SHARE:  NASBA’s 116th Annual Meeting took place in New York, NY, October 29-November 1. NASBA staff, board members, and representatives from 50 U.S. Boards of Accountancy came together to discuss the current state of NASBA, emerging issues within the accounting profession, and to acknowledge the past year of volunteer service and organizational success. Following the meeting’s ‘New Beginnings’ theme, keynote speaker Paul Zikopoulos spoke about how generative AI (artificial intelligence) is changing the workplace and the profession. AI was a popular topic of discussion throughout the meeting as Danielle Supkis Cheek also spoke on the topic and the ethics behind using AI. Also on the agenda was the announcement of the 2023-2024 Board of Directors, with Stephanie Saunders inaugurated as chair. Saunders addressed attendees and introduced her goals for the year to come. The latest developments regarding CPA Evolution were shared by NASBA’s Colleen Conrad and AICPA’s Michael Decker in preparation for the launch of the new CPA Exam in January 2024, and lastly, NASBA President and CEO Ken Bishop formally announced his retirement effective July 31, 2024. To view the highlight reel and photo gallery from the 116th Annual Meeting, click the following link: https://lightroom.adobe.com/shares/a97520d5554646259bce0df5a7e59ba6 |
