Corpus Christi Chapter E-Newsletter
April 2008

HELPFUL LINKS

Texas State Board of Public Accountancy

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City of Corpus Christi

2006 MAP Survey Results

Message from the President
With deadlines looming and the end of the fiscal year nearing, it’s almost time to wrap-up some of our chapter activities for the year.

This month we’re hosting a new CPE conference and offering students and CPAs a chance to mix and mingle. We’re also preparing for the last of our chapter luncheons for the year, and looking ahead to 2008-09.
Read more.

Jerry Spence, CPA
Corpus Christi Chapter President

 

Introducing CPAs and Students at a Local Mix and Mingle Event
The chapter is excited to host the first-ever “Meet the CPAs” event for local accounting students and CPAs. On Tuesday, April 29 from 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. the chapter will host a mix and mingle reception and panel presentation for students from Texas A&M-Corpus Christi and Texas A&M-Kingsville to get a glimpse of the accounting scene in the Coastal Bend.

All chapter members are invited to attend. CPA members in attendance will receive a résumé book highlighting the experiences and education of the local talent at each school. This may be a great opportunity for students to find their next job and for CPAs to find their next new hire.
Download the Program Brochure and Registration Form. (.PDF)
 
Fraud Conference – April 25
Your chapter is bringing you a new opportunity to earn CPE credit while getting the latest information on a hot topic. A one-day Fraud Conference offering up to nine hours of CPE is coming to the Solomon Ortiz Center on Friday, April 25. For only $99, you will see a full line-up of excellent speakers from the police chief, to an FBI representative, to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners this conference is one you don’t want to miss.
Conference brochure. (.PDF)
Register online. (.PDF)
May 9 Luncheon – CPE Offered
The chapter’s next luncheon is scheduled for May 9 at the Corpus Christi Town Club. Debra Brandon with Davis, Clark and Company in Dallas will present a one-hour CPE session on non-profit accounting.

This will be the last luncheon before our summer break. Make plans to attend and take advantage of the early bird registration discount by registering before May 2.
Register today. (.PDF)
 
Students Recognized and Staffing Issues Discussed at March Luncheon
At the March Chapter Luncheon, four local students were recognized for their achievements in pursuing their accounting education and David Bergstein from CCH gave members an update on staffing and recruiting issues in the profession.

Attendees got a glimpse of the future of the accounting profession and gained some insight into what is to come. Congratulations to Waylon Collins, David Kimble, Nykol Love, and Anna Molina on being recognized for their achievements in pursuing an accounting degree!
 

Upcoming CPE in the Corpus Christi Chapter Area

April 25
Fraud Conference (.PDF) – 9 hours CPE | Register online.
May 9
Chapter Luncheon (.PDF) – 1 hour CPE
May 21
Business Fraud Update – Satellite Broadcast – 8 hours CPE
 

Welcome New Student Members…
Alex Gonzalez
Anthony Ma

TSCPA NEWS AND INFORMATION

Membership Renewal
is Even Easier
Now it's even easier to renew your TSCPA membership. After April 15, TSCPA will send you an e-mail message with a link to a secure online dues renewal system. You can renew your membership, update your records, print a receipt, or if you prefer, print a statement to be mailed or faxed in with your payment. Watch your e-mail for more details.

Paper invoices will be mailed to members who have not provided an e-mail address or have asked to receive their dues statement by mail. To see whether we have yours on file, go to the My Membership area of the TSCPA Web site (tscpa.org), select Update My Records from the drop-down menu and log in.

Help Yourself
to TSCPA Resources
The TSCPA Web site is a source for a wealth of information, much of it for members only. Are you taking advantage of all that’s available to you? Go to tscpa.org.

TSCPA Awards
Do you know of a TSCPA member who has exhibited a strong commitment to the accounting profession?

Does someone in your chapter make substantial service contributions to your community?

Is the next Young CPA of the Year in your hometown?

Consider nominating a member for one of TSCPA’s service awards. Categories include Meritorious Service to the Accounting Profession in Texas, Distinguished Public Service, Honorary Fellow, Outstanding TSCPA Committee Chairman, Young CPA of the Year, and Honorary Member.

Get details through the TSCPA Web site, at tscpa.org, or contact Melinda Bentley at TSCPA. (E-mail mbentley@tscpa.net; phone 800-428-0272 x 279 or 972-687-8579.)

The deadline for nominations is April 23.

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