LATEST ARTICLES | MAY 2012
Mentoring Makes a Difference
No need to convince Renee C. Aloisio about the importance of mentoring programs. The Director of Internal Operations at Providence’s LGC&D LLP, says she likely would have left the firm and the accounting profession altogether if her mentors didn’t take an interest in her early career.
Local CPAs Have National Roles
The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) is a 377,000 member organization representing CPAs from more than 128 different countries, and thousands throughout the United States. Membership ranges from professionals in business and industry, public practice, government, education, student affiliates, and international associates.
AICPA Is Helping To Improve Your Business
Most tax practitioners are more than willing to take on new business. But how can you form new relationships and help expand your clientele? The AICPA can likely help. Our national membership organization recently made available a free Tax Practitioner’s Toolkit for Small Firms to help you promote your practice and communicate your unique qualifications as a provider of accounting services.
An Incredible Honor and Terrific Year
To serve as President of the RISCPA for the past year has been an incredible honor. The year has flown by and I thank all of you for this unique opportunity.
RISCPA Takes a Stand on Latest Legislation and Proposals
This past month has been extremely busy for the RISCPA at the General Assembly as the legislature prepared to go on their April break. In recent weeks, the Society has actively pursued four issues that are priorities for our members.
The Fabulous Flying CPA
Kristy Armstrong, of Charlestown RI, has a wonderful story. In fact, she has many wonderful stories that help define her.
Johnson & Wales President Delivers Keynote Address at Annual Meeting
Dr. Mim Runey, Providence Campus President and Chief Operating Officer of Johnson & Wales University, was the keynote speaker for RISCPAs Annual Meeting, which took place at the Providence Marriott on April 25th. Dr. Runey shared her insights as to how she and the university are helping college students adapt to the marketplace today and beyond.
Local Accounting Students Earn National Title
Looking to fulfill a demand in the cosmetic market for all-natural products, the makeup company needed to decide whether to acquire a small-size successful company to fill the void or to build their own products from scratch.
RISCPA Rolls Out the Red Carpet for its Members
It’s not a coincidence that the RISCPA Annual Meeting and Dinner falls just prior to the end of its fiscal year. It’s inherent in your Society’s by-laws. And while we slightly deviated from the “third Tuesday” rule this year, Wednesday, April 25th turned out to be an outstanding night for the program which was held at the Providence Marriott Hotel.
Taking Advantage of RISCPAs Educational and Networking Opportunities
Marc Genereux loves to learn. He always has. That’s why the chief financial officer at Bliss Properties, a Providence-based commercial real estate firm, was initially drawn to the RISCPA 30 years ago.
Events
Mark your calendars! Here are some upcoming events in the area for RISCPA members.
