CPE Catalog & Events

The Florida Legislature has adjourned its 2026 Regular Session, and the outcomes have important implications for accounting education and the students preparing to enter the profession. Join the FICPA for a special Legislative Town Hall for Education Partners on April 21 at 1 p.m., designed specifically for faculty, administrators and academic leaders. During this session, FICPA leadership will break down key legislative outcomes from the past 60 days in Tallahassee, including major advocacy efforts that directly affect the profession your students are preparing to enter. For the second consecutive year, the FICPA successfully protected the Florida Board of Accountancy from elimination and defended against significant deregulation efforts. You will also hear the latest on our effort to introduce new pathways to licensure and other potential changes to licensure in Florida. Hear directly from: President and CEO Shelly Weir Chief External Affairs Officer Jason Harrell Whether you are shaping curriculum or advising future CPAs, this Town Hall will help you stay informed, aligned and ready for what is ahead.  

This session explores insights from a first-of-its-kind study of 350+ U.S. business clients who work with accounting firms. Attendees will learn why business clients increasingly choose niche accounting firms, how specialization affects their willingness to pay and which industries value expertise most. The presentation offers data-backed strategies for growing accounting firms by aligning service offerings with specific vertical needs. It also includes real-world examples of firms successfully leveraging niche positioning to build their client base and command premium pricing. Speaker Bio Petar Iliev Petar Iliev is the Chief Revenue Officer at TaxDome, a fast-growing SaaS platform serving thousands of accounting and tax firms globally. He has helped scale TaxDome to more than 35,000 tax and accounting professionals and leads its global sales, marketing and customer success efforts. Petar is known for turning data into strategy, and his work has empowered thousands of firm owners to adopt smarter, more scalable growth practices. With a background in product-led growth, partnerships, and education-first marketing, he brings a global perspective and a deep understanding of the evolving accounting landscape.

There are many advantages to incorporating a business and forming an LLC. One of those benefits, of course, is tax savings. Nellie Akalp will educate you on the various entities’ tax savings features, which entity provides the best savings for your clients, which option requires less maintenance so is best for self-employed clients, and how to avoid double taxation.  Speaker Bio Nellie Akalp, CEO & Founder CorpNet.com Nellie Akalp is a passionate entrepreneur, business expert and CEO of CorpNet.com, the smartest way to start a business, register for payroll taxes and stay compliant nationwide. A pioneer in online legal filings since 1997, she has helped more than a half a million entrepreneurs and professionals launch and maintain businesses across the U.S. Recognized internationally as a leading voice on small business and compliance, Nellie shares her expertise through outlets like Entrepreneur, Inc., and Accounting Today, reaching millions each month. 

     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)