HSCPA 64th Annual Conference

This year's 64th Annual Conference on November 8, 2024 will feature exciting discussions of what's been happening throughout the year from modernizing accounting, to artificial intelligence, and yes, ongoing corruption in Hawaii. 

Leader, powerful, driving force, passionate about the profession, energetic - just some ways to describe Carla McCall, CPA, CGMA, Chair of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and Co-Chair of the Association. The accounting profession continues to navigate the changing and challenging business environment. We've been resilient by seizing opportunities, while providing guidance to accelerate and lead the evolution of client services and business practices. In this professional issues update, Carla will share how the profession is accelerating and leading to grow services, connections and confidence while also keeping the profession attractive, prosperous and exciting for the next generation of CPAs and CGMAs. 

We continue to hear of political corruption in Hawaii - very serious and undermines the public's trust in our system. Alexander "Ali" Silvert returns for another riveting discussion on criminal versus non-criminal corruption, ethical obligations of AG lawyers, and the pervasive problem of giving false testimony. And, of course, the failure of the Legislature to pass meaningful campaign finance reform. Will there by any political fallout from the New York Times/Civil Beat expose? Ali will keep you wanting to hear more! Also, purchase a specially-priced new revised edition of The Mailbox Conspiracy with a new up-to-date epilogue, more photos and documents, and some new information. Purchase it here and pick up at the Conference on November 8th. 

One of the Top 25 Thought Leaders in the profession, Donny Shimamoto, CPA, CITP, CGMA, will discuss how we can enhance accounting services using artificial intelligence (AI). There's a lot of hype around AI and how it will revolutionize the way we work. Some people have even said it will replace accountants. While this is still probably years off, there are some AI tools that are ready for accountants to adopt now. This session will look at the ways that AI can already be used in audit, tax, and finance. We'll also discuss the cybersecurity and privacy implications of AI and what you shou8ld be doing to mitigate those risks. 

Timely updates, useful information, and amazing discussions for 7 hours of quality CPE, enough food to fill your belly, fun SWAG, Happy Hour and hella fun - even your parking is covered! Don't miss this event and register now!