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SUMMARY:Global economic outlook: Thriving in a new normal
DESCRIPTION:In the first half of 2024\, we have witnessed significant global economic shifts\, shaped by a multispeed global economy\, persistent inflation uncertainty as central banks navigate the “last mile” of inflation control\, and the initial stages of cautious monetary policy easing. These dynamics are further complicated by key global elections\, adding a layer of political uncertainty that influences both market reactions and policy decisions. Alongside this\, sustained energy price volatility\, evolving trade regulations and rapid technological changes continue to drive varied responses in financial markets across different regions. Meanwhile\, geopolitical tensions persist\, significantly influencing global trade dynamics and shaping the strategic outlook for businesses and governments alike. \n\n\n\nAs business leaders face these evolving challenges\, resilience\, informed decision-making and agility remain more critical than ever. \n\n\n\nOur speakers will discuss:\n\n\n\n\nGlobal economic outlook for 2024: impacts of market shifts and policy changes\n\n\n\nGeopolitical dynamics: trade and economic implications\n\n\n\nInflation and policy responses: strategies of major central banks\n\n\n\nRecession indicators: identifying and mitigating risks\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers:\n\n\n\n\nNick Lardy\, Peterson Institute for International Economics\n\n\n\nGregory Daco\, EY-Parthenon Chief Economist\, Strategy and Transactions\, Ernst & Young LLP\n\n\n\nMarek Rozkrut\, EY EU & CESA Chief Economist; EMEIA Economists Unit Head\n\n\n\nLydia Boussour\, EY-Parthenon Senior Economist\, Strategy and Transactions\, Ernst & Young LLP
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/global-economic-outlook-thriving-in-a-new-normal/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Specialized Knowledge
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SUMMARY:MATERIAL WEAKNESS ANALYSIS AND LEADING PRACTICES
DESCRIPTION:OVERVIEW\n\n\n\nIn this session\, we will explore the concept of internal control material weaknesses and highlight their implications for financial reporting and business operations. We will dive into the common trends and emerging issues that contribute to material weaknesses\, providing real-world examples and case studies to illustrate their impact. \n\n\n\nParticipants will gain valuable insights into identifying key risk factors that lead to material weaknesses and will learn leading practices for strengthening internal controls to prevent and mitigate these deficiencies. \n\n\n\nThrough practical approaches and discussions\, attendees will leave equipped with actionable knowledge to foster a culture of internal control awareness within their organizations and to proactively address internal control challenges. \n\n\n\nMODERATOR\n\n\n\nJames Low\, Partner\, Financial Accounting and Advisory Services – Marcum LLP \n\n\n\nSPEAKERS\n\n\n\nRyan Foltyniewicz\, Director\, Advisory Services\, Marcum LLPJoe Layne\, Partner\, IT Risk Assurance and Advisory Services – Marcum LLPMichael McShea\, Director\, Financial Accounting and Advisory Services – Marcum LLP
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/material-weakness-analysis-and-leading-practices/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T130000
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SUMMARY:Fintech trends in M&A\, AI\, and income tax  
DESCRIPTION:Event details\n\n\n\nFintech industry leaders: Wondering where your next big opportunity – or challenge – might come from? \n\n\n\nGet up to speed on three critical topics for fintech companies today. In this CPE-eligible webinar\, our experienced fintech specialists will cover: \n\n\n\n\nThe merger and acquisition (M&A) life cycle\, due diligence\, and market trends\n\n\n\nChanges to income tax accounting disclosures and a refresher on valuation allowances\n\n\n\nArtificial intelligence (AI) governance as applicable to fintech\, including best practices and practical guidance\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nExecutives in the banking\, fintech\, and financial services industry \n\n\n\nPresenters\n\n\n\nClayton Mitchell\, Managing Principal\, Fintech \n\n\n\nKevin Brand\, Partner\, Consulting \n\n\n\nCody Lewis\, Partner\, Tax \n\n\n\nDavid Moncure\, Principal\, Consulting \n\n\n\nAdditional information\n\n\n\nFor additional information\, please contact Jon Losey. \n\n\n\nContinuing professional education\n\n\n\nPrerequisites: NoneProgram level: BasicAdvance preparation: NoneDelivery method: Webinar (group internet based)Field of study: Specialized knowledge \n\n\n\nThis session is recommended for 1.5 hours of CPE credit. \n\n\n\nNote: All participants MUST be logged into the webinar INDIVIDUALLY to receive CPE credit. CPE credit will only be granted in the name of the individual logged into the LIVE presentation. Crowe is unable to grant CPE credit for groups viewing the webinar or for viewing on-demand recordings of the webinar. \n\n\n\nThere is no registration fee for participating in this webinar; therefore\, there is no cancellation fee. \n\n\n\nAdditional CPE information
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/fintech-trends-in-ma-ai-and-income-tax/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Specialized Knowledge
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Latest Digital Asset Tax Reporting Regulations and Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Webcast overview\n\n\n\nOn June 28\, the U.S. Treasury and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released long-awaited final regulations on digital asset tax information requirements. These regulations were published in the Federal Register on July 9\, along with three additional pieces of guidance and transitional relief. \n\n\n\nKPMG LLP is pleased to invite you to this ninety-minute webcast that will examine the more than 350 pages of final regulations. This webcast will outline key provisions and highlight potential impacts on traditional custodial brokers\, including operators of custodial digital asset trading platforms\, certain digital asset hosted wallet providers\, digital asset kiosks\, and certain processors of digital asset payments (PDAPs). Professionals from the KPMG Information Reporting & Withholding Tax Services and industry representatives will discuss the following topics: \n\n\n\nWhat to expect next in terms of guidance \n\n\n\nFinal regulations overview \n\n\n\nImpacts to custodians\, wallet providers\, and PDAPs \n\n\n\nChanges to reporting requirements \n\n\n\nDeferrals and certain transition rules \n\n\n\nInformation reporting and withholding challenges
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/navigating-the-latest-digital-asset-tax-reporting-regulations-and-guidance/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Specialized Knowledge
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Latest Digital Asset Tax Reporting Regulations and Guidance
DESCRIPTION:Webcast overview\n\n\n\nOn June 28\, the U.S. Treasury and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released long-awaited final regulations on digital asset tax information requirements. These regulations were published in the Federal Register on July 9\, along with three additional pieces of guidance and transitional relief. \n\n\n\nKPMG LLP is pleased to invite you to this ninety-minute webcast that will examine the more than 350 pages of final regulations. This webcast will outline key provisions and highlight potential impacts on traditional custodial brokers\, including operators of custodial digital asset trading platforms\, certain digital asset hosted wallet providers\, digital asset kiosks\, and certain processors of digital asset payments (PDAPs). Professionals from the KPMG Information Reporting & Withholding Tax Services and industry representatives will discuss the following topics: \n\n\n\nWhat to expect next in terms of guidance \n\n\n\nFinal regulations overview \n\n\n\nImpacts to custodians\, wallet providers\, and PDAPs \n\n\n\nChanges to reporting requirements \n\n\n\nDeferrals and certain transition rules \n\n\n\nInformation reporting and withholding challenges
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/beyond-automation-generative-ai-and-the-evolution-of-indirect-tax-technology/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Specialized Knowledge
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SUMMARY:Industry Trends in Financial Services — Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Stay up to date on the latest in the financial services industry to help your organization identify opportunities\, foster innovation and growth\, and gain a competitive advantage. This complimentary webinar explores financial security within organizations\, where we delve into the crucial topics of fraud prevention\, internal controls\, and efficient systems. \n\n\n\nAt the end of this session\, you will be able to:\n\n\n\n\nIdentify fraud: Gain a comprehensive understanding of various fraud schemes\, their impact on organizations\, and emerging trends in fraudulent activities.\n\n\n\nName fraud prevention techniques: Discover effective strategies and techniques to help prevent and deter fraud within your organization\, including awareness campaigns\, internal controls\, and segregation of duties.\n\n\n\nDescribe internal controls: Learn how to establish and strengthen internal controls to enhance financial security. Explore recommended practices for designing control frameworks\, implementing control activities\, and monitoring compliance.\n\n\n\nIdentify efficient systems: Outline the importance of adopting efficient systems for financial operations. Explore tools\, technology\, and process efficiency strategies to improve productivity\, identify errors\, and reduce the risk of fraud.\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nThis session is designed for CEOs\, CFOs\, controllers\, finance directors\, financial managers\, board members\, trustees\, and other decision makers in financial services. \n\n\n\nPlease register by July 29\, 2024.
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/industry-trends-in-financial-services-part-2/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Specialized Knowledge
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SUMMARY:You’ve Been Selected for an ERC Audit\, Now What?
DESCRIPTION:Attend this webinar to:\n\n\n\n\nAssess the current landscape of the employee retention credit; including:\n\nUpdate on the IRS moratorium\n\n\n\nUpdate on refund litigation\n\n\n\n\n\nDefine required information to be provided to the IRS\n\n\n\nAnalyze results of ERC audits thus far and discuss what we expect going forward
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/youve-been-selected-for-an-erc-audit-now-what/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Taxes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T140000
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SUMMARY:Budgeting in a Meaningful Way
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview \n\n\n\nEffective budgeting is crucial for the sustainability and success of nonprofit organizations. This webinar provides comprehensive insights into creating and managing budgets that align with organizational goals\, ensure financial stability\, and support the mission of the nonprofit. Participants will learn how to develop meaningful budgets that drive strategic decision-making and enhance operational efficiency.
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/budgeting-in-a-meaningful-way/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Taxes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T140000
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SUMMARY:Unlocking the New Markets Tax Credit: Manufacturing Industry
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore how manufacturing companies can utilize the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) program to finance current and future capital investments in qualifying low-income communities.  \n\n\n\nThe NMTC program has been available since 2001 and provides below-market\, flexible financing to eligible projects\, with forgivable principal features after the specified compliance period. Given the competitive nature of the program\, projects applying for and receiving NMTC financing typically generate high community impacts\, such as quality job creation\, employee training programs\, and community involvement efforts. During this session\, you’ll learn about project eligibility factors and the application process for securing this lucrative cash benefit.
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/unlocking-the-new-markets-tax-credit-manufacturing-industry/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Taxes
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