- Analyze the role accountants played in high-profile cases of accounting/financial fraud.
- Employ strategies for responding to surprise contradictions during testimony.
- Examine the impacts of inflation on business valuations.
- Explore uses for AI in investigation, audits and compliance.
How are accounting specializations such as forensics, litigation and business valuations evolving in the face of new technologies and shifting demands?
The first 50 registrants for the in-person conference will receive a complimentary copy of Barbara McQuade’s latest book, Attack from Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America. Barbara will be available prior to the start of the conference to sign your copy!
Thank you to The Sargent Consulting Group, LLC for their generous sponsorship of the books.
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Through May 14: $219 MICPA Members/ $369 Non-Members
May 15 - May 28: $239 MICPA Members/ $389 Non-Members
May 29 - June 11: $259
MICPA Members/ $409 Non-Members
Accounting professionals who have an interest in or work with the specialized area of fraud detection and prevention, and/or who specialize in the areas of litigation support and business valuations.
- Accounting
- Auditing
- Regulatory Ethics
- Specialized Knowledge
- Multiple Speakers
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Disinformation Nation: The Dangers of
Distortion
Former U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade, author,
Disinformation, breaks down the key tactics used to distort information, how it
is used to undermine public trust and why it matters. Identify ways to spot
disinformation and strategies for mitigating its harmful effects.
Barbara McQuade, JD – Professor from Practice, University
of Michigan, Ann Arbor and former US Attorney for the Eastern District of
Michigan
09:40 AM - 10:30 AM
Applying Discounts for Lack of Marketability (DLOM) to a valuation requires a thorough understanding of the various models used to estimate DLOM. Review the Margrabe formula and discuss the pros and cons of an option pricing model versus other methods.
Jeffrey J. Groen, CPA/ABV, CFF, CGMA, MST – Managing Partner, Groen Kluka & Company PC, Troy
Nicholas R. Groen, CPA/ABV, MBA/MSF, CMEA, SBA – Staff Accountant, Groen Kluka & Company PC, Troy
Cryptocurrency is an increasingly attractive tool for hiding and laundering money, but virtual currency leaves its own form of breadcrumbs for investigators to follow. Explore the blockchain and discover the latest methods for tracing Ethereum-based crypto assets, including how to identify key attributes, ownership and more, using a combination of opensource tools and old school sleuthing.
Special Agent Andrew Sczygielski – Federal Bureau of Investigation, Cyber Task Force, Detroit
10:40 AM - 11:30 AM
Led by the AICPA, the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) published a new edition of its Fraud Risk Management Guide in May 2023. With updates focused on deterrence, data analytics, internal controls and the legal and regulatory environment, determine strategies for leveraging the new guide in litigation matters, investigations, and improving anti-fraud controls.
Gregory H. Soule, CPA, CISA, CISSP, CFE – Partner, AHP, Bloomfield Hills
An effective Expert Witness must navigate clients, contradictory data, complex analysis, unsophisticated juries and adverse attorneys. Learn how to anticipate, respond to, and manage all of these dynamics.
Michael A. Gagleard, Esq. – Shareholder, Ishbia & Gagleard, PC, Birmingham
Jim Schmid, CPA, CFF, CFE, ABV – Managing Director, ResX, PC, Troy
11:40 AM - 12:30 PM
Michigan is one of the few states with a client privilege statute which applies to CPAs. Explore the hidden complexities this presents when working with your clients, and how engagement letters can help CPAs mitigate issues of confidentiality and conflict of interest. This session will also cover rules when terminating or transferring a practice, confidentiality between spouses and business owners and NOCLAR issues.
Raymond T. Rowe, CPA, JD – Attorney, Raymond T. Rowe PC, Troy
Top Considerations for Expert Rebuttal
Reports
When it comes to litigation, expert witnesses should be
prepared to confront the expert opinion presented by the opposition with a
rebuttal report. Learn how to prepare an effective rebuttal report, including
the top factors to consider before putting pen to paper.
John Haag,
CPA, CGMA, ABV, CVA – Principal, Yeo & Yeo,
Midland
01:20 PM - 02:10 PM
Historically, tax affecting in business valuations does not hold up in court. The recent case of Estate of Cecil v. Commissioner, however, found the approach to be an appropriate handling of the valuation of an S Corporation stock in this instance. Use recent case studies and the historical process of valuing an estate to determine the appropriateness of tax affecting valuation.
James R. Hitchner, CPA/ABV/CFF – Managing Director, The Financial Valuation Group, Atlanta, GA
The Line: A Closer Look at Accountants on Both
Sides of Criminal Prosecutions
Is it one misstep on a slippery
slope or a path forged by the worst of intentions? Analyze high profile cases of
accounting and financial fraud with special focus on the contributions of
accountants on both the right and wrong side of the law.
George
Donnini, JD – Director & Shareholder, Butzel Long,
Detroit
David DuMouchel, JD – Shareholder, Butzel Long,
Bloomfield Hills
02:20 PM - 03:35 PM
Myth Busters: Valuation Edition
Ready to bust some myths
about business valuations? Discuss the myths of the valuation process before
confirming the facts in a variety of scenarios that relate to everything from
working capital to fair market value. Bring along your questions and your
skepticism.
James R. Hitchner, CPA/ABV/CFF – Managing
Director, The Financial Valuation Group, Atlanta, GA
Despite having among the lowest prices in the nation, Michigan cannabiz netted $3 billion in sales during 2023 alone. But as the industry has expanded so too has the regulation and litigation field around it, and the financial challenges faced by licensees. Join this discussion for an in-depth exploration of the most common regulatory challenges, statutory issues and fraud and litigation scenarios associated with cannabis. Plus, develop better strategies for raising capital in cannabiz.
R. Lance Boldrey, JD – Member, Dykema, Lansing
George B. Donnini, JD – Director, Butzel Long, Troy
Brad Sargent, CPA/ABV/CFF, CIRA, CFE, CFS, CCA, CRFAC, FABFA – Founder and Managing Member, The Sargent Consulting Group, LLC, Detroit
Robin Schneider – Executive Director, Michigan Cannabis Industry Association, Lansing
Moderator: Jim Spencer, CFE, CVA, CIRA, CCA, MBA – Director, The Sargent Consulting Group, LLC, Detroit
03:45 PM - 05:00 PM
AI on the Case? Defining ChatGPT and Generative
AI Forensic Capabilities
Artificial intelligence (AI) is having a
significant impact on fraud detection and analysis. Explore the capacity of AI
tools like ChatGPT, BingAI, and Bard to enhance investigations, audits, and
compliance, as well as deciphering structured and unstructured data
sources.
Patrick Grobbel, CFE, CAMS – Director of Strategic
Relationships, KonaAI, Washington, DC
Presenting Expert Opinions at Trial: Litigator
Panel
Not all those called to testify as an expert witness are
seasoned experts on testifying. Join this panel discussion for a demonstrative
exploration of how to bring an expert opinion to trial, including how to make a
testimony convincing, navigating judicial bias, tips for improving your
presentation of fact and more.
Kate Eisenstein, CPA, JD,
M.Sc. – Partner, Mantese Honigman, PC, Troy
Lynn C.
Sirich, JD – Member and Domestic Relations & Family Law Practice
Group Co-Chair, Dickinson Wright, Troy
Moderator: John T. Alfonsi,
CPA, ABV, CFE, CFF, CVA – Managing Director, Cendrowski Corporate
Advisors, LLC, Bloomfield Hills
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