Summary of Council Initiatives

The Business & Industry Advisory Council has been actively working on behalf of our members in industry. Here are just a few of the resources and programs the council has helped develop.

Resources for CPAs in Industry

A website tailored to industry members
Biweekly industry e-newsletters with the latest industry and society news emailed to members
Resources for members transitioning from public practice to industry
Information about maintaining the credential while in industry
Free interactive infocasts designed for industry CPAs
“Ask the Council” link through which members can send questions and ideas to the Business & Industry Advisory Council

Promoting the Value of the Credential

Value enhancement materials, which promote the CPA credential, that members can share with employers, colleagues and business partners
Outstanding CPA in Industry Award as part of the annual MSCPA awards program
Additional industry-focused articles in The ASSET, including a new organization spotlight

Professional Development & Networking Opportunities

Information about industry-focused CPE courses
Industry Networking Roundtables at which members can exchange ideas and build their network
Financial literacy volunteer opportunities by which members can share the financial literacy message with their organization or community group
A business and industry message forum that serves as an online communication tool for members
Monthly e-newsletter surveys with raffle for CPE discount

For more information about these initiatives, please email industry@mocpa.org or contact Holly Matthews at 800.264.7966.