St. Louis Chapter
Chapter Profile
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The St. Louis Chapter has approximately 4,600 members and is made up of the following counties: Crawford, Franklin, Jefferson, Lincoln, St. Charles, St. Francois, St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Ste. Genevieve, Warren, Washington
Chapter Leadership
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President
Vincent P. Thomas, CPA
MasterCard Worldwide
President-Elect
Michele K. Smith, CPA
Secretary/Treasurer
Adam S. Prest, CPA
Immediate Past-President
Washington University-St. Louis
Accounting Careers Task Force Chair
Venable M. Houts Jr., CPA
Timothy M. Dierker, CPA
LarsonAllen LLP
Tax & Emerging Issues Task Force Chair
Joseph Marchbein, CPA
Jack P. Fitter, CPA, APC
Social/Networking Task Force Chair
Steven M. Tripi, CPA
Huber, Ring, Helm & Co., P.C.
To contact your officers, visit the Member Directory.
Chapter Events The recipient of this award will be honored at the chapter’s New CPA Dinner on May 20. • Nominee’s Name • Nominator’s Name If you have co-workers who have recently passed the exam or earned their license, this is an excellent way to show your support for their accomplishments. Also, firms are invited to reserve a table of eight for this event. Overall, this event is just another way to show your support of the profession, network with others, and to meet successful individuals entering the CPA profession. Where: Time: The cost of your ticket will include the following:
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ANNUAL MEETING & "AFTER-TAX-SEASON SOCIAL"
Bring your co-workers and friends to Dressel's to share in the St. Louis Chapter's first beer tasting event. This festive event not only provides the perfect setting for networking, but also for enjoying unique beers and hors d'oeuvres. During the Annual Meeting, we'll elect the 2010-2011 St. Louis Chapter Officers.
When:
Thursday, April 29
Where:
Dressel's Public House
419 N. Euclid
St. Louis, MO 63108
Agenda:
5:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Registration
6:00 p.m. - 6:20 p.m. Annual Meeting
6:20 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Beer Tasting & Networking
Fee:
$20 Members
$25 Non-Members
Click here to register.
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ST. LOUIS CHAPTER'S CPA OF THE YEAR AWARD
Do you know a chapter member who should be recognized for his or her contributions to the accounting profession, the community, or for a special achievement? If so, show your appreciation by nominating him or her for the St. Louis Chapter “CPA of the Year” award.
To submit your nomination, please send an email to Dana Seipp at dseipp@mocpa.org with the information listed below.
Nomination Information:
• Nominee’s Company Name
• Nominee’s Contact Information
• Selection Criteria (please provide detail on the following)
- Contribution to the accounting profession
- Contribution to the MSCPA
- Contribution to community
- Special contributions/achievements from January 1, 2009 to present
• Nominator’s Company Name
• Nominator’s Contact Information
Nominations must be received by 5:30 p.m. on April 30 to be considered.
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NEW CPA RECOGNITION DINNER
Join the St. Louis Chapter on May 20 as they honor those who have recently passed the Uniform CPA Examination, as well as those who have obtained their CPA licenses since November 2009. Members will also enjoy the opportunity to view the galleries at The Sheldon, which consists of the Bellwether Gallery of St. Louis Artists, History of Jazz Gallery, Gallery of Photography, Bernoudy Gallery of Architecture and Gallery of Children’s Art.
In addition, attendees will recognize the St. Louis Chapter CPA of the Year Award winner, and much more! Y98’s Phillips and Company morning show host, Guy Phillips will serve as Master of Ceremonies.
When:
Thursday, May 20
Where:
The Sheldon
3648 Washington Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63108
Agenda:
5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Registration & Networking Reception in the Atrium (view galleries)
6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. Dinner in the Sheldon Ballroom
6:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Program
Fee:
$40 Members/Non-Members
(Exam Passers and New Licensees are complimentary guests of the chapter.)
Event Code:
L0520
Click here to register.
Click here to download registration form.
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A NIGHT AT THE BALLPARK
Enjoy a summer’s night of fresh air and networking with fellow chapter members, while watching the Cardinals take on the Houston Astros. A limited number of tickets are available, so act fast!
When: 
Tuesday, August 3
Busch Stadium
Homer’s Landing
700 Clark Street
St. Louis, MO 63102
7:15 p.m.
Fee:
$45 Members /Non-Members
(10 ticket limit per firm)
• A two-hour, all-you-can-eat buffet that includes hot dogs, brats & nachos and beverages soda & beer)
• Buffet begins 30 minutes prior to scheduled game time
Course Code:
L0803
To register for this event, please contact Dana Seipp at 314-392-5823 or dseipp@mocpa.org.
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