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.

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.

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: W. Val Oveson, CPA, ADRP

The very latest in Federal income tax information. What tax benefits were extended and for how long: rates on dividends and long term capital gains. Possible tax changes to pay for reforms and deficits. Updates on important tax cases decided in 2009 and what is hot with the IRS.
Audit and Accounting Update
Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 4:10 – 7:40 p.m. – Presented by: Brian Tankersley

Learn how most recent changes in GAAP and GAAS will impact Financial Statements and audits in 2010. This session is designed to accommodate the needs of auditors, accountants performing compilations and reviews, as well as business owners and financial officers.

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!

• 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

• 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

• 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!

• 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

• 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

• Founder and managing member of Oveson and Associates, PLLC,
• Formerly held positions in business and government including CFO of Davis Behavioral Health, VP of Government Relations with CGI, CIO of the State of Utah, Managing Director at PricewaterhouseCoopers, National Taxpayer Advocate of the IRS, Chair of the Utah State Tax Commission, Lt. Governor of Utah, State Auditor of Utah and private CPA practice
• Holds BS degree in Accounting and postgraduate certification in Conflict Resolution
• Licensed CPA and mediator in Utah
• Current member of AICPA’s Tax Policy and Legislation Committee