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2026 Legislative Wins
September 10, 2026
The 2026 legislative wins highlights the success of the efforts of the ASCPA at the legislature.
Book Review: Simon Sinek's "Start With Why"
September 10, 2026
An in-depth review of Simon Sinek's "Start With Why" book. What the premise of the book is, how it is structured, value, critiques and how it gets you thinking.
Internship Turning Points
September 10, 2026
What are students looking for in an internship and what do previous interns have to say about their experience? Learn insights to help shape your own intern journey or help shape company culture to draw in more interns.
It's All About Trust
September 10, 2026
Ryan DeMenna of DeMenna Public Affairs recaps the 2026 legislative session and partnership with the ASCPA.
It’s Not Accounting Noise: Going Concern in the Nonprofit Space
September 10, 2026
Going concern is not a bookkeeping error, a distant accounting term, or “accounting noise”. A going concern disclosure is serious business. It serves as a formal signal raising substantial doubt about whether the organization will remain open and can keep up with financial obligations 12 months after financial statements are issued. Learn more about going concern and what to do if your nonprofit is facing financial uncertainty.
Private Equity: A CFO's Perspective
September 10, 2026
What is private equity (PE)? How does PE work differ from public accounting? How do you start working in PE? Learn the answers to these questions from a CFO's perspective.
The Cost of Hiring Too Fast
September 10, 2026
Learn how to slow down, ask the right questions and trust your instincts when hiring new talent.
What Every CPA Should Know About America's Audited Annual Report
September 10, 2026
The Financial Report of the United States Government is America’s audited annual report. Here is what CPAs should know about one of the most important and unknown reports of accounting.
Where Does AI Belong in Your SOC 2 Internal Controls Framework?
September 10, 2026
Should the AICPA add a sixth Trust Services Criteria (TSC) category specifically for Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance and risk management? Explore this question in Mike Nyman's latest article for CPAs in internal controls.
Legislative & Board of Accountancy Update | August 2026
Member Only Content August 21, 2026
This month's update includes a summary of the July State Board meetings, the 2026 election cycle, and Joint Legislative Budget Committee's (JLBC) fiscal highlights.
Legislative & Board of Accountancy Update | July 2026
Member Only Content July 21, 2026
This month's update includes a summary of the July State Board meetings, the 2026 election cycle, and Joint Legislative Budget Committee's (JLBC) fiscal highlights.
Legislative & Board of Accountancy Update | June 2026
Member Only Content June 18, 2026
This month's update includes a summary of the May & June State Board meetings, an update on the 2026 legislative session and the passage of the state budget, the 2026 election cycle, and Joint Legislative Budget Committee's (JLBC) fiscal highlights.
ASCPA Advocate | 2026 Legislature Adjourns Sine Die
June 17, 2026
The ASCPA advocacy team represents the profession in Arizona legislative, regulatory and political processes. Thank you for being an ASCPA member and supporting this important work.
ASCPA Advocate | 2026 Legislative Session Update
May 28, 2026
The ASCPA advocacy team represents the profession in Arizona legislative, regulatory and political processes. Thank you for being an ASCPA member and supporting this important work.
Legislative & Board of Accountancy Update | May 2026
Member Only Content May 18, 2026
This month's update includes a summary of the March State Board meeting, an update on the 2026 legislative session, including the ASCPA's alternative pathways legislation, the 2026 election cycle, and Joint Legislative Budget Committee's (JLBC) fiscal highlights.
AI Assistants in Practice: How CPAs Are Actually Using Them Day-to-Day
May 11, 2026
Read this column by Barry S. Graham, CPA, for more tips on how to leverage AI tools in your day-to-day work as a CPA.
Employee Reviews: From Annual Event to Ongoing Conversation
May 11, 2026
Learn how to create an ongoing dialogue with employees focused on development.
Kevin DeMenna: Honorary Member Award Winner
May 11, 2026
Kevin DeMenna is the recipient of the ASCPA Honorary Member award. Through his partnership, the ASCPA has an established and trusted voice at the Capitol. Read more of Kevin's journey to lobbying, and the partnership between DeMenna Public Affairs and the ASCPA that has shaped the CPA profession.
Mike Allen: Life Member Award Winner
May 11, 2026
Mike Allen is the recipient of the ASCPA's 2026 Life Member award. Given to members of the ASCPA who have made an impact on the CPA profession and embodies the values of the CPA licensure. Read on about Mike's journey as a CPA and what the future holds for him.
Selling Your Solo CPA Practice: How? When? Now What?
May 11, 2026
How to transition out to of practice as a sole practitioner. Dive into how to sell your practice, to whom, at what price and what to do with sale proceeds. Written by Armando Roman - former ASCPA board chair.