Inland Empire Chapter
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President's Message
April 23, 2013
By Alex Lemos, CPA, MBA
Raise your glasses everyone! First, I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to past president Ted Collins on building a great foundation for myself and future chapter presidents to continue to work on and grow our chapter success. Like any organization, strong leadership and honoring those who have served before you is key.
Let me start by telling you a little bit about myself. I’ve been serving the chapter since 2007 in many capacities: YEP Committee chair, sponsorship chair, director, treasurer and vice president. Additionally, I’ve spent a lot of time participating in both the Tax and Business and Industry committees. I’m the controller for Hangar 24 Craft Brewery, LLC and its related companies located in beautiful Redlands. As someone who was born and raised in Redlands, being able to work for a fast-growing and exciting company is really something special to me. And, when I really think about it, being able to lead our chapter is something near and dear to my heart. What makes it so special is that I’m a direct product of this region, from going to school at California State University San Bernardino for my bachelor’s degree and attending University of Redlands for my MBA, to working in my first professional position with Smith Marion & Co. CPAs out of the Grand Terrace office. My wonderful wife and daughter would agree that the Inland Empire is as much a part of me as I am of it.
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Chapter News
The Audit and Accounting and Nonprofit committees would like you to join us for a roundtable discussion regarding the practical impact the Clarity Standards have made on the profession. Come hear about the changes to the audit reports, engagement letters and other audit aspects to be aware of.
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Join us for our annual golf tournament—The CPA Shootout. The format is four-person scramble. We have the opportunity to play a premier course during prime season. Fee includes food, golf cart, practice range, special contests, prizes and more. Additional events include a putting contest, raffle and other activities.
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Come to our Management of an Accounting Practice Committee Group and hear from CPA and attorney Dave Klasing about criminal and other tax war stories. This engaging presentation covers FBAR requirements, Kovel agreements, ethical requirements, vicarious liability and many other real world situations.
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CalCPA News
CalCPA’s Accounting Education Committee is accepting nominations for the 2012-13 Outstanding Accounting Educator Award.
The award recognizes contributions to accounting education from demonstrated excellence in teaching and/or endeavors in research over a sustained period of time through:
- Excellence in teaching and mentoring, as evidenced by receiving various awards or citations;
- Educational innovation, including developing curriculum, case studies and new programs;
- Published articles in professorial or academic journals and/or written textbooks for use in accounting classes;
- Significant involvement in professional and/or academic societies and related activities.
Nominations are due by May 6. You may submit nominations online.
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