CPE Catalog & Events

The FICPA invites its members to participate in our 2026 Annual Meeting. Join us for this complimentary hour of CPE on Tuesday, July 21, from 11 a.m. to noon.  During this virtual meeting, FICPA President & CEO Shelly Weir will share an update on the State of the Profession, review highlights from the 2025-26 member year, and explore what’s ahead in 2026-27.  

Valuing a CPA firm is far more complex than applying a simple multiple of revenue. In today’s rapidly evolving M&A environment (driven by consolidation, private equity capital and shifting buyer expectations), firm value is determined by a combination of financial performance, risk, scalability, market exposure and buyer fit.This webinar is designed to help accounting firm owners understand how buyers actually assess value, why valuation ranges can vary so widely, and which factors most directly influence both price and deal terms. While historical rules of thumb, such as “one times gross revenue” still provide a starting point, transactions increasingly focus on profitability, cash flow, operational independence and the number of qualified buyers competing for a firm. Speaker Bios  Brannon Poe, CPA, Founder, Poe Group AdvisorsBrannon, an EY almuni, is the author of several books, a recognized speaker, a podcast host and the creator of the Accounting Practice Academy. He has more than 20 years experience guiding CPA firms during mergers and acquisitions.Morry Brown, California Territory Lead, Poe Group AdvisorsMorry started his career as a stock analyst with several global investment banks including Goldman Sachs. He has provided outsourced CFO services to early-stage startups, assisting with fundraising, and has experience in merger and acquisition advisory.   

Is a tight close timeline putting too much strain on you and your team? Are misguided decisions, tactical errors, missed deadlines and employee burnout becoming all too common? Relief is here: continuous accounting. It can smooth workloads, minimize critical closing tasks and create more time for trend analysis. Join Rebeca Bichachi of Oracle NetSuite as she demonstrates how to streamline close cycles for greater efficiency and deeper financial performance insights. Speaker Bios  Rebeca Bichachi: Product Marketing Director, Accounting & Financials, Oracle NetSuiteRebeca is responsible for developing messaging, positioning, and content for NetSuite accounting solutions. Rebeca is a licensed CPA and has over 10 years of experience in public accounting industry. Prior to joining NetSuite, Rebeca held roles at a public accounting firm in South Florida and Oracle, specializing in international accounting and taxation.  

     Member Appreciation Day: A Benefit of Belonging August 27, 20268 a.m. – 5:15 p.m. (Lunch break from 12 – 1 p.m.) Earn up to 8 hours of CPE.  Join us for a full-day of FREE virtual CPE featuring 8 hours of high-impact education designed specifically for you. Choose from timely, practical sessions led by expert speakers covering the issues CPAs are facing right now in the technology, audit, tax, ethics, and leadership space. Learn, earn FREE CPE, and stay ahead of the profession, all from the convenience of your desk. Agenda:   Welcome and a word from FICPA President & CEO: 8 - 8:10 am   Session 1: 8:10 - 9:00 am   Session 2: 9:15: 10:05 am   Session 3: 10:20 - 11:10 am   Session 4: 11:10 - 12:00 pm   Lunch Break: 12:00 - 1:00 pm   Session 5: 1:05 - 1:55 pm   Session 6: 2:10 - 3:00 pm   Session 7: 3:15 - 4:05 pm   Session 8: 4:20 - 5:10 pm    Closing 5:10 - 5:15 pm Check back soon for more session details!  Members will leave having:    • Gained knowledge from industry leaders and subject matter experts through engaging presentations.    • Participated in sessions that will equip them with practical tools and techniques to apply in their professional  and personal lives.    • Connected with and shared experiences through the online chat feature.    • Heard diverse opinions on current trends, challenges, and opportunities in the accounting industry.    • Real-time questions answered by experts, ensuring you leave with actionable insights.    • Accessed a collection of resources and copies of presentations to support your ongoing learning journey.  You do not have to attend all 8 sessions and you can receive partial credit for the day. This free CPE is yours as a thank you for being a valued FICPA member.    Not a FICPA member? Join now to attend free. (Member Benefits - Florida Institute of CPAs)