BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//South Carolina Association of CPAs - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:South Carolina Association of CPAs X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sc.cpa X-WR-CALDESC:Events for South Carolina Association of CPAs REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T095730 CREATED:20250331T211513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T023716Z UID:10004453-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSOT134/25) Surgent's Controller/CFO Update: Hot Topics Facing Today's Financial Professional DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nIn today’s rapidly changing world\, finance professionals are required to wear many hats and are often the keys to the success of the organization. On one hand\, they need to be abreast of the latest proven financial skills for making the best decisions\, and on the other hand they need the best skills to motivate\, manage\, and lead people. Being pigeon-holed into one area or another is neither good for career building nor good for the organization. This reality has proven to be even more true with the advent of COVID-19. We’ll cover the latest issues that all CFOs and controllers need to know about and provide how-to guidance to allow for immediate use in their organizations. The program is focused on organizational success and will concentrate on ways to manage risk and achieve greater productivity. \nDesigned For\nCFOs\, controllers\, and finance professionals \nObjectives\nUnderstand the current issues and latest trends impacting CFOs\, controllers\, and finance professionals Understand how domestic and global economic conditions could impact the organization Apply what we have learned from the COVID-19 pandemic for a positive impact on the organization Be familiar with the results of the case studies and exercises that reinforce key learning points throughout the course \nMajor Subjects\nEconomic update Leadership and management changes as a result of the pandemic Managing for productivity Hiring the best people for the organization New motivation techniques \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssot134-25-surgents-controller-cfo-update-hot-topics-facing-todays-financial-professional/ CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T095730 CREATED:20250331T211621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T022428Z UID:10004458-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSMG114/25) Surgent's Gaining a Competitive Advantage: Critical Skills for CFOs and Controllers DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nAll organizations are looking for ways to gain an advantage over the competition. This practical and interactive session will present a toolkit of ideas to help CFOs\, controllers and finance professionals better position their organizations for the future. We know change is occurring at an exponential rate\, and that has proven to be the case in all areas of finance\, management\, and leadership over the past year. The course deals with these new issues and will continue to be updated as necessary throughout the year. Become the “financial hero” of your organization and make a positive impact on the bottom-line. \nDesigned For\nCFOs\, controllers\, and finance professionals \nObjectives\nMake better financial decisions that have a positive impact on the organization Lead the organization into the rapidly changing decade Apply what we have learned from the COVID-19 pandemic for a positive impact on the organization \nMajor Subjects\nLatest state of the economy Expense control that works Understanding our changing workforce and working environment Financial risk analysis Enterprise risk management Improving bank relationships \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssmg114-25-surgents-gaining-a-competitive-advantage-critical-skills-for-cfos-and-controllers/ CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T095730 CREATED:20250331T213120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T051415Z UID:10004500-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSOT114/25) Surgent's Crowdfunding: A General Overview DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nIn the past\, entrepreneurs who sought investment capital for their start-ups were subject to the preferences and expectations of a small set of wealthy investors. These venture capitalists and angel investors often played the role of highly selective gatekeepers\, denying countless potential business leaders the opportunity to bring their well-thought ideas to market. Much has changed.Today\, crowdfunding disrupts many of the traditional models for start-up investing. Crowdfunding provides capital for new businesses by asking the general public for donations. The system works by entrepreneurs creating websites enabling internet users to view information\, photos and promotional videos explaining why they seek funding. Instead of receiving equity in the company\, investors are often rewarded for pledging their financial support for the start-up business. Investment revenue from crowdfunding has grown globally from $3.9 billion in 2017 to projected growth of $11.9 billion by 2023. Despite its incredible growth\, crowdfunding remains underutilized by businesses. This course is intended to provide accounting and other professionals with a basic understanding of the crowdfunding process to better inform their clients and colleagues about this rapidly growing platform. \nDesigned For\nAnyone in the accounting or financial services profession who seeks to understand the crowdfunding process. Or\, accounting and financial professionals who counsel individuals who own or are considering starting a business that might benefit from crowdfun \nObjectives\nUnderstand how crowdfunding platforms work Understand the different types of crowdfunding campaigns Recognize strategies for building a successful crowdfunding campaign \nMajor Subjects\nHow crowdfunding works The different types of crowdfunding programs Popular crowdfunding platforms Strategies for building a crowdfunding community Creating a crowdfunding campaign Running a crowdfunding campaign \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssot114-25-surgents-crowdfunding-a-general-overview/ CATEGORIES:Self-Study Video END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T095730 CREATED:20250331T224312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T050217Z UID:10004672-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSOT133/25) Surgent's Controller/CFO Update: Hot Topics Facing Today's Financial Professional DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nIn today’s rapidly changing world\, finance professionals are required to wear many hats and are often the keys to the success of the organization. On one hand\, they need to be abreast of the latest proven financial skills for making the best decisions\, and on the other hand they need the best skills to motivate\, manage\, and lead people. Being pigeon-holed into one area or another is neither good for career building nor good for the organization. This reality has proven to be even more true with the advent of COVID-19. We’ll cover the latest issues that all CFOs and controllers need to know about and provide how-to guidance to allow for immediate use in their organizations. The program is focused on organizational success and will concentrate on ways to manage risk and achieve greater productivity. \nDesigned For\nCFOs\, controllers\, and finance professionals \nObjectives\nUnderstand the current issues and latest trends impacting CFOs\, controllers\, and finance professionals Understand how domestic and global economic conditions could impact the organization Apply what we have learned from the COVID-19 pandemic for a positive impact on the organization Be familiar with the results of the case studies and exercises that reinforce key learning points throughout the course \nMajor Subjects\nEconomic update Leadership and management changes as a result of the pandemic Managing for productivity Hiring the best people for the organization New motivation techniques \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssot133-25-surgents-controller-cfo-update-hot-topics-facing-todays-financial-professional/ CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T095730 CREATED:20250331T232416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T050326Z UID:10004762-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSOT135/25) Surgent's Current Developments and Best Practices for Today's CFOs and Controllers DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nIn today’s rapidly changing world\, finance professionals are required to wear many hats and are often the keys to the organization’s success. On one hand\, they need to be abreast of the latest proven financial skills for making the best decisions\, and on the other hand they need the best skills to motivate\, manage\, and lead people. Being pigeon-holed into one area or another is neither good for career building nor for the good of the organization. This reality has proven to be even more true with the advent of COVID-19. This course is designed to give the CFO and controller the skills needed to lead their organizations into the rapidly changing decade\, and also redesigned to concentrate on what we have learned from the pandemic. Another unique aspect of this course is its constant evolution. We know change is occurring at an exponential rate\, and that has proven to be the case in all areas of finance\, management\, and leadership over the past year. The course deals with these new issues and will continue to be updated as necessary throughout the year. \nDesigned For\nCFOs\, controllers\, and finance professionals \nObjectives\nUnderstand the current issues and latest trends impacting CFOs\, controllers\, and finance professionals Understand how domestic and global economic conditions could impact the organization Lead the organization into the rapidly changing decade Apply what we have learned from the COVID-19 pandemic for a positive impact on the organization Be familiar with the results of the case studies and exercises that reinforce key learning points throughout the course \nMajor Subjects\nEconomic update Leadership and management changes as a result of the pandemic Expense control that works. Understanding our changing workforce and working environment Financial risk analysis Enterprise risk management Metrics and benchmarking Improving bank relationships and borrowing \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssot135-25-surgents-current-developments-and-best-practices-for-todays-cfos-and-controllers/ CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250630T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T095730 CREATED:20250401T001308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T041629Z UID:10004906-1751284800-1751284800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(SSOT124/25) Surgent's Max the Tax: Crowdfunding DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nYour client\, Aida\, wants to share an amazing new product and service with the world\, but she needs funding. The product\, a sensory jacket\, syncs with virtual reality (VR) apps so people can use more of their senses in VR experiences. Ask relevant questions to create an effective fundraising campaign for the product. \nDesigned For\nAccounting professionals and anyone needing foundational information related to crowdfunding \nObjectives\nUnderstand how crowdfunding platforms work Be able to explain the different types of crowdfunding campaigns Implement strategies for building a successful crowdfunding campaign \nMajor Subjects\nHow crowdfunding works The different types of crowdfunding programs Strategies for building a crowdfunding campaign \nInstructions\nNone URL:https://sc.cpa/event/ssot124-25-surgents-max-the-tax-crowdfunding/ CATEGORIES:Self-Study Text END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR