Learning & CPE

Small Firm Practitioners Conference

Conversations. Camaraderie. Career-building.

August 12-14 | Treetops Resort, Gaylord

Small firms, big ideas. Get ready to brainstorm with your professional peers, friends and colleagues about how to overcome today’s biggest challenges. Our objective: to facilitate a meaningful exchange of ideas that address real world problems, surprises and paths to success, while attendees forge new connections vital to their profession.

Kick off the day with some fresh air, friendly competition, and networking on the green! Join fellow attendees for 18 holes on the scenic Smith Tradition course.

Tee times are set for 7:30 AM and 7:40 AM. The cost includes a boxed lunch to enjoy after your round.

Whether you're swinging for par or just along for the fun, we’d love to see you out there!

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Michigan Specific Ethics - The Impact of State Statute & Administrative Rules on Your CPA License

Coolest Profession (Update) Around
Bob Doyle – President & CEO, Michigan Association of CPAs, Troy

The Social Exchange Welcome Reception
(included in registration fee)

Keynote Presentation: What’s Your “And”?: A People-Centric Approach to Leadership
John Garrett – Thought Provoker, Fort Collins, CO

Breakout sessions & activities

Special Lunch Presentation with Carla McCall, CPA, CGMA, Managing Partner, AAFCPAs and Chair, American Institute of CPAs

Evening Reception & Music Bingo Night
(included in your registration fee)

Keynote Presentation: Using AI Effectively in Your Practice
Thomas G. Stephens, Jr., CPA, CGMA, CITP – Shareholder, K2 Enterprises, Woodstock, GA

Breakout sessions & activities

Experience Exchange Workshops
Bring your best ideas, experiences and questions to swap with peers.

Special room rates are available at Treetops Resort in Gaylord based on availability. Please call 1-866-348-5249 and mention the code MICPA 2025 to receive our discounted pricing.

In the event that Treetops Resort is sold out, special room rates are also available at the Comfort Inn & Suites in Gaylord based on availability. Please call 989-217-9700 and mention the Michigan Association of CPAs Annual Conference to receive discounted pricing.

We simply don’t have another event like this one.

Get ready to meet for some quality peer-to-peer conversations and experience exchanges. Connections are vital to this business so don’t miss this chance to create them.

“If you're a small firm practitioner, you wear two hats: one as a CPA and one as a business owner. This conference helps you step back and focus on running your practice with intention. It’s not just about technical updates, it's about finding community, sharing ideas, and learning how to build a firm that supports the life and career you want. You really can’t afford to miss it.”

— Chris Picciurro, CPA, MBA, PFS, ARA, Co Founder of Integrated CPA Group and Founder of the Monthly Recurring Revenue Institute

MICPA SPC 2025

A special thank you to our partners & sponsors:

Alliance Partner