Corpus Christi Chapter E-Newsletter
March 2008

HELPFUL LINKS

Texas State Board of Public Accountancy

Texas Comptroller

Texas Online

City of Corpus Christi

2006 MAP Survey Results

Message from the President
Spring Break. For some of us, those two words are a thing of the past. We haven’t had a break in years! For others, it means packing up the family and heading somewhere for a little R&R. And for our students, well it means time to celebrate! A semester is almost over and they’ve been given some time to enjoy the South Texas sun. We want to celebrate with our students at the March Chapter Luncheon.
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Jerry Spence, CPA
Corpus Christi Chapter President

March Luncheon – CPE
and Student Recognition
The March Chapter Luncheon will feature a CPE presentation from David Bergstein with CCH. Mr. Bergstein will discuss the current staffing and recruiting issues faced by CPAs.

We will also be recognizing chapter scholarship recipients and TSCPA’s Accounting Excellence Award winners from the chapter area.

Register early and take advantage of the early bird discount (expires March 21).
Register Today! (.PDF)
Fraud Conference – April 25
Your chapter is always seeking ways to add value to your membership. This year, we’ve added a one-day Fraud Conference to the calendar bringing nine hours of CPE to your backyard.

For only $99, you will see a full line-up of excellent speakers brought in to discuss this hot topic. From the police chief, to an FBI representative, to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, this conference is sure to offer valuable continuing education.
Conference Brochure. (.PDF)
Register online. (.PDF)

February Luncheon – What a Crowd!
Your chapter partnered with the Corpus Christi Bar Association for the February luncheon. Speaker Bill Chriss discussed social science research and what it tells us about ethical behavior. Over 80 attended and networked with their fellow CPAs and local attorneys.

Who Represents Your Profession Best?
It’s time to nominate your fellow chapter members who have led the way in promoting and protecting the CPA profession in Corpus Christi. Take a minute to think about who represents your profession the best and thank them with a nomination for a chapter award. Nominations are due March 31.
Nominate Someone Today! (.PDF)


Upcoming CPE in the Corpus Christi Chapter Area

March 28
Chapter Luncheon (.PDF)
 
April 25
Fraud Conference (.PDF) – 9 hours CPE | Register online. (.PDF)

Welcome New Members…
Amy Hernandez, CPA
Ongoro Aluga, CPA
Dianna Doebbler, Student Member

TSCPA NEWS AND INFORMATION

Financial Literacy
Now that tax season has rolled around, many taxpayers will be seeking CPA services and trying to learn about recent tax law changes.

Thanks to the American Institute of CPAs’ (AICPA) new tax season presentation materials, you can showcase your expertise and help people in your community without having to spend precious time writing a speech.

The AICPA’s Tax Saving Tips presentation includes a speech and PowerPoint slides. These Speakers Bureau resources are available in the Resource Center on tscpa.org by clicking on Member Communities, then Volunteer.

You can also request free brochures on the topic by e-mailing Jennifer Nimmo jnimmo@tscpa.net or phoning 800-428-0272x652 / 972-687-8652.

Download the Presentation Materials.

Accounting Career Education (ACE)
Spring showers not only bring May flowers, they also bring career fairs.  A good way to connect students with the CPA profession is by volunteering to help your chapter with classroom presentations and career fairs. 

Also, TSCPA has sent an ACE postcard to chapter-selected schools. The postcard reminds teachers to call on TSCPA if they need free materials or guest speakers during the spring semester. Let your chapter know if you are interested! Or e-mail Donna Fritz dfritz@tscpa.net or phone 800-428-0272x201 / 972-687-8501.

Depression Can Be Helped
Sad and tired all the time? Feel the pressures of your job are crushing you? It could be more than the winter blahs; you might be suffering from depression. The TSCPA Accountants Confidential Assistance Network (ACAN) is there for you. Phone 866-766-ACAN. All we want to do is help. All you need to do is call!
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