2026 Digital Evolution Summit Livestream (DESWEB)
12.0 Credits
Member Price $795.00
Non-Member Price $795.00
Overview
Where technology meets transformation!
Digital Evolution Summit Livestream
November 16–17, 2026
Industry giants FICPA, Karbon and Aider are launching the Digital Evolution Summit on Nov. 16-17 to disrupt traditional accounting and propel you and your firm into a tech-first future.
The accounting profession is at a turning point. AI, automation, and evolving client expectations are transforming how work gets done — and how to adapt and thrive in a tech-driven environment.
Understand what an AI powered firm really looks like. This is not a look ahead . . . it’s what’s already happening.
This inaugural event is built to disrupt traditional accounting and propel you and your firm into a tech-first future.
How You Will Benefit
- Stay Ahead of AI Disruption - Understand how AI is actively reshaping accounting, advisory and client service models
- Practical, Real-World Applications - Walk away with tools, frameworks and strategies you can implement immediately
- Elevate Your Firm or Organization - Learn how to streamline operations, improve margins and enhance client experiences
- Exclusive Insights from Industry Leaders - Hear directly from pioneers in accounting technology who are building and using tech.
Register today for future-ready strategies, virtual learning, and the knowledge to lead change within your organization.
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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Cancellation Policy
We love to see you commit to the Digital Evolution Summit Livestream 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 Nov 9, 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 Nov 9, 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
- Firm Management
- Business Strategy
- Leadership
- Emerging Trends
Prerequisites
NoneDesigned For
CPAs, accountants, and other finance professionals
Objectives
- Elevate your Firm practice and growth
- Discuss hot topics in tech
- Look to the future in our Emerging Trends series
Notice
This event is a Livesteam of our In-Person Conference
Monday, November 16th
General Session
- The Current State of AI: Facts & What Every CPA Needs to Know
Credits: 1 - To Be Determined
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Putting AI to Work in the Accounting Profession
Credits: 1 - To Be Determined
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Protecting Your Firm: Emerging Cyber Threats and Best Practices
Credits: 1 - To Be Determined
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Automating for Efficiency: Software Solutions That Save Time
Credits: 1 - To Be Determined
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- From Compliance to Advisory: AI's Impact on Accounting
Credits: 1 - To Be Determined
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Beyond the Technology: Leading Digital Transformation in an Accounting Firm
Credits: 1 - To Be Determined
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- AI Governance and Implementation: Best Practices for Success
Credits: 1 - To Be Determined
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- AI Lab: Build Your First AI-Powered Workflow
Credits: 1 - To Be Determined
This session is available to registrants only.
Tuesday, November 17th
General Session
- State of the Profession
Shelly Weir, President & CEO, Florida Institute of CPAsShelly Weir
Shelly Weir is President & Chief Executive Officer of the Florida Institute of CPAs (FICPA), the statewide professional association for Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) in Florida. In this role, Weir serves as Secretary-Treasurer of the FICPA and FICPA Scholarship Foundation and works in partnership with the FICPA Council to develop and execute the Institute's strategic vision. Weir leads a staff of 40 professionals responsible for carrying out the missions of the FICPA and FICPA Scholarship Foundation.
Weir is actively engaged in legislative and advocacy efforts representing the CPA profession at the state and national level, serving as a Trustee for Florida TaxWatch. As a member of the Board of Trustees for the Florida Chamber Foundation, she advocates for the business and tax interests of CPAs. As President & CEO, Weir represents all Florida CPAs with the state's Board of Accountancy and the Department of Business & Professional Regulation. As a member of the CPA Society of Association Executives, she collaborates with other association leaders to address regulatory and legislative agendas affecting CPAs across the nation.
An association executive with nearly 20 years of experience, Shelly has the unique ability to foster excitement, commitment and vision in others to the benefit of the organization and its goals.
Weir began her tenure as President & CEO of FICPA in April 2021. Prior to joining FICPA, she spent 10 years with the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), where she was most recently the Senior Vice President of Career Development. In this role, she designed and executed programs that delivered career advancement opportunities and competency attainment for professionals in the hotel industry.
Throughout her time at AHLA, Weir represented the hotel industry on multiple task forces with the U.S. Departments of Education and Labor under Presidents Obama and Trump. She was appointed Co-Chair of the Presidential Task Force on Expanding Apprenticeship in the United States from 2017-2018. In 2020, her work was recognized by the White House with the Pledge to America's Worker Presidential Award for outstanding career development.
Weir earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Florida State University. She resides in Orlando with her husband and two sons and is an avid college sports fan.
Credits: 1 - Technical Business
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- 2026 Legislative Update
Jason Harrell, Chief External Affairs Officer, Florida Institute of CPAsJason Harrell
Jason Harrell is the FICPA Chief External Affairs Officer responsible for leading all aspects of the Institute’s public policy, advocacy, governmental affairs and regulatory affairs. He serves as the liaison to the DBPR and Board of Accountancy and is responsible for all advocacy-related external communications and campaigns to increase the value of the CPA license. Jason brings numerous years of experience to this role, previously serving as director of government relations for Florida Court Clerks and Comptrollers Association and budget and communications director for the Clerks of Court Operations Corporation, serving in key roles under two Speakers in the Florida House, and serving in the Executive Office of the Governor in the Office of Policy and Budget and Chief Inspector General’s Office.
Credits: 1 - Technical Business
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Blockchain and Crypto: Hype, Reality, and What's Ahead
Credits: 1 - To Be Determined
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- CAS Panel: Using Technology to Deliver Greater Client Value
Credits: 1 - To Be Determined
This session is available to registrants only.
Non-Member Price $795.00
Member Price $795.00