The 2010 Multi-state CPE & Ski Conference supported by twenty-two state CPA societies is pleased to bring you the very best CPE & Ski Conference at the number one snow ski resort in the United States - Vail, Colorado. The Conference features six 4-hour sessions on a wide variety of today’s most popular CPE topics. The six CPE instructors rank among the top CPE instructors in the United States.

Conference Schedule:

Conference Information:

Objective: To provide CPAs with practical, updated information on the most common issues in the areas of accounting, auditing, tax, and computer technology.

Designed for: CPAs in public practice, industry, government, and education.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of each of the topics covered.

Level: Update, All levels

Developer: K2 Enterprises

CPE Credit: Sessions are offered in 4-hour blocks over a three day period with a total of 24 CPE hours possible.  Minimum of 8 hours.

Conference Fees:  8 CPE hours - $160

                             12 CPE hours - $240    Payment is due at

                             16 CPE hours - $320    time of registration!

                             20 CPE hours - $400

                             24 CPE hours - $480

How to Register: Please contact the Colorado Society of CPAs at 303.773.2877

About Lion Square Lodge:

Lion Square Lodge and Conference Center presents you with a premier ski/in ski/out resort in the heart of the Colorado Rockies.  Just outside the door is Vail’s only gondola and the Born Free Express high-speed quad lift.  The famous shops, restaurants, and nightlife of Vail and Lionshead are an easy walk from the property.  Each Lodge Room includes a small refrigerator and coffee maker.  All condos include a fireplace, fully equipped kitchens, electric barbecue grills, and balconies offering dramatic views of the surrounding Rocky Mountains.

For more information regarding Vail, please visit www.vail.com.

Conference Topic Descriptions:

Excel Best Features for Accountants

Monday, January 11, 2010, 7:30 – 11:00 a.m. – Presented by: William Fleenor

Even many accountants who use Excel daily and consider themselves advanced users are not aware of some of Excel’s most powerful features.  These powerful but underutilized features are the subject of this session, which is sure to increase your productivity.  In this session, you will learn how to take advantage of many Excel features that are both easy to use and provide great benefits in situations accountants encounter regularly. Come be amazed at how much more productive you can be with Excel! 

Outlook for Accountants: Get Organized Today

Monday, January 11, 2010, 4:10 – 7:40 p.m. - Presented by: Val Steed

E-mail is the number one computer-based communications tool in use today and Microsoft Office Outlook is the most utilized e-mail client for business communications, yet few users have received formal training in Outlook.  Learn how to use Outlook to become more organized, to secure messages and other critical information, to manage tasks and projects, to maintain control over your calendar, and to collaborate with others more effectively.  Attend this session and learn how to take control of the critical information stored in Outlook and to better use this essential business application.

Federal Tax Update

Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 7:30 - 11:00 a.m. - Presented by: TBD   

Audit and Accounting Update

Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 4:10 – 7:40 p.m. – Presented by: Brian Tankersley

Tech Update

Wednesday, January 13, 2010, 7:30 - 11:00 a.m. - Presented by: Randy Johnston

You have enough to consider with changing accounting, auditing, and tax regulations and managing through the economy. How can you stay up with the changes in technology? This session provides a valuable overview of the changes in technology that affect you today, as well as in the future. In this session, you will learn about hardware, software, and strategic options that provide improved efficiency and productivity. Attend this overview of significant hardware, software and other technologies to improve your productivity, both professionally and personally.

PDF Forms and More

Wednesday, January 13, 2010, 4:10 - 7:40 p.m. - Presented by: Tommy Stephens

You’ve worked with PDF files for years, but did you know that you quickly and easily can turn routine paper-based forms into interactive, fill-in PDF documents? Imagine converting timesheets, expense reports, job applications, time-off requests, and all of your other forms into interactive PDF documents that are automatically distributed and responses automatically collected and summarized. Now also imagine using PDFs for multimedia presentations, workpaper reviews, secured email transmissions, and more. Attend this session and learn about the near limitless possibilities of PDF forms, documents, and presentations!

About Conference Instructors:

William C. Fleenor, CPA.CITP, PhD

• Past Chair of the AICPA’s National Microcomputer Conference
• Published articles in the Journal of Accountancy & CPA Journal
• Winner of the AICPA “Accounting Educator of the Year Award”
• Has conducted continuing education for CPAs in 47 states

Val D. Steed, CPA.CITP, MA

• Past Chair - AICPA’s National Technology Conference
• Four-year member - AICPA’s Information Technology Executive Committee
• Three-year recipient - AICPA’s Outstanding Discussion Leader Award
• Three-year member – AICPA’s Strategic Planning Committee

Randolph P. Johnston, M.C.S., M.C.P

• One of the 2004-2008 Accounting Today Top 100 Most Influential People
• One of nine technology stars in the U.S. - Accounting Technology Magazine
• Has started and owns multiple businesses
• Taught technology at Hutchinson Community College, James Madison University, Western Washington University, and the University of Central Oklahoma
• Thirty-one years management and technology consulting experience!

Thomas G. Stephens, Jr., CPA.CITP

• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Major in Accounting, Auburn University
• Master of Science, Major in Finance (emphasis in Corporate Finance), Georgia State University
• Twenty-two Years of Public Accounting Experience, Five Years of Corporate Internal Auditing Experience, Four Years of Corporate and Cost Accounting Experience
• Fourteen Years of Experience as a Continuing Professional Education Discussion Leader
• Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants; Past Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors
• To Date, Has Presented Over 950 Continuing Education Courses to Over 25,000 Participants

Brian F. Tankersley, CPA.CITP

• Practicing CPA and Certified Information Technology Professional
• Frequent speaker for numerous state CPA societies
• Writes and publishes a nationally recognized blog on accounting technology (www.cpatechblog.com) and has published articles in professional journals
• 15 years of professional experience in accounting, technology, and education