WICPA NewsletterJuly 2013
In this issue
Fall Focus 2013: Generational differences in the workplace
New Volunteer Tracker available online now
What's your story?
July 2013 IRS news for tax professionals
Gathering on the Green Golf Outing
2013 New CPA Welcome Dinner
Using content generation as a marketing strategy?
Renew your membership online

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Frequency is the monthly e-newsletter for Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants members. Contact Cynthia Hodnett, writer/editor at cynthia@wicpa.org for more information.

Fall Focus 2013:
Generational differences in the workplace
Generational differences often lead to miscommunication, which can leave your team feeling frustrated. These generational differences require a high level of authentic leadership capability from today's leaders. Register for this year's Fall Focus event, The Generations Drive Leadership 2.0, to learn how to build your multi-generational team, and enhance your authentic leadership capability.

New Volunteer Tracker available online now 
WICPA members can keep track of all their volunteer service quickly and easily with the new Volunteer Service Tracker on the WICPA website. Similar to the online CPE Tracker, the Volunteer Service Tracker allows members to add the date, type of service and number of hours for all the volunteer service they provide. All WICPA board, committee and task force meeting attendance will be added to the tracker automatically. Login to the WICPA website today to start tracking your volunteer service.

What's your story?
As a CPA, what professional issues keep you up at night? Do you or any of your peers participate in any exciting career initiatives, unique hobbies or volunteer opportunities? We want to tell your stories in your member magazine, On Balance. Contact Editor/Writer Cynthia Hodnett at 800-772-6939 ext. 3004 with your ideas or for more information. 

July 2013 IRS news for tax professionals 
July 2013 IRS news for tax professionals includes tips and updates for Form 2290 filers, international tax topics and succession planning. 

Gathering on the Green Golf Outing
Build camaraderie among co-workers, clients and members at the 3rd Annual Gathering on the Green Golf Outing on Friday, Sept. 27 at Western Lakes Golf Club. Whether you've never golfed before or you frequent the greens, plan to join us at this fun-filled event. Register now or visit the event web page for more information. Contact Leah Grunewald with questions. 

2013 New CPA Welcome Dinner
The sixth annual New CPA Welcome Dinner occurred on  Thursday, June 6 at the Italian Conference Center in Milwaukee. The dinner, attended by 128 people, included a keynote speech by WICPA member Jeff Lemmermann, CPA, CITP, CISA, CEH. Fifty-two newly licensed CPAs were honored at this year's event compared to 32 last year. The evening's festivities included lots of candy and activities based off of the movie, "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory." View photos from the event.

Using content generation as a marketing strategy?
If so, you are invited to participate in Clear Verve Marketing, LLC's 2013 market research project aimed at understanding marketing habits of organizations in Southeastern Wisconsin. The 2013 study will be conducted online now through Wednesday, July 10 and consists of about 12 questions. Organizations in Southeastern Wisconsin, including individuals working in administration, human resources or marketing roles are invited to participate in the survey. Clear Verve will publish the results in a free e-book in August.

Renew your membership online
Pay your dues online quickly and securely by credit card in order to continue receiving the money-saving member benefits and access to resources you've come to expect. You'll need your username (your last name, apostrophe and hyphen included) and password (your membership ID number found on your dues invoice) to access the online form. Contact Jessica Barillari at 800-772-6939 ext. 3025 with questions.

About WICPA
Frequency is provided to Wisconsin Institute of CPAs members by email. For information about continuing education, membership, leadership, meetings and all WICPA services, please visit us at www.wicpa.org. Secure, online forms are available for course registration, dues, and advertising. Full-length feature articles and other news are published bimonthly in On Balance magazine.