Illinois CPA Society

08/14/2026

We're proud to celebrate Topel Forman LLC's continued partnership as an ICPAS CPA Pipeline Partner.

Their ongoing commitment helps strengthen the future of the profession by supporting CPA awareness initiatives, scholarships, and professional development opportunities for aspiring CPAs. We're grateful for their investment in the next generation of accounting and finance professionals.

Join us in strengthening the CPA pipeline. Learn more at https://www.icpas.org/cpaendowmentfund/cpa-pipeline-partners.

08/14/2026

At a large firm, Lindy Ellis already has access to a lot of great training. That's not what keeps her coming back to ICPAS SUMMIT. For her, it's the opportunity to hear what people across the profession are thinking about, attend sessions that make her a better leader and communicator, and have conversations she simply wouldn't have during a typical workday.

Ready to step outside your own day-to-day? Join more than 750 accounting and finance professionals at SUMMIT26 on Aug. 26-27 for practical insights, meaningful connections, and ideas you can bring back to your organization.

Learn more and register today: https://learn.icpas.org/Catalogue/SUMMIT26-Details

08/14/2026

Three new taxes. Countless questions. Illinois’ tax omnibus bill (SB 3019) takes aim at targeted ads, digital assets, and social media platforms. Whether these taxes survive the legal battles ahead remains to be seen. Get the breakdown from columnist Keith Staats in the summer issue of Insight.

Illinois’ tax omnibus bill reaches into the digital economy in three new ways—but will it hold?

08/13/2026

It's happening next week! Register today! 🏈

On Aug. 18, join financial executives from the Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers for a unique behind-the-scenes look at leading in one of the most high-profile, high-stakes industries.

Explore salary caps, revenue sharing, leadership beyond finance and the lessons that drive success on and off the field. Walk away with insights you can apply immediately in your own organization.

This webinar offers 2 CPE credits and is hosted by the Minnesota Society of CPAs and sponsored by Wipfli.

Register today at https://learn.icpas.org/Public/Catalog/Details.aspx?id=gvKOuH0wJaHdGWWa6l3pgw%3D%3D

08/13/2026

We'd like to thank Miller Cooper & Co., Ltd. for continuing to support the profession as an ICPAS CPA Pipeline Partner.

Through their continued partnership, they're helping expand access to careers in accounting and finance while supporting the programs and resources that inspire, educate, and empower future CPAs. Together, we're building a stronger pipeline for years to come.

Join us in strengthening the CPA pipeline. Learn more at www.icpas.org/cpa-pipeline-partners.

08/12/2026

The nearly 50 sessions matter. The matters. But ask longtime attendees like Sara Mikuta what keeps them coming back to ICPAS SUMMIT year after year, and you'll often hear the same answer: the people.

This is a great chance to reconnect with colleagues, expand your network, and have the kinds of conversations that don't happen over Teams or email. Those relationships often last long after the conference ends.

Don't miss your chance to attend SUMMIT26. Register now at https://learn.icpas.org/Catalogue/SUMMIT26-Details

08/12/2026

We're proud to celebrate Citrin Cooperman's continued partnership as an ICPAS CPA Pipeline Partner.

Their ongoing commitment helps strengthen the future of the profession by supporting CPA awareness initiatives, scholarships, and professional development opportunities for aspiring CPAs. We're grateful for their investment in the next generation of accounting and finance professionals.

Join us in strengthening the CPA pipeline. Learn more at www.icpas.org/cpa-pipeline-partners.

08/11/2026

As adoption accelerates, most firms face a critical readiness gap. Don’t let your firm fall behind. This resource equips you with the knowledge needed to confidently move forward with AI, avoiding the common pitfalls that put many firms at risk.

Discover why most accounting firms are more exposed than they realize and learn how Zero Trust security empowers safe, compliant AI adoption.

08/11/2026

Do you work with local government clients? Share this opportunity to help them prepare for their next audit.

The Illinois CPA Society Government Executive Committee is offering a free training session on Aug. 22 for local government officials during Local Government Officials' Day at the Illinois State Fair.

Share this flyer with your clients: chrome-extensio://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.icpas.org/docs/default-source/advocacy-docs/government-relations/2026_local_government_audit_training_flyer.pdf

Register today! https://learn.icpas.org/Public/Catalog/Details.aspx?id=qJwO%2BHQ6WSPC%2BRfv5223tg%3D%3D

08/11/2026

As mobility laws continue to evolve across the country, ensuring compliance across state lines has become more critical than ever before.

ICPAS President and CEO Geoffrey Brown, CAE, discusses the current state of CPA practice mobility and highlights a new compliance tool designed to help CPAs and their firms navigate the complexity of a changing regulatory landscape.