topics – both domestic and international in focus.

The AICPA Employee Benefit Plans Accounting, Auditing and Regulatory Update provides a comprehensive analysis of the current regulatory landscape surrounding employee benefit plan audits and what practitioners should expect going forward. You'll get insights and best practices direct from the standard setters that will help you prepare and execute successful audits.

The AICPA Employee Benefit Plans Accounting, Auditing and Regulatory Update provides a comprehensive analysis of the current regulatory landscape surrounding employee benefit plan audits and what practitioners should expect going forward. You'll get insights and best practices direct from the standard setters that will help you prepare and execute successful audits.

The 2009 AICPA International Business, Accounting, Auditing and Tax Conference is a nuts-and-bolts forum that provides information and solutions on operating in the international business arena. The conference provides practical learning; incite into international trends; and in-depth information on how to operate in the international arena for practitioners, consultants and members in business and industry. There are multiple networking opportunities throughout the conference.

This conference provides comprehensive and in-depth coverage of new and emerging technical issues with a focus on the latest accounting and auditing trends. It is a rare opportunity for participants to interact with and obtain first-hand guidance from industry experts and thought leaders who shape the accounting industry, including the PCAOB, ASB, FASB and ARSC. Plan to be there and network with leaders of the profession and capitalize on the latest

The AICPA National Audit Committee Forum has been developed to address current and emerging issues associated with the "Best Practices" of Audit Committee functions. The forum will identify key issues for Audit Committees and senior executives who continue to face increased pressures due to greater risks in the marketplace today. It will provide an in-depth examination of the resources, processes, and tools required to address these issues and to implement new ideas. The agenda includes sessions featuring innovative ideas, new trends and corresponding technology resources.

Understand banking's new regulations, global trends, current issues - and how they affect you.
Get direct access to the highest authorities in the industry - the regulators themselves. At the AICPA Banks & Savings Institutions Conference, the industry's decision makers will speak to you about new banking regulations and global trends - and the impact they have on the industry. From emerging auditing, accounting, regulatory and legislative developments to tax issues affecting banks and savings institutions, you'll get the most informed perspectives and insights available - anywhere!

The AICPA National Construction Industry Conference is a must-attend event for those involved in the financial aspects of the construction industry. Whether you're a CPA in public practice, CFO, controller, attorney, contractor or construction industry specialist, this comprehensive program will offer instructive information and guidance that will prepare you and your staff for recent developments and upcoming changes in accounting, auditing, taxation, operations, marketing and financial management.

The AICPA National Healthcare Industry Conference is an unparalleled opportunity for attendees to learn about the information, techniques and trends that will benefit their practice and client offerings. With access to some of the nation's top healthcare specialists, participants will get up-to-the-minute information on the latest developments in healthcare issues relating to revenue management, accounting & auditing, physician practice, fraud/compliance, financial management and tax.

Find out emerging trends and critical updates in accounting, auditing, tax and management.
As the only conference specifically designed for CPAs, CFOs and other financial professionals, it provides vital information and training on cutting-edge strategies that you can immediately put to work for you.

This conference provides information on cutting-edge strategies and governmental regulations that affect affluent individuals, allowing you to learn the latest techniques on retirement and estate planning, eldercare, asset protection, life insurance - and more.