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SUMMARY:Mastering multiple compliance frameworks
DESCRIPTION:In today’s rapidly evolving regulatory landscape\, managing information security and compliance can be a daunting task. Organizations are often required to adhere to multiple frameworks\, each with its own set of standards and requirements. Join Baker Tilly’s IT Risk Advisory professionals as we help you navigate the complexities of multiple compliance frameworks\, including System and Organization Controls (SOC)\, HITRUST\, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)\, the National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF) and NIST 800-53.   \n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, we will discuss:  \n\n\n\n\nThe challenges and benefits of a unified approach to multiple frameworks \n\n\n\nInsights into SOC 2\, HITRUST CSF\, HIPAA\, NIST CSF and NIST 800-53 \n\n\n\nHow to scope\, plan\, gather data and conduct risk assessments \n\n\n\nThe evolution of governance\, risk and compliance (GRC) platforms\, automation tools and collaboration platforms \n\n\n\n\nKey learning objectives    \n\n\n\nAfter attending this webinar\, participants will be able to:     \n\n\n\n\nDiscuss the importance of a unified approach to multiple compliance frameworks   \n\n\n\nDescribe practical guidance on how to plan\, conduct and report on such assessments  \n\n\n\nState the role of technology in streamlining the assessment process \n\n\n\n\nWho should attend?   \n\n\n\nIT professionals\, security officers\, compliance managers\, risk managers\, and anyone responsible for managing information security and compliance within their organization. \n\n\n\nMeet your presenters \n\n\n\nSamantha Boterman\, CISA\, CCSFP – Senior Manager\, Risk Advisory  \n\n\n\nNicole Kramer CCSFP\, CHQP – Senior Manager\, Risk Advisory \n\n\n\nInformation about CPE eligibility   \n\n\n\nThere are no prerequisites for this webinar\, and advance preparation is not required. There is no cost to attend this webinar.    \n\n\n\nA certificate of completion will be emailed to you four to six weeks after the event.    \n\n\n\nCPE credit: One (1) hour total credit   Level: Basic   Field of study: Auditing CPE host: Kim Chew   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n For more information regarding administrative policies such as complaint and refund policies\, please email learning@bakertilly.com.    \n\n\n\nBaker Tilly is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: nasbaregistry.org.  
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/mastering-multiple-compliance-frameworks/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditing
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SUMMARY:2025 Nonprofit Summit
DESCRIPTION:Nonprofit leaders are no stranger to adversity\, and ensuring your organization is primed to withstand top industry challenges is critical. Join our industry experts for four sessions on fraud risk and governance\, accounting standards\, AI and cyberthreats\, and tax updates. \n\n\n\nNonprofit organizations must constantly balance their mission alongside a plethora of industry challenges. From the rise of fraud risk to audit requirements to navigating AI and cyberthreats to tax compliance\, it’s critical that your organization is prepared for change to ensure you can focus on meeting the needs of your staff\, community\, and constituents. A proactive approach to mitigating industry challenges is key — and it starts with the right strategy. \n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\nSession One | Wednesday\, February 26 | Preventing fraud in nonprofits through effective governance\n\n\n\nSession Two | Wednesday\, March 5 | Accounting standards update for nonprofit leadership\n\n\n\nSession Three | Wednesday\, March 12 | Embracing AI and managing cyberthreats in nonprofits\n\n\n\nSession Four | Wednesday\, March 19 | 2025 tax update for tax-exempt organizations\n\n\n\nFor more information regarding program cancellation policies\, please visit our webinar website or contact our offices at 248-352-2500. \n\n\n\nStaff wishing to express complaints regarding this training should contact the Learning Team at 248-223-3881. \n\n\n\nPlante & Moran\, PLLC\, is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors\, 150 Fourth Avenue North\, Suite 700\, Nashville\, TN 37219-2417 or by visiting the website: nasba.org of individual courses for CPE credit.
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/2025-nonprofit-summit/2025-03-12/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Specialized Knowledge
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SUMMARY:Sustainability trends and EPR requirements
DESCRIPTION:US states are imposing new reporting requirements\, taxes and fees to curb carbon emissions and fund climate-related projects. The potential divergence between US federal and state sustainability regulatory regimes under the new Trump administration\, as well as the difference between regimes in the US and foreign jurisdictions\, is creating both challenges and opportunities for businesses. \n\n\n\nJoin Ernst & Young LLP tax and sustainability professionals for an update on the latest state sustainability legislative and regulatory trends\, including extended producer responsibility (EPR) packaging programs\, which shift the burden of waste management from consumers to producers. Panelists also will explore steps companies should consider taking now to prepare for required compliance and reporting. \n\n\n\nThe following topics will be discussed: \n\n\n\n\nEvolving legislative and regulatory trends in state sustainability\n\n\n\nRequirements for existing and emerging EPR bills and implementing EPR packaging programs\n\n\n\nWays to evaluate reporting capabilities for effective EPR data collection and compliance\n\n\n\nIdentification of key organizational stakeholders to enable a comprehensive compliance approach to EPR\n\n\n\n\nPanelists \n\n\n\nJoseph Imbarlina\, Partner\, Indirect Tax Services\, Ernst & Young LLP \n\n\n\nChris Romans\, Partner\, Indirect Tax Services\, Ernst & Young LLP \n\n\n\nNicole Ray\, Senior Manager\, Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCaSS)\, Ernst & Young LLP \n\n\n\nModerator \n\n\n\nKristen Gray\, EY Americas Sustainability Tax Leader \n\n\n\nEY webcast managed and produced by Ernst & Young LLP’s Tax Technical Knowledge Services Group\, Washington\, DC: Lynn Fairfax
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/sustainability-trends-and-epr-requirements/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Specialized Knowledge
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SUMMARY:Q1 2025 Quarterly accounting webcast
DESCRIPTION:This webcast will cover key accounting and financial reporting considerations as companies close out Q1 2025. \n\n\n\nIf you are not able to join our webcast on March 12\, register for another session on March 18 or March 20. \n\n\n\nPresenter:Heather Horn\, PwC National Office Sustainability and Thought Leader \n\n\n\nWho should attend: Audit committee members\, CFOs\, controllers\, finance directors\, and others with a role in accounting and financial reporting. \n\n\n\nCPE Credit: Participants will be eligible for 1.5 CPE credits in the field of accounting for attending one of the 90-minute sessions and answering 6 out of the 7 polling questions. Since the content for the March 12\, March 18\, and March 20 sessions will be the same\, participants are only eligible to receive CPE for attending one session.
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/q1-2025-quarterly-accounting-webcast/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accounting
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SUMMARY:AI Innovations in NetSuite: Enhancing Business Operations
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful webinar on how NetSuite’s artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities can transform your business operations. Learn how to leverage AI to help improve productivity\, enhance decision-making\, and streamline processes across your organization. Watch a live demonstration of AI-powered features in NetSuite and get helpful tips for using AI in NetSuite. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\nUpon completion of this program\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify key AI-powered features available in NetSuite.\n\n\n\nDescribe how AI can automate routine tasks to help improve productivity.\n\n\n\nDiscuss the impact of AI on data analysis and reporting.\n\n\n\n\nCPE Information\n\n\n\n1.00 CPE Credit (pending approval)\n\n\n\nOne CPE credit (pending approval) in the Computer Software and Applications field of study may be awarded upon verification of participant attendance\, during live broadcast.
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/ai-innovations-in-netsuite-enhancing-business-operations/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Computer Software and Applications
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SUMMARY:IPO readiness: Strategies for fintech
DESCRIPTION:Event overview\n\n\n\nFor fintech and financial service companies\, embarking on the journey to go public requires thorough preparation. This webcast will provide an overview of the initial public offering (IPO) process\, critical steps to ensure your financial reporting\, internal controls and compliance processes are IPO-ready\, and pitfalls that can derail an IPO and/or result in poor performance post-IPO. \n\n\n\nOur industry leaders will share insights on aligning with regulatory requirements\, navigating common challenges and positioning your organization for a smooth and successful IPO process. Additionally\, we’ll explore the importance of legal structuring and regulatory compliance when considering the IPO process.
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/navigate-costs-and-compliance-in-government-contracting-2/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Finance
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SUMMARY:Building a Resilient Audit Function: Strategies to Thrive in Uncertain Times
DESCRIPTION:Description: \n\n\n\nIn today’s fast-paced and unpredictable risk landscape\, internal audit must be prepared to adapt and respond to emerging challenges. This webinar will explore practical insights on strengthening your audit function’s resilience\, enabling it to remain dynamic and effective during times of disruption. Learn how to anticipate and address evolving risks\, ensure continuity of audit activities\, and enhance your organization’s overall resilience through strategic audit planning and execution. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives:  \n\n\n\nAfter completing this session\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nDevelop adaptive audit plans that align with dynamic risk landscapes and organizational priorities.\n\n\n\nApply resilience-focused audit methodologies to proactively address emerging risks.\n\n\n\nIdentify strategies to maintain audit continuity and effectiveness during crises or disruptions.\n\n\n\nImplement frameworks to evaluate and enhance both audit function and organizational resilience.\n\n\n\n\nCPE Credit(s): 1 \n\n\n\nField of Study: Auditing \n\n\n\nInstructional Delivery Method: Group Internet Based \n\n\n\nLevel: Basic \n\n\n\nPrerequisite: None \n\n\n\nAdvanced Preparation: None  \n\n\n\n*Click here for more CPE Information. \n\n\n\nAuditBoard Webinar Series: Tune into the AuditBoard Webinar Series to hear from industry experts who will discuss the latest trends in audit\, risk\, and compliance\, and to gain actionable insights to help elevate your organization’s performance. Register Now to earn free CPE credits!
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/building-a-resilient-audit-function-strategies-to-thrive-in-uncertain-times/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Auditing
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SUMMARY:Tech CFOs Plan to Thrive in 2025
DESCRIPTION:Through several years of high interest rates\, stubborn inflation\, tight labor costs\, and slow dealmaking\, tech companies shifted their focus to sustainable\, profitable operations — rather than growth at all costs. But changing economic conditions are giving the industry an opportunity to recenter growth\, and tech CFOs expect their investments in strategies like cost optimization and product and service pivots to start bearing fruit. Success in this environment will depend on a company’s ability to move faster than their competitors and take advantage of emerging dealmaking and innovation opportunities. In our upcoming webcast\, “Tech CFOs Plan to Thrive in 2025\,” we’ll examine where tech CFOs are focusing this year\, and how they plan to chart a path toward growth. \n\n\n\nPlease join us on March 12th\, for our webcast\, “Tech CFOs Plan to Thrive in 2025” to learn how technology companies plan to pursue growth in a reactivated market. We’ll explore key findings from BDO’s 2025 Technology Industry CFO Outlook Survey\, including:  \n\n\n\n\nDiscuss what’s fueling tech CFOs’ optimistic outlook for the year ahead\n\n\n\nReview how tech CFOs view the state of their trust and security practices in 2025\n\n\n\nExamine why neglecting the tax function within your organization could cause tech companies miss out on opportunities\n\n\n\n\nCan’t make it to the webcast? Register now to receive the recording and presentation materials after the event.
URL:https://www.freelivecpe.com/event/tech-cfos-plan-to-thrive-in-2025/
LOCATION:Free Live CPE Webinars\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Specialized Knowledge
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