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THINK BEYOND TODAY. NJSCPA Convention & Expo, June 6-8, 2012

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6, 2012

8:00am-12:45pm	Registration
8:00-10:00am	Continental Breakfast For members, sponsors, exhibitors and registered guests Sponsored by The Provident Bank
9:00-11:30am	Pre-Convention Sessions (3 credits) The pre-convention sessions are an opportunity to jump-start the convention & expo experience. 1A. Accounting and Auditing Boot Camp (AA) Brad E. Muniz, CPA, CFP® – Sobel & Company LLC, CPAs This session will shape up your accounting and auditing skills with a thorough review of recent standards and guidance issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board and the American Institute of CPAs. [MORE] 1B. The Art of Negotiations for Women (PD) Marcella LoCastro, CPA, CITP – MLoCastro Consulting LLC This session will provide you with the tools needed to negotiate powerfully, effectively and with integrity. Learn how to avoid behavior that can sabotage your efforts, and walk away with practical tips for managing and succeeding at critical negotiations. [MORE] 1C. Apple’s iPad in the Accounting Profession (CS) - *This session is SOLD OUT* John Higgins, CPA, CITP – CPA Crossings This session is limited to 25 participants. Take your learning to the next level with a combination of an expertly led roundtable discussion and innovative, paperless materials using an Apple iPad, which will be provided for your use in the session. [MORE] 1D. Social Media Strategies for CPAs (CS) Rachael Bell and Don Meyer – New Jersey Society of CPAs This presentation goes beyond “What is social media?” and explores best practices for deploying social media initiatives that deliver measurable results. [MORE] 1E. Compensation Trends in Public Accounting (PM) Rachel Anevski, PHR – Smolin, Lupin & Co., PA Find out what your New Jersey competitors are offering in the way of salaries, benefits and incentives to staff – from entry-level members all the way through the executive team. [MORE]
11:30am-12:30pm	Expo Hall Opens/Lunch with Exhibitors Lunch sponsored by Wells Fargo Network with fellow members, sponsors and exhibitors over a casual luncheon.
12:30-1:00pm	Welcome and Opening Remarks NJSCPA President Carole A Hedinger, CPA – New Jersey State Lottery NJSCPA Executive Director Ralph Albert Thomas, CGMA
1:00-2:15pm	Opening General Session (1.5 credits SK) Making Sense of a Changing and Complex World Paul V. Stahlin, CPA – Fulton Bank of New Jersey Facilitated by L. Gary Boomer, CPA – Boomer Consulting, Inc. Regulatory, business and professional shifts are inevitable – and they’re occurring at a faster rate than ever before. Find out how accounting professionals must prepare, adjust and adapt, yet remain rooted in their foundational values and competencies. [MORE]
2:30-3:45pm	General Session (1.5 credits SK) Looking Ahead to a Mobile Era L. Gary Boomer, CPA – Boomer Consulting, Inc. Emerging Internet, cloud and mobile technologies are increasingly shifting work lives away from the corporate office altogether and toward an in-my-place and on-my-time regimen. Are you and your firm prepared to make the necessary changes? [MORE]
3:45-4:15pm	Networking with Exhibitors and Refreshment Break For members, sponsors, exhibitors and registered guests Sponsored by ADP
4:15-5:30pm	Concurrent Sessions (1.5 credits) 2A. A Road Map for the Next 15 Years (SK) Paul V. Stahlin, CPA – Fulton Bank of New Jersey During this facilitated brainstorming session with the expert and your peers, come up with workable solutions to shared business challenges. [MORE] 2B. Leveraging Technology: A Guide for Financial Professionals (CS) L. Gary Boomer, CPA – Boomer Consulting, Inc. James C. Bourke Jr., CPA, CITP, Past NJSCPA President – WithumSmith+Brown It’s all hands on-deck as you gain insight into today’s real-world IT challenges and – more importantly – learn how to prepare for tomorrow’s innovations. [MORE] 2C. Professional Presentation Skills (PD) Heather Sperduto – ADP Small Business Services If you deliver presentations within your firm or to an outside audience, this comprehensive seminar on conducting interactive, efficient presentations is a must-attend. [MORE] 2D. Apple’s iPad in the Accounting Profession (CS) - *This session is SOLD OUT* John Higgins, CPA, CITP – CPA Crossings This session, which is a repeat of session 1C, is limited to 25 participants. Take your learning to the next level with a combination of an expertly led roundtable discussion and innovative, paperless materials using an Apple iPad, which will be provided for your use in the session. [MORE] 2E. The FASB/IASB Lease and Revenue Recognition Projects (AA) John M. Fleming, CPA, M.B.A. – Loscalzo Associates, Ltd. This session will review the final exposure drafts of both projects and illustrate applications of the new guidance through examples. [MORE] 2F. 2012 Tax Update (TX) John M. Surgent, CPA – Surgent McCoy CPE, LLC Get an update on some of the new issues, laws, cases and rulings that will have practical implication for you and your clients. [MORE]
5:40-7:15pm	Welcome Cocktail Reception For members, sponsors, exhibitors and registered guests Stop by the Cocktail Reception, sponsored by PNC Bank, for refreshments. Talk with a new friend or catch up with your “regulars” over a drink. The reception is the perfect opportunity to interact and discuss the day’s events. Connect with your peers, exhibitors and presenters who share your commitment – and your challenges. Build long lasting business relationships in this informal setting.
9:00-10:30pm	International Coffee, Cordial and Dessert Reception For members, sponsors, exhibitors and registered guests End the evening with a cocktail or cup of coffee and dessert, and continue to share, bond and build relationships at this reception sponsored by TD Bank. End a full day of inspiring educational sessions and networking with other attendees, presenters and more! There’s a good chance you’ll take home contact information from your peers who are willing to continue to share their expertise throughout the year.

Day 1 CPE = 7.5 credits

THURSDAY, JUNE 7, 2012

7:00-7:45am	Continental Breakfast For members, sponsors, exhibitors and registered guests Sponsored by Northeast Planning Corporation
7:45-8:00am	Opening Remarks L. Gary Boomer, CPA – Boomer Consulting, Inc.
8:00-9:15am	General Session (1.5 credits EC) The Role of Regulation in Tomorrow’s Financial Industry Andrew Miller - The PNC Financial Services Group Facilitated by L. Gary Boomer, CPA – Boomer Consulting, Inc. Gain a better understanding of the factors that will affect regulation over the next 15 years. [MORE]
9:30-10:45am	General Session (1.5 credits PD) A Contract with Our Future Robert F. Kennedy Jr. – Natural Resources Defense Council Facilitated by L. Gary Boomer, CPA – Boomer Consulting, Inc. Gain an understanding of how good environmental policy is also good business policy, good economic policy and a good policy for posterity. [MORE]
10:45-11:30am	Networking with Sponsors and Exhibitors and Coffee Break For members, sponsors, exhibitors and registered guests Sponsored by Investors Bank
11:30am-1:10pm	General Session (2 credits PD) 2025: One Futurist’s Perspective Edie Weiner – Weiner, Edrich, Brown, Inc. Facilitated by L. Gary Boomer, CPA – Boomer Consulting, Inc. Ms. Weiner will offer her advice on acquiring global sensitivity and embracing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in an increasingly global and divisive – and thus fiercely competitive – business world. [MORE]
1:10-2:15pm	Business Lunch for Young CPAs At the same time, we’ll host a lunch designed for those under the age of 40. Share ideas, successes and lessons learned with your peers from all over the state. This is a members-only event. Networking and Lunch with Sponsors and Exhibitors For members, sponsors, exhibitors and registered guests Lunch sponsored by Wells Fargo
1:45-2:15pm	Prize Announcements, Expo Floor Closes
2:20-4:00pm	Concurrent Sessions (2 credits) *3A. A Contract with Your* Future** (PD) Robert F. Kennedy Jr. – Natural Resources Defense Council During this facilitated open forum session, Mr. Kennedy will field questions from all participants and lead a group discussion on carbon energy, sound environmental policies and more. [MORE] 3B. Profiting from Change (PD) Edie Weiner – Weiner, Edrich, Brown, Inc. Together with Ms. Weiner and your peers, identify the emerging trends that have will have a direct impact on your business and what you can do to capitalize on them. [MORE] 3C. Branding Yourself: Maximizing Your Influence and Building Your Credibility (PD) Marcella LoCastro, CPA, CITP – MLoCastro Consulting LLC Leading by example, Ms. LoCastro will teach you how to make a dazzling impression by developing your own brand and maximizing your influence. [MORE] 3D. Panel Session: Climbing the Ladder (PD) Especially for young accounting professionals Daniel Barbera, CPA, M.B.A. – Lydia Security Monitoring, Inc James Blake, CPA – WeiserMazars LLP Carolyn J. Slaski, CPA – Ernst & Young LLP Joseph F. Yospe, CPA, M.B.A. – The Madison Square Garden Company Receive advice from a panel of experts on standing out from the crowd by bringing in new business, communicating effectively in a multi-generational environment, networking with the right people, taking advantage of specialization opportunities and conquering obstacles. [MORE] 3E. Accounting Standards Update (AA) John M. Fleming, CPA, M.B.A. – Loscalzo Associates, Ltd. Hear a comprehensive review of the accounting standards updates (ASUs) issued in 2011 and 2012, including how their implementation will impact you and your clients. [MORE] 3F. Solar Energy Policy and Tax Investment Policies (TX) Alex Rivera – Vanguard Energy Partners Discuss the latest innovations and developments in the solar project finance environment, specifically as it relates to tax credits and investments. [MORE]
4:00-5:40pm	New Jersey Society of CPAs Annual Business Meeting (.5 credit PD) The Annual Business Meeting is open to all convention attendees. NJSCPA President Carole A. Hedinger, CPA, and NJSCPA President-elect Thomas F. Roche III, CPA, will review the year's major accomplishments, the association's financial condition and any new program initiatives for the coming year. The 2012/13 officers and all Society leaders will be installed.
6:30-7:30pm	Past Presidents Cocktail Reception For NJSCPA Past Presidents Only
7:00-8:00pm	Gala Cocktail Reception (Optional Event) Hosted by newly installed NJSCPA President Thomas F. Roche III, CPA
8:00-11:00pm	Roaring ‘20s Gala (Optional Event) Entertainment sponsored by Capital One Bank Relive the roaring twenties in Atlantic City at the NJSCPA Speakeasy with food, drink, gaming tables and hoopla. Appropriate attire is encouraged; jewels will be provided. Further information will follow.

Day 2 CPE = 7.5 credits

FRIDAY, JUNE 8, 2012

7:30-8:30am

Buffet Breakfast

8:30-11:00am

Post-Convention Sessions (3 credits)

4A. Audits or Reviews in the Current Economic Environment (AA)
Lawrence S. Gray, CPA – EisnerAmper LLP
Gain insight into the issues auditors and accountants must be aware of during these tough economic times. [MORE]

4B. Security and Fraud: What You Don’t Know about the IRS Criminal Investigation May Hurt You or Your Clients (PD)
Alan Drucker - Secure Investigations Consulting, LLC
By participating in interactive exercises, you’ll practice identifying and minimizing fraud risks; effectively dealing with law enforcement; and protecting the reputation of the CPA and your practice, while maintaining the accountant/client relationship. [MORE]

4C. Leadership Presentation Skills (PD)
Especially for young accounting professionals
This session is sponsored by the AICPA CPA Ambassador Program
Carol Preston – CommCore Consulting Group
Attend this session to improve your total presence and strengthen critical areas of business and interpersonal communications when presenting to various audiences. [MORE]

4D. Technology Boot Camp (CS)
Jaime Campbell, CPA, M.B.A., CTT, MCT – Bartolomei Pucciarelli, LLC
Find out what's new and worthwhile in the Office 2010 suite and in recent versions of QuickBooks during this session, which will be a combination of discussion and hands-on work. [MORE]

4E. Exposing Professional Liabilities in Your Firm (CS)
John F. Raspante, CPA, M.S.T., CDFA – North American Professional Liability Insurance Agency, LLC
As a CPA, you provide highly specialized services for many of your clients in a constantly changing environment. Therefore, it is critical that you are aware of potential liability risks for you and your firm. [MORE]

8:30-11:30am

Nuts ‘n’ Bolts NJSCPA Leadership Session (1 credit PD)
(For NJSCPA leaders only)
The Nuts ‘n’ Bolts leadership session will provide practical, easy-to-follow how-to’s to help you meet your NJSCPA leadership responsibilities. Learn the basics of your respective volunteer roles, whether it is how to be a responsible board member or how to operate your chapter or committee. This session will provide the guidance leaders at all levels need. Topics will include motivating volunteers, communicating more effectively, sharing best practices and handling challenges. Additionally, Ms. Hoffman will discuss three game-changing trends and strategies, and how you can leverage them to create an exceptional member volunteer experience. Nuts ‘n’ Bolts is required for all 2012/13 leaders.


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