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July 15 - 16, 2010 | San Francisco, CA
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
888.421.1442
$199 per single/double room
Hotel Reservation Cut-Off: June 8
Register online
Developing capable firm leaders is a priority for any CPA firm. This conference offers a variety of technical and non-technical sessions designed to assist CPA firm leaders to acquire and develop skills important to their success. The sessions are appropriate for firm leaders and those transitioning into firm leadership roles. For the many auditors who have participated in AuditWatch University staff training programs, this conference is a capstone to their AuditWatch University experience.
Conference Objectives
This conference will focus on the practical application of skills and knowledge needed by those in public accounting firm leadership.
Who should attend?
Audit Managers, new Directors and Partners in Public Accounting.
Conference Speakers
Speakers for this event will include AuditWatch instructors Jex Varner, CPA, and Chris Martin, CPA.
Date and Location
July 15 - 16, 2010 | San Francisco, CA
Registration Fee
$789 (Main Conference)
CPE Credit
16 Hours (Main Conference)
Intermediate | Auditing, Accounting, Professional Development
To Register
Call 800.231.1860 or register online here.
CONFERENCE SESSION TOPICS
Engagement Economics: Keeping the Eye on the Bottom Line
Whether you lead an engagement, a practice group, department or a firm the financial side is critical. In this session we will discuss common metrics used to drive and measure performance and share insights on improving the economics at your firm.
Developing and Retaining Talent
One of the key roles of a leader is the retention and development of other team members. Turnover can be devastating to client services and efficiency goals. In this exciting hands-on participative session, find out what you can do to increase engagement, satisfaction and retention of "key employees.” Also explore methods for energizing and improving the skills and performance of your team.
Effective Communication Strategies
Whether it is a board meeting, exit conference, formal presentation or informal meeting you are presenting your ideas frequently. This session will provide strategies for delivering the message effectively.
Effective Communications: Practical Application
For those participants hoping to further improve their communication skills, this session is designed to provide hand-on practice of various skill points. Participants will engage in interactive exercises that will help them identify communication weaknesses and strategies for improvement.
Fraud Brainstorming and Interviewing Techniques
The potential for client fraud to occur continues to be at higher levels throughout nearly all businesses. Strengthen your fraud discussion facilitation and interviewing techniques with expert guidance and hands on skills application.
Conflict Management and Issue Resolution: Strategies That Work
This session will explore strategies for managing and resolving conflict. The session will also cover resources available to help participants identify and manage essential team and client interactions. Learn how more effectively handle those interactions and realize the benefits for firm professionals at all levels.
Strategies for Maintaining and Growing Your Practice
Some people love the business development process, some are apprehensive, but we are all involved in some way. Addressing an ever pressing need this session will help you better understand the business development process and identify successful development tips and techniques.
Implementing Best Practices on Audit Engagements
A sharing of best practices on completing effective and efficient audits, as accumulated by the experts at AuditWatch. This session touches upon the most significant opportunities most firms have for improvement.
Work/Life Balance and Managing Stress
Finding balance or integration in life and work continues to be essential to longevity in the accounting profession. Effectively managing stress goes a long way in achieving that balance. Learn proven techniques for reducing stress and enhancing performance and contentment in the workplace.
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