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Windy City Week
2009 CPE Conference

Gear Up CPE Conference in Chicago, Illinois
July 27 - August 1, 2009   —   44 Hours of CPE
A full week of learning, for one LOW price: $829

Windy City Week CPE Conference imageWelcome back to the city of big shoulders for a week of practical learning led by Gear Up speakers! Plan early and lock in your savings for this summertime CPE conference. Special hotel rates and many bonus features will be available for this event!

Register for Windy City Week Online or call us at 800.231.1860 to register your seminar choices.

Seminar Location:
Crowne Plaza Chicago Metro Hotel, 733 West Madison, Chicago, IL
$139 Room Rate available through June 26, 2009. Call 312.829.5000 and mention Gear Up, to receive the special room rate. For online hotel reservations, visit the hotel's reservation website. Don't forget to register for the conference, and reserve your room now, before we sell out!

To Register for Windy City Week
Register for Windy City Week Online or call us at 800.231.1860 to register your seminar choices. You can register for the entire week of courses, with the topic options you select, or for courses individually at the prices shown below.

 Windy City Week Package  — Sign Up and Save!

Package
Price

 

Entire Week

 

Windy City Week Package

44 CPE

$829

 

Select from several seminar options to create the week you need.
Register for Windy City Week Online or call us at 800.231.1860 to register your seminar choices.


 Windy City Week Seminars
 (You may also order seminars individually at the prices shown below.)

 Price  

 

7/27 

Mon.

Compilation and Review
8 am - 4:30 pm

8 CPE

$199

 

 

 

If you prepare or report on unaudited financial statements of nonpublic companies, this course is for you. Learn about new pronouncements (SSARS) and review current pronouncements. Issues surrounding performance of compilation and review engagements including adherence with current standards are discussed. Includes: Latest SSARS and review of the authoritative pronouncements, responsibility for fraud & internal control, and special interest reporting—OCBOA financial statements, GAAP departures, going concern issues, prescribed forms.


7/28

Tues.

Forensic Accounting & Auditing Techniques
8 am - 4:30 pm

8 CPE

$199

 

 

 

Using Forensic Accounting Techniques—Learn the differences between forensic and traditional accounting. This course will explore corporate forensics, the current regulatory environment, and financial statement fraud. Includes: Using forensic accounting techniques, forensic discovery techniques, and uncovering fraud in client operations.


7/29

Wed.
 

Choice of:

 

 

 
 

 Track 1:   

Accounting Update (AM)
8 am - 11:45 am

4 CPE

$95

 

 

 

This course addresses the most recent developments in the application of professional standards with a primary focus on the Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services. Subject matter will also include the latest FASB pronouncements and AICPA ethics interpretations.

 

     

—AND—
 

    

Technology 2.0 – Half-day (PM)
12:45 pm - 4:30 pm

4 CPE

$95

 

 

 

Attend this new seminar to learn how leading accounting firms are using the latest technology to maximize productivity and efficiency. Topics include: Windows 7 Preview and ways to solve the Vista dilemma, doing paperless right , PDFs, productivity boosters in your existing software, effective back ups, great tech gadget, utility software – some great little (or big) helpers, security update, remote computing, tax software review, and taking the myth and confusion out of networks.
 

—OR—


  Track 2:   

New! Mid-Year Tax Update for Individuals
8 am - 4:30 pm

8 CPE

$199

 
    

This fast paced course will step you thru all the new tax legislation over the past year, including of course those bills passed since the new president assumed office in January. Learn what the impact will be for you and your clients. Receive clear, concise, practical explanations, complete with a helpful reference manual.


7/30
 

Thurs.
 

Planning for Later Years in Life
8 am - 4:30 pm

8 CPE

$199

 

 

 

From Social Security and Other Benefit Planning to Incapacity. This course studies the client’s life cycle from the years leading up to retirement through death, including issues of employment, government benefits, health care and insurance. Asset protection and reverse mortgages, Includes estate planning for elder clients, incapacity, retirement and Social Security benefit options, long-term care insurance and funding assisted living, health care directives, representative payees, trusts, and wills.


7/31
 

Fri.
 

Estates & Trust Update and Coverage of Complex Issues
8 am - 4:30 pm

8 CPE

$199

 

 

 

A review of the Form 1041, US Income Tax Return for Estates and Trusts, and Form 706, Estate Tax Returns, as well as all the new changes in the tax laws. Pre-req: Knowledge of taxation of estates
and trusts.

8/1
 

Sat. (AM)

IRS Audits, Appeals, and Collections: Successful Strategies (AM)
8 am - 11:45 am

4 CPE

$95

 

 

 

This class is unique in that it deals with real life experiences, not just from the instructors, but also from the class participants. Our goal is simple: we will share strategies that are appropriate and that work and that comply with the Internal Revenue Code and the Internal Revenue Manual so that our clients obtain the best possible resolution of their matter with the IRS. We will also cover current developments in the fast changing world of IRS controversy. Become a scientist and an artist.

 

 

 

 Schedule may be adjusted closer to conference date.

Windy City Week Features:

  • Many course choices—design a week of learning that's perfect for you!
  • Raffles for valuable prizes every day of Windy City Week!
  • Enrollment includes delicious breakfasts, lunches, and break refreshments.

Register for Windy City Week Online >>
or call 800.231.1860 now to register!
 

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