Professional Development and Event Catalog

Ever wonder what hiring managers are really thinking during an interview?  This is your opportunity to find out.  Join hiring professionals from Connecticut companies for an informal, interactive discussion about what separates great candidates from the rest.  Whether you're searching for an internship or preparing for your first professional position, these experts will give you honest, practical advice you won't get anywhere else.  We'll discuss: What employers look for (beyond your GPA) How to prepare for an interview with confidence Common mistakes that can hurt your chances What makes a candidate memorable Tips for earning that second interview and job offer This program is exclusive for CTCPA members! Become a student member today. There are so many benefits to belonging, and we'll be with you every step of the way to becoming a CPA. Join online and then register for this valuable session. Contact aprild@ctcpas.org if you have any questions.

The Employee Benefit Plans Group monitors developments in the employee benefit plans arena. Friendly, interactive meetings include roundtable discussion of changes affecting plans, auditors, and employers. The group features diversified professionals e.g., auditors, actuaries, third party administrators, and attorneys, engaged in the EBP area. Outreach to the broader membership includes an annual networking social and sponsoring of an annual Employee Benefit Plans Conference. Agenda topics will be provided prior to the meeting.  This will be an online meeting via Zoom.

Catalyst: Conversations That Move You Forward is a series of innovative and interactive experiences designed to bring together professionals from several industries to explore some of today's most talked-about topics. Unlike traditional networking events, Catalyst is built to spur discussion and engagement around emerging business trends and topics. Each event will kick off with attendees working together through real-world scenarios and sharing professional judgment and expertise. The event will combine learning and networking in a relaxed environment featuring cocktails and light refreshments. The first event in this four-part series will feature the topic: Artificial Intelligence.   

The Governmental Accounting and Auditing Committee meets to discuss developments, new regulations, and compliance issues in the field of governmental accounting and auditing. Group members include both public sector finance professionals and those who serve them in public accounting. Members also assist with planning the governmental accounting and auditing track at our MEGA Accounting and Auditing Conference held in June.  A meeting agenda will be sent one week prior to the meeting date.This will be a virtual meeting via Zoom meetings.  If you register for this meeting via our website, please see https://www.ctcpas.org/my-cpe/upcoming to launch the Zoom meeting.

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Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas made history when she was sworn in as Connecticut’s 75th Secretary of the State in 2023 as the first Black person elected to the office. She leads one of Connecticut’s oldest constitutional offices - established in 1639 - and one of its most wide-ranging, overseeing elections, the state’s business registry, and official public records. In this Town Hall Meeting, Secretary of State Thomas covers three timely topics of interest to business leaders: Business Fraud: Current fraud trends affecting businesses and practical steps to protect your organization. Human Trafficking Awareness: Recent legal developments and what business owners need to know about potential liability when working with vendors or suppliers involved in trafficking. Civic Engagement: How businesses can benefit from civic engagement and promote nonpartisan civic participation among employees, customers, and the community. You must register to attend and receive CPE credit.

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This virtual meeting of the Federal Taxation Group will be an open format for any members to share issues or pain points they may be experiencing in the current tax season. The group welcomes those with an interest no matter your career stage or level of expertise. Pre-register for the meeting and you can then access the link in your online CTCPA account under My Upcoming Events the day of the meeting.

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CTCPA's 14th annual Interview Day 2026 will be held virtually on Friday, September 25, 2026!Interview Day connects you with a hand-selected group of Connecticut's best and brightest accounting majors. You'll have the opportunity to interview up to 10 students in one day at this unique event, held virtually using Zoom breakout rooms.Registration includes Zoom breakout room for up to 10 interview slots and access to resumes and contact information for all student participants. Student information packets (including resume, essay, and areas of interest) will be provided to companies and firms on Friday, September 11, 2026, and interview selections are due back to CTCPA on Wednesday, September 16 by 12:00 p.m. Final interview schedules will be provided on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. You'll have up to ten interviews in individual breakout rooms on Friday, September 25, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Join us for our monthly Town Hall Meetings – a must-attend event for anyone looking to stay ahead of the latest hot topics impacting the profession. This is your chance to hear directly from Executive Director & CEO Bonnie Stewart and engage with leading voices in the finance and accounting industry. Gain insights, ask questions, and connect with experts who are shaping the future of our field. Don’t miss this opportunity to be informed and involved! You must register to attend and receive CPE credit.

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Firmly Feud: Where Accounting Meets Game Night Get ready for a fast paced virtual showdown featuring the people who know accounting best. Teams of CPAs and finance professionals will go head to head answering questions inspired by busy season, client relationships, workplace realities, and life in the profession.  Whether you're a tax guru, audit expert, controller, CFO, or just someone who knows the answer to "What's the first thing a client loses?", you'll have a chance to put your accounting instincts to the test.  We'll even offer a CT Bonus Round! Join us for an evening of laughs, networking, and firm versus firm bragging rights. Because sometimes the best way to connect with fellow professionals is to discover that they're dealing with the exact same things you are.  Firmly's can be made up of no more than five players, and all players must be together on screen during the game. Entrance Fee:  $100/Firmly -  regardless of the number of firmly members.  The winning firmly will be featured in a CTCPA Member e-news, CTCPA social media post, and a team prize that will give you bragging rights for the next year.  Deck out your space during the game with firmly signage, attire, etc. and earn bonus points. Survey says... you won't want to miss it! Contact aprild@ctcpas.org if you have any questions.

Premier Members have exclusive access to inside scoop from CTCPA Executive Director Bonnie Stewart! Pour yourself a cup of coffee and fire up your computer to connect with Bonnie and hear what's happening in the profession and at the CTCPA. These meetings are exclusively for CTCPA Premier Members. Become a Premier Member today!

Artificial intelligence continues to reshape the accounting profession. This meeting will explore how AI is being built into accounting and tax research tools, including potential demonstrations from leading software providers. Members will gain a better understanding of how these tools may support efficiency, research, and client service. Please note, pre-registration is required. To access the meeting, use your online account, go to MY CTCPA, My Professional Development, My Upcoming Courses.  Bring your coffee, your ideas to share, and join us for what is always a lively discussion! We've got experts on board who can help you with cybersecurity, client portals, accounting software, and more. TechConneCT attendance is free and open only to CTCPA members in good standing. No CPE will be given, but you get free answers and valuable guidance. Hosted by the CTCPA Technology Group.

Join us as CTCPA and the CT Bar Tax Section brings their members an opportunity to meet directly with DRS leadership and staff to talk taxes.  Choose your topic area and you'll be joined by CPAs, tax attorneys, and a DRS Staff person who works every day in that topic area.  You will expand your network and have an opportunity to learn how to best serve your clients when issues arise.The evening will include open dinner discussions with DRS Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner and DRS representatives at each table. Agenda:5:30 p.m. - Check-in and Cocktails (Cash Bar)6:30 p.m. - Dinner and Table Discussions led by DRS When registering, be sure to choose your dinner entree in the Event Options section and the topic for your table discussion in the Breakout Section.  

Join us for our monthly Town Hall Meetings – a must-attend event for anyone looking to stay ahead of the latest hot topics impacting the profession. This is your chance to hear directly from Executive Director & CEO Bonnie Stewart and engage with leading voices in the finance and accounting industry. Gain insights, ask questions, and connect with experts who are shaping the future of our field. Don’t miss this opportunity to be informed and involved! You must register to attend and receive CPE credit.

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Join us for our monthly Town Hall Meetings – a must-attend event for anyone looking to stay ahead of the latest hot topics impacting the profession. This is your chance to hear directly from Executive Director & CEO Bonnie Stewart and engage with leading voices in the finance and accounting industry. Gain insights, ask questions, and connect with experts who are shaping the future of our field. Don’t miss this opportunity to be informed and involved! You must register to attend and receive CPE credit.

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Join us as we celebrate our fantastic winners and get inspired by a keynote featuring an accomplished female leader from our profession. Program Schedule: 7:30 - 8:15 a.m. Registration and Networking 8:15 - 9:00 a.m. Breakfast 9:00 - 9:15 a.m. Welcome/Opening Remarks  9:15 - 9:45 a.m. Keynote Speaker 9:45 - 10:30 a.m. Awards Presentation  Show your company's support! Put your company’s name behind the women shaping the future of the accounting profession – become a sponsor of our Women’s Awards Breakfast.

Ever feel like you're winging it in Board or Committee meetings?  Do you know when to make a motion, or second a motion?  Do you review and approve last months' meeting minutes before or after the financials have been approved? If you answered "I don't know" for any of these, this event may be for you. By the end of the event you'll confidently pick up that gavel and run a successful meeting. This event is not just for emerging leaders, but anyone who runs a formal meeting. A collaboration of the American Institute of Architects CT - Emerging Professionals, CT Bar Association Young Lawyer Section and the CT Society of CPAs New & Young Professionals Contact aprild@ctcpas.org if you have any questions.

The Governmental Accounting and Auditing Committee meets to discuss developments, new regulations, and compliance issues in the field of governmental accounting and auditing. Group members include both public sector finance professionals and those who serve them in public accounting. Members also assist with planning the governmental accounting and auditing track at our MEGA Accounting and Auditing Conference held in June.  A meeting agenda will be sent one week prior to the meeting date.This will be a virtual meeting via Zoom meetings.  If you register for this meeting via our website, please see https://www.ctcpas.org/my-cpe/upcoming to launch the Zoom meeting.

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