Take the Next Step in Your Career

The FICPA Leadership Academy is a selective, leadership opportunity for young CPAs 35 years old and under looking to grow as a leader, and expand their professional network all while earning CPE!

Candidates will be chosen to attend sessions, where they will learn valuable leadership skills to bring back and implement in the office. 

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Eligibility:

Qualified applicants are:

  • 35 years old and under
  • 4+ years of experience within the profession
  • On the Horizon and have the greatest potential to lead the organization

Why Participate?

The Leadership Academy provides participants with the opportunity to build relationships across the state, become engaged with local thought leaders, and leap into leadership within their organization and the CPA profession with motivation.

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BUILD RELATIONSHIPS

Meet young CPAs from across the state committed to advancing the profession.

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ENGAGE WITH ADVOCACY

Discuss the issues that matter with those shaping the future of what it means to be a CPA.

 

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ENHANCE LEADERSHIP SKILLS

Receive unique leadership-development training from expert instructors that will help you grow.

 



Leadership Speakers:

Former AICPA Chair Bill Reeb and Former AICPA and FICPA chair Tommye Barie, together through the Succession Institute, will bring a high-impact leadership program that is designed to help leaders and those on the brink of greatness, develop key skills necessary for enhancing their effectiveness and to ensure the successful continuation of their firm/organization. The intensive program immerses participants in the concepts and skills needed for leadership development.

See the Sample of the Curriculum

 

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                          Program Outline:


                                         First Session:

                                                         Date: November 7-8, 2024
                                                         Location: Orlando, FL
                                                         

                                         Second Session:

                                                         Date: December 5-6, 2024
                                                         Location: Orlando, FL
                                                         

                                         Third Session:

                                                         Date: January 2025 (exact date TBD)
                                                         with CPA Day at the Capitol
                                                         Location: Tallahassee, FL
                                                        

                                      

All applicants must be able to commit to the dates
above as attendance is mandatory unless noted.

 

Tuition: $2,500

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Questions about FICPA Leadership Academy? Contact:
 

Lindsey Buck
Career Development Manager
lindseyb@ficpa.org
850-521-5934