As the CPA Evolution charges ahead, the Michigan Accountancy Foundation (MAF) continues to be dedicated to ensuring that educators are ­­­kept apace of its progress. Join us this year for insight into the changes most impacting educators and students as the new CPA Evolution Model Curriculum prepares to enter classrooms nationwide. Connect with other educators to share experiences, pass along best practices and tips, expand your network and more!

Overnight Accommodations
A room block has been setup at the Hyatt Place Detroit Livonia Hotel. To make your reservation, call the hotel at 1-888-492-8847 and request the Michigan Association of CPAs room block. If you would prefer to book your room online please use this link to do so: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/DETZL/G-CPOC .  This room block expires October 18, so be sure to make your reservation before then to receive the discounted rate.

Looking for extra flexibility? You can attend the program virtually too! Click here for details on the virtual option.

AGENDA

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Registration & Refreshments

9:00 AM
Welcome & Program Overview

9:05 AM - 10:05 AM 
CPA Evolution for Educators
The CPA Evolution initiative aims to transform the CPA licensure model to recognize the rapidly changing skills and competencies the practice of accounting requires today and will require in the future. It is a joint effort of the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. This session will cover the new licensure model, how it will impact the CPA Exam, the CPA Evolution Model Curriculum for accounting programs and other resources available to accounting faculty.
Anna Howard, CPA – Senior Manager, Academic Initiatives, AICPA, Durham, NC
Carl R. Mayes, Jr., CPA – Associate Director, CPA Quality & Evolution, AICPA, Durham, NC

10:05 AM - 10:15 AM
Morning Break

10:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Curriculum Craft: The CPA Evolution Model 
Join leaders of the profession for discussion on the CPA Evolution Model Curriculum. Directly involved in the crafting of the model curriculum, we are here to answer your burning questions such as what content is “core” vs. “discipline” and how to best update programs to prepare future CPAs
Ann Dzuranin, PhD, CPA, CGMA – KPMG Professor of Accountancy, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL
Audrey Katcher, CPA, CISA, CITP, CGMA – Partner, Business Advisory Services, RubinBrown, St. Louis, MO
Annette Nellen, CPA, Esq. – Professor - Director, MST Program, San Jose State University, San Jose, CA
Patricia Timm, PhD – Academic Dean and Associate Professor, Academics – Northwood University, Midland
Lynne A. Zelenski, PhD – Director of Student Academic Services, Accounting and Information Systems, Michigan State University, East Lansing
Moderator: Michelle F. Randall, CPA, CGMA - Professor of Accounting, Schoolcraft College, Livonia

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM 
Your Regularly Scheduled MICPA and State Board of Accountancy Update
MICPA President and CEO Bob Doyle alongside State Board of Accountancy Chair Paul Balas present everything you need to know about accountancy in Michigan right now. From recent issues that have come before the Board and upcoming changes within the profession to how both groups plan to address current and future needs, get the inside scoop on how best to prepare for the year ahead.
Paul Balas, CPA – Chair, State of Michigan Board of Accountancy, Lansing
Bob Doyle – President & CEO, Michigan Association of CPAs, Troy

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM  
Group Luncheon & Visit with Sponsors

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM  
Skill Gap – Insights From Extensive Studies
Industry is running at one speed while education runs at another speed. It could take a year or two to launch an accredited program at a university. In those two years, industry could have moved forward as much as ten years. Join Simon Jowett as he shares insights by Bennis Bonilla, Dean of the global mthree Academy who has spent more than four decades working in both fields.
Simon Jowett – Director, Banking Services, mthree, New York, NY

2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
Your Stories Fill or Empty the Pipeline 
The CPA Pipeline has been an issue for the profession.  How you see yourself and tell your story has a huge impact on this.  Let’s talk about what you really do and reframe what people think when they hear “I’m a CPA.”  Number cruncher or business advisor? Choose the right one and people get very excited about becoming a CPA, the other creates another marketing major.
Allen Lloyd – Executive Director, Montana Society of CPAs, Helena, MT

2:50  PM
Program Adjournment

COVID-19 Protocol for In-Person Events

The Michigan Association of CPAs aims to deliver its Mission while protecting the health and safety of our members and staff and minimizing the potential spread of disease within our community.

The MICPA will follow all Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations, state & local guidelines, as well as any venue requirements.

Due to the current high level community transmission in the state of Michigan, it is recommended that all attendees wear a mask in indoor settings regardless of vaccination status. Masks MUST be worn by attendees who are not fully vaccinated. We ask that you please follow these guidelines based on your current vaccination status, using the honor system. You will also be required to sign a waiver prior to entering the event.

The MICPA staff that you will interact with at the event are vaccinated and will be wearing masks.

Thank you for following our COVID-19 protocol.