Construction Industry Conference (CIC)
8.0 Credits
Member Price $415.00
Non-Member Price $565.00
Overview
Roll up your sleeves and prepare to build on your foundational knowledge in the specialized field of construction accounting. Since its founding, this conference has become an annual must-attend event for accountants, CPAs, and other professionals working with the construction industry. This year promises to be no exception.
Leaders from the public and private sectors will share their diverse perspectives on the impact accounting regulations have on the construction industry. We’ll offer the latest information and guidance to help prepare you for new industry developments and upcoming changes in accounting, auditing, taxation, operations, and financial management best practices.
Earn 8 CPE while you learn from the comfort and convenience of your home or office.
CPE Credit
This group-live (non-self-study) program is designed to qualify for CPE credit under the CPE Guidelines established by the Florida Board of Accountancy under the FL DBPR.
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In addition to FICPA member discounts, save an additional 10% when registering five to seven from your organization and 15% on eight or more. Call Member Services for more information: 850-224-2727.
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Cancellation Policy
We love to see you commit to the Virtual Construction Industry Conference early, but know sometimes life forces schedules to change. If that happens, you have options. Please let our member services team know which option you select below:
- Receive a full refund to your original payment method, transfer your balance to a future event, or place money on account by canceling before October 5th, 2026. Call or email MSC at msc@ficpa.org or call 850-224-2727.
- Receive a partial refund to your original payment method, transfer your balance to a future event, or place money on account, minus the event cancellation fee of $55 by canceling on or after October 5th, 2026. Call or email MSC at msc@ficpa.org or call 850-224-2727.
Please review the FICPA CPE Policies for additional information: CPE Policies
Highlights
- State of the Construction Industry
- AI in Construction
- Sales Tax in the Construction Industry
Prerequisites
None.
Designed For
CPAs, accountants and finance persons working in the construction industry.
Objectives
- Address Sales Tax in the Construction Industry
- Gain Insight in Best Practices in the Construction Industry
- Examine Construction Tax
Preparation
None
Notice
We are thrilled to announce that this conference will be held virtually. This format allows participants from around the world to join us from their own homes or offices, ensuring easy access to all sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities. We look forward to connecting with you online for a memorable and enriching experience.
Thursday, November 5th
General Session
- Introductions to State of the Construction
Michele Daugherty, President & CEO, ABC Central Florida, Associated Builders and Contractors,Michele Daugherty
Michele Daugherty is the President/CEO of Associated Builders and Contractors, Central Florida Chapter. Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) is a national construction association representing more than 22,000 members nationwide. Michele helps members develop their people, win work and deliver that work safely, ethically, and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which they work and live.
Michele has spent the past two decades focused on creating career & advancement pathways for others. Prior to leading ABC Central Florida, she spent 17 years as the President/CEO of the ABC Northern California and Nevada Chapters. Under her leadership ABC has continued to grow as a workforce development leader expanding state and federally approved Apprenticeship and Craft Training programs across the country. Michele is committed to educating the current and future workforce and values the importance of educating today’s youth on the benefits of careers in construction.
Michele is a certified Master Trainer for the National Center for Construction Education and Research. She was formerly the Director of the University of Nevada, Reno College of Business Advising Center and was appointed for multiple terms to the State of Nevada Apprenticeship Council. Fun fact - Michele got her start working in a Gold Mine. Michele resides in Orlando with her husband of 18 years and is the proud mother of two boys Seventeen and Eleven. One of Michele’s favorite sayings is, “I put on my boots and broke concrete to break the glass ceiling!”
This session is available to registrants only.
Breakout Session
- State of Construction - Florida Update
Michele Daugherty, President & CEO, ABC Central Florida, Associated Builders and Contractors,Michele Daugherty
Michele Daugherty is the President/CEO of Associated Builders and Contractors, Central Florida Chapter. Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) is a national construction association representing more than 22,000 members nationwide. Michele helps members develop their people, win work and deliver that work safely, ethically, and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which they work and live.
Michele has spent the past two decades focused on creating career & advancement pathways for others. Prior to leading ABC Central Florida, she spent 17 years as the President/CEO of the ABC Northern California and Nevada Chapters. Under her leadership ABC has continued to grow as a workforce development leader expanding state and federally approved Apprenticeship and Craft Training programs across the country. Michele is committed to educating the current and future workforce and values the importance of educating today’s youth on the benefits of careers in construction.
Michele is a certified Master Trainer for the National Center for Construction Education and Research. She was formerly the Director of the University of Nevada, Reno College of Business Advising Center and was appointed for multiple terms to the State of Nevada Apprenticeship Council. Fun fact - Michele got her start working in a Gold Mine. Michele resides in Orlando with her husband of 18 years and is the proud mother of two boys Seventeen and Eleven. One of Michele’s favorite sayings is, “I put on my boots and broke concrete to break the glass ceiling!”
This session is available to registrants and their guests
- State of the Construction - Virginia Update
This session is available to registrants and their guests
General Session
- Sales Tax in Construction
James Sutton Jr, Shareholder, Moffa, Sutton & Donnini, PAJames Sutton Jr
James H. Sutton, Jr is both an attorney and CPA and a Shareholder of Moffa, Sutton, & Donnini, PA. James concentrates in the area of Florida tax matters, with an almost exclusive focus on Florida Sales and Use Tax. He joined the firm in 2011 and has been a licensed Certified Public Accountant since 1994 and a licensed member of the Florida Bar since 1998.
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- HR Update in the Construction Industry
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Exit Strategy
George Rosen, CFO, Contango Investments, Inc.
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Lunch Break
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- AI in Construction
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Accounting Methods for Tax Construction
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Expert Panel
Jerry Schafrath, Romair Construction
This session is available to registrants only.
Leader(s):
- George Rosen, CFO, Contango Investments, Inc.
- James Sutton Jr, Shareholder, Moffa, Sutton & Donnini, PA
- Jerry Schafrath, Romair Construction
- Michele Daugherty, President & CEO, ABC Central Florida, Associated Builders and Contractors,
Leader Bios
James Sutton Jr, Shareholder, Moffa, Sutton & Donnini, PA
James H. Sutton, Jr is both an attorney and CPA and a Shareholder of Moffa, Sutton, & Donnini, PA. James concentrates in the area of Florida tax matters, with an almost exclusive focus on Florida Sales and Use Tax. He joined the firm in 2011 and has been a licensed Certified Public Accountant since 1994 and a licensed member of the Florida Bar since 1998.
Michele Daugherty, President & CEO, ABC Central Florida, Associated Builders and Contractors,
Michele Daugherty is the President/CEO of Associated Builders and Contractors, Central Florida Chapter. Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) is a national construction association representing more than 22,000 members nationwide. Michele helps members develop their people, win work and deliver that work safely, ethically, and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which they work and live.
Michele has spent the past two decades focused on creating career & advancement pathways for others. Prior to leading ABC Central Florida, she spent 17 years as the President/CEO of the ABC Northern California and Nevada Chapters. Under her leadership ABC has continued to grow as a workforce development leader expanding state and federally approved Apprenticeship and Craft Training programs across the country. Michele is committed to educating the current and future workforce and values the importance of educating today’s youth on the benefits of careers in construction.
Michele is a certified Master Trainer for the National Center for Construction Education and Research. She was formerly the Director of the University of Nevada, Reno College of Business Advising Center and was appointed for multiple terms to the State of Nevada Apprenticeship Council. Fun fact - Michele got her start working in a Gold Mine. Michele resides in Orlando with her husband of 18 years and is the proud mother of two boys Seventeen and Eleven. One of Michele’s favorite sayings is, “I put on my boots and broke concrete to break the glass ceiling!”
Non-Member Price $565.00
Member Price $415.00