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echnology

Conference

for A ccountants

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NEW

FORMAT!

38% increase in

topics available

2015 Technology Conference for Accountants

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SESSIONS AT A GLANCE

MONDAY | DECEMBER 7 | 2015 7:30 a.m. On Site Registration

8 - 9:40 a.m. GENERAL SESSION | Tech Update 2015

9:50 a.m. MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS 2 Self Service Business Intelligence with Power BI

3 Top Ten Technology Articles You Should Have Read 4 Remote Access Best Practices

11:30 a.m. Lunch

AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS

12:20 - 1:10 p.m. (Choose 1) 1:20 - 2:10 p.m. (Choose 1)

5 Hosted, On-Premise, and Hybrid Solutions 8 How to Prevent & Detect Spreadsheet Errors

6 Five Common Sense Steps to Secure Your PC 9 The Internet of Things

7 Everything iOS 10 Backups - Critical to Every Organization

2:20 p.m. GENERAL SESSION | Dueling Excel Tips

TUESDAY | DECEMBER 8 | 2015 7:30 a.m. On Site Registration

8 - 9:40 a.m. GENERAL SESSION | Data Security - Need We Say More?

9:50 a.m. MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS 13 Leading Solutions for CPA Firms

December 7-8, 2015

Hilton Garden Inn Airport

Louisville, KY

ABOUT THIS CONFERENCE

CPE credit:

16 hours Specializ

ed Kno

wledge and Applications

Course de veloper: K2 Enterprises P rerequisites: Fundamental kno wledge of hardw are, soft w

are, and technology

trends Progr am le vel: Ov ervie w A dv ance prepar ation: None Instructional deliv ery method: Group-liv

e demo and discussion using color

projection Who should att

end:

Busy accounting and fi

nancial prof

essionals who w

ant to

impro

ve their personal and organiz

ational productivity REGIS TRA TION OPTIONS: •Mail registr ation and payment to: K yCP A 1735 Alliant A venue, Louisville, K Y 40299 •Call 502.266.5272 or In K entucky 800.292.1754 •F AX registr ation to 502.261.9512 •Online at ky cpa.org

Hilton Garden Inn Airport, 2735 Critt enden Drive, Louisville, KY 40209 Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m., Conference starts at 8 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m. Early bird fee: Register by 11/23/15 □ KyCPA member: $449 □ Nonmember: $649 Regular fee: Register aft er 11/23/15 □ KyCPA member: $499 □ Nonmember: $699

Group discount: Register and pay for 4 or more from the same organization at the same time and save $25 per person. Register online at kycpa.org or call 502.266.5272.

Cancellation policy: Cancellations or transfers between 1 week and 1 day prior to conference date will incur an administration fee of $35. Cancellations the day of and No-shows receive NO REFUND. □ Check here if you want a printed manual: All courses include electronic manuals. We can provide you a printed copy for $30.

Specifi c needs: □Do you have any special needs or requirements? If yes, please att ach a writt en explanation of your needs.

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Firm/Company

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LEARNING

OBJECTIVES

Aft er participating in these series of sessions you should be able to: » Determine how to utilize

existing and future

technologies to address the needs of your organization » Describe trends in hardware

and soft ware in order to make more informed decisions for your business and your clients

» Develop and implement strategies for Cloud computing and the Mobile

offi ce

» Utilize Microsoft Offi ce’s

most powerful features

»

Technology

has forever changed the business world.

Agenda

»

Do you have the

knowledge

you need to move forward?

»

Are you as

eff ective

as you can be within your organization or for your clients?

»

Can you remain

competitive ?

Day 1 Sessions

»7:30 – 8 a.m

. REGISTRATION

»8 – 9:40 a.m.

GENERAL SESSION

» Tech Update 2015

2015 is a year of change and in this pivotal period, technology can help or hurt your organization. Hardware and soft ware businesses are in upheaval, the Cloud is cloudy, mobile strategies are evolving, and the Internet of Things is a game-changer on all fronts. In this keynote session, you will learn how to create a technology roadmap that helps you to improve organizational effi ciency and avoid pitfalls.

»9:50 – 11:30 a.m.

MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» Self Service Business

Intelligence with Power BI

With Microsoft ’s Power BI tools, “Business Intelligence” (BI) is moving mainstream to help you gain meaningful insights into your data. Building upon the strengths of PivotTables and Data Models, Microsoft ’s Power BI tools provide self-service BI options to the masses. Join us in this session for a fascinating look at how you can incorporate these tools into your reporting repertoire.

» Top Ten Technology Articles

You Should Have Read

K2 Enterprises team members are oft en asked how they keep up with the rapid changes in business technology. The answer is simple – hard work and lots of reading and research. Based on a consensus of the K2 team, in this session we share the best of the best with respect to articles about technology changes, trends, and signifi cant advances.

» Remote Access Best Practices

Team members want to be able to work from anywhere, anytime, on any device. In addition to Cloud hosting providers, you can provide remote access through your existing networks by using Citrix, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, or Remote Desktop Services. In this session, you will learn best practices to give your users the best experience and what you should consider for future upgrades.

»12:20 – 1:10 p.m.

AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» Risks and Rewards of Hosted,

On-Premise, and Hybrid

Solutions

You wonder if the Cloud is right for your organization or should you remain with an on-premise solution? Perhaps mixing the Cloud with some on-premise technologies to create a hybrid solution is the optimal approach for you. Att end this session to understand your options, costs, risks, and rewards, and how to implement and manage the best solution for you and your team.

» Five Common Sense Steps to

Secure Your PC

Security is critical today, yet most users do litt le to secure their PCs. In this session, you will learn how to implement fi ve simple steps that will dramatically reduce the risk of compromised data. Regardless of experience, you will be able to implement the tools discussed and demonstrated in this session. Don’t miss this chance to stop hackers in their tracks!

» Everything iOS

Do you have an iPhone or an iPad? If so, regardless of which release of iOS you have, many features of the operating system remain overlooked and underutilized. Join us for “Everything iOS” to learn about the practical ways you can put iOS to work, how you can secure your iOS-powered device, and how you can overcome some of the issues related to using iOS in a Windows-dominated world.

»1:20 – 2:10 p.m.

AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» How to Prevent & Detect

Spreadsheet Errors

According to experts, approximately 90% of spreadsheets contain errors! In this session, you will learn how to take advantage of features in Excel to prevent and detect spreadsheet errors. You will also learn how to use Excel add-ins to improve the accuracy of spreadsheets. This session is “must-see CPE” if you are concerned about accuracy!

» The Internet of Things

In our Internet-connected world, numerous devices are appearing to help us solve

countless problems. Collectively, these devices constitute “The Internet of Things (IoT).” In this session, you will learn about IoT and how to deploy plans for connectivity, privacy, security, and management. Also, you will learn about numerous IoT-based apps and services that can assist you with specifi c tasks.

» Backups - Critical to Every

Organization

As long as you have your data, you can recover from business interruptions and disasters. However, are you sure you have all of your data properly backed up? Participate in this session to learn the best ways to backup your data, including using the Cloud, backup appliances, and other techniques. Can you really aff ord to take chances with your data?

»2:20 – 4 p.m.

GENERAL SESSION

» Dueling Excel Tips

Two instructors, two viewpoints on Excel! In this session, you will learn countless Excel tips from two instructors, each off ering their own perspective on Excel. Beyond simple techniques, you will learn valuable tips for putt ing Excel to work to solve complex issues, including data analysis and reporting. Join us for this one-of-a-kind presentation to help extend Excel’s usefulness.

Day 2 Sessions

»8 – 9:40 a.m.

GENERAL SESSION

» Data Security - Need We Say

More?

With so many data breaches, you should be concerned about the security of your data. In this session, you will learn about some of the recent high profi le att acks and how they occurred. More importantly, you will learn about techniques that will help you minimize the risks of similar att acks aff ecting your organization. Address your security concerns by participating in this session.

»9:50 – 11:30 a.m.

MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» Leading Solutions for CPA

Firms

Technology is a diff erentiator for CPA fi rms. Progressive fi rms that deploy leading-edge solutions complemented with investments in training are far more successful than those who continue to rely on outdated technologies. In this session, you will learn about leading-edge solutions available for CPA fi rms and how these solutions can help your fi rm reach its goals.

» Personal Technologies

Though many new technologies target business users, some are bett er suited for personal use. New audio and video devices, home security tools, electronic convenience gadgets, and Internet-based fi nance and personal organization tools are among the personal technologies you will learn about in this session. Participate and learn how you can manage an increasingly busy lifestyle.

» Using Tables, PivotTables,

and Queries to Automate

Reporting

Using Excel’s Table feature in concert with PivotTables, you can streamline fi nancial and operational reporting processes and signifi cantly reduce the risk of errors. Combine these new capabilities with live data queries, and Excel reporting can be faster and easier than ever. Att end this session to fi nd out how to create bett er Excel reports with less time and eff ort.

»12:20 – 1:10 p.m.

AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» Revolutionizing Small

Business Accounting

A revolution is taking place in small business accounting. While traditional desktop products continue to hold the lion’s share of the market, newer solutions are changing how small businesses – and their accountants – record and report transactions. Join us in this session for a highly-informative discussion on how this new breed of solutions will change accounting for small businesses.

» Payment Technologies

Movements are underway to dramatically change how companies make and receive payments. One in particular – the EMV initiative – aff ects every business that accepts credit card payments and began October 1. Others focus on alternative payment streams, including PayPal and even Bitcoin. Participate in this session to learn how emerging technologies can aff ect your cash fl ow and risk.

» Technology Policies to

Protect Your Organization

More than ever, policies and control procedures can help you protect your data. In this session, you will learn about critical policies that you need to have in place, including acceptable use, encryption, and mobile device management policies. You will also receive samples of recommended policies, along with guidance for implementing them, helping to reduce your risk.

»1:20 – 2:10 p.m.

AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» Beyond Entry-Level

Accounting, Reporting, and

Analytics

For organizations that are beyond small business accounting soft ware, the choices are seemingly endless. A growing list of innovations and options change how you should select and deploy your accounting, reporting, and analytics solutions. If you are curious about your options, join us in this session to discover the products and services that represent the best fi t for you, your organization, or your clients.

» Windows 10 - You’re Going To

Love It!

Built on the foundation of Windows 8, Windows 10 returns the Start Menu, introduces Universal apps and adds slick new features, such as a common notifi cation area, virtual desktops, mobile device management, and data protection. Att end this session to see why most users are going to love Windows 10, Microsoft ’s newest operating system.

» Best Tools for Collaboration

Collaboration is one of today’s hott est technology topics. In this session, you will learn about collaboration tools available from leading technology providers, and how you can use these tools to work more effi ciently and eff ectively. You will also learn how you can share and simultaneously edit documents in real-time, without creating multiple copies of the same fi le.

»2:20 – 4 p.m.

GENERAL SESSION

» Welcome to the New World of

Microsoft

Previously considered to be a soft ware company, Microsoft has changed and now sells hardware, soft ware, and subscription and Cloud-based services. In this session, you will learn about many tools and services available from Microsoft and how they can help to drive your bott om line. You will also learn how to manage licensing costs and how to deploy Microsoft hardware and soft ware most eff ectively.

LEARNING

OBJECTIVES

Aft er participating in these series of sessions you should be able to: » Determine how to utilize

existing and future

technologies to address the needs of your organization » Describe trends in hardware

and soft ware in order to make more informed decisions for your business and your clients

»

Technology

has forever changed the business world.

Agenda

»

Do you have the

knowledge

you need to move forward?

»

Are you as

eff ective

as you can be within your organization or for your clients?

»

Can you remain

competitive ?

Day 1 Sessions

»7:30 – 8 a.m

. REGISTRATION

»8 – 9:40 a.m.

GENERAL SESSION

» Tech Update 2015

2015 is a year of change and in this pivotal period, technology can help or hurt your organization. Hardware and soft ware businesses are in upheaval, the Cloud is cloudy, mobile strategies are evolving, and the Internet of Things is a game-changer on all fronts. In this keynote session, you will learn how to create a technology roadmap that helps you to improve organizational effi ciency and avoid pitfalls.

»9:50 – 11:30 a.m.

MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» Self Service Business

Intelligence with Power BI

With Microsoft ’s Power BI tools, “Business Intelligence” (BI) is moving mainstream to help you gain meaningful insights into your data. Building upon the strengths of PivotTables and Data Models, Microsoft ’s Power BI tools provide self-service BI options to the masses. Join us in this session for a fascinating look at how you can incorporate these tools into your reporting repertoire.

» Top Ten Technology Articles

You Should Have Read

K2 Enterprises team members are oft en asked how they keep up with the rapid changes in business technology. The answer is simple – hard work and lots of reading and research. Based on a consensus of the K2 team, in this session we share the best of the best with respect to articles about technology changes, trends, and signifi cant advances.

» Remote Access Best Practices

Team members want to be able to work from anywhere, anytime, on any device. In addition to Cloud hosting providers, you can

» Risks and Rewards of Hosted,

On-Premise, and Hybrid

Solutions

You wonder if the Cloud is right for your organization or should you remain with an on-premise solution? Perhaps mixing the Cloud with some on-premise technologies to create a hybrid solution is the optimal approach for you. Att end this session to understand your options, costs, risks, and rewards, and how to implement and manage the best solution for you and your team.

» Five Common Sense Steps to

Secure Your PC

Security is critical today, yet most users do litt le to secure their PCs. In this session, you will learn how to implement fi ve simple steps that will dramatically reduce the risk of compromised data. Regardless of experience, you will be able to implement the tools discussed and demonstrated in this session. Don’t miss this chance to stop hackers in their tracks!

» Everything iOS

Do you have an iPhone or an iPad? If so, regardless of which release of iOS you have, many features of the operating system remain overlooked and underutilized. Join us for “Everything iOS” to learn about the practical ways you can put iOS to work, how you can secure your iOS-powered device, and how you can overcome some of the issues related to using iOS in a Windows-dominated world.

»1:20 – 2:10 p.m.

AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» How to Prevent & Detect

Spreadsheet Errors

According to experts, approximately 90% of spreadsheets contain errors! In this session, you will learn how to take advantage of features in Excel to prevent and detect spreadsheet errors. You will also learn how to use Excel add-ins to improve the accuracy of spreadsheets. This session is “must-see CPE” if you are concerned about accuracy!

» The Internet of Things

In our Internet-connected world, numerous

» Backups - Critical to Every

Organization

As long as you have your data, you can recover from business interruptions and disasters. However, are you sure you have all of your data properly backed up? Participate in this session to learn the best ways to backup your data, including using the Cloud, backup appliances, and other techniques. Can you really aff ord to take chances with your data?

»2:20 – 4 p.m.

GENERAL SESSION

» Dueling Excel Tips

Two instructors, two viewpoints on Excel! In this session, you will learn countless Excel tips from two instructors, each off ering their own perspective on Excel. Beyond simple techniques, you will learn valuable tips for putt ing Excel to work to solve complex issues, including data analysis and reporting. Join us for this one-of-a-kind presentation to help extend Excel’s usefulness.

Day 2 Sessions

»8 – 9:40 a.m.

GENERAL SESSION

» Data Security - Need We Say

More?

With so many data breaches, you should be concerned about the security of your data. In this session, you will learn about some of the recent high profi le att acks and how they occurred. More importantly, you will learn about techniques that will help you minimize the risks of similar att acks aff ecting your organization. Address your security concerns by participating in this session.

»9:50 – 11:30 a.m.

MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» Leading Solutions for CPA

Firms

Technology is a diff erentiator for CPA fi rms. Progressive fi rms that deploy leading-edge solutions complemented with investments in training are far more successful than those who continue to rely on outdated

» Personal Technologies

Though many new technologies target business users, some are bett er suited for personal use. New audio and video devices, home security tools, electronic convenience gadgets, and Internet-based fi nance and personal organization tools are among the personal technologies you will learn about in this session. Participate and learn how you can manage an increasingly busy lifestyle.

» Using Tables, PivotTables,

and Queries to Automate

Reporting

Using Excel’s Table feature in concert with PivotTables, you can streamline fi nancial and operational reporting processes and signifi cantly reduce the risk of errors. Combine these new capabilities with live data queries, and Excel reporting can be faster and easier than ever. Att end this session to fi nd out how to create bett er Excel reports with less time and eff ort.

»12:20 – 1:10 p.m.

AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» Revolutionizing Small

Business Accounting

A revolution is taking place in small business accounting. While traditional desktop products continue to hold the lion’s share of the market, newer solutions are changing how small businesses – and their accountants – record and report transactions. Join us in this session for a highly-informative discussion on how this new breed of solutions will change accounting for small businesses.

» Payment Technologies

Movements are underway to dramatically change how companies make and receive payments. One in particular – the EMV initiative – aff ects every business that accepts credit card payments and began October 1. Others focus on alternative payment streams, including PayPal and even Bitcoin. Participate in this session to learn how emerging technologies can aff ect your cash fl ow and risk.

» Technology Policies to

»1:20 – 2:10 p.m.

AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» Beyond Entry-Level

Accounting, Reporting, and

Analytics

For organizations that are beyond small business accounting soft ware, the choices are seemingly endless. A growing list of innovations and options change how you should select and deploy your accounting, reporting, and analytics solutions. If you are curious about your options, join us in this session to discover the products and services that represent the best fi t for you, your organization, or your clients.

» Windows 10 - You’re Going To

Love It!

Built on the foundation of Windows 8, Windows 10 returns the Start Menu, introduces Universal apps and adds slick new features, such as a common notifi cation area, virtual desktops, mobile device management, and data protection. Att end this session to see why most users are going to love Windows 10, Microsoft ’s newest operating system.

» Best Tools for Collaboration

Collaboration is one of today’s hott est technology topics. In this session, you will learn about collaboration tools available from leading technology providers, and how you can use these tools to work more effi ciently and eff ectively. You will also learn how you can share and simultaneously edit documents in real-time, without creating multiple copies of the same fi le.

»2:20 – 4 p.m.

GENERAL SESSION

» Welcome to the New World of

Microsoft

Previously considered to be a soft ware company, Microsoft has changed and now sells hardware, soft ware, and subscription and Cloud-based services. In this session, you will learn about many tools and services available from Microsoft and how they can help to drive your bott om line. You will also learn how to manage licensing costs and how to deploy Microsoft

LEARNING

OBJECTIVES

Aft er participating in these series of sessions you should be able to: » Determine how to utilize

existing and future

technologies to address the needs of your organization » Describe trends in hardware

and soft ware in order to make more informed decisions for your business and your clients

» Develop and implement strategies for Cloud computing and the Mobile

offi ce

» Utilize Microsoft Offi ce’s

most powerful features

»

Technology

has forever changed the business world.

Agenda

»

Do you have the

knowledge

you need to move forward?

»

Are you as

eff ective

as you can be within your organization or for your clients?

»

Can you remain

competitive ?

Day 1 Sessions

»7:30 – 8 a.m

. REGISTRATION

»8 – 9:40 a.m.

GENERAL SESSION

» Tech Update 2015

2015 is a year of change and in this pivotal period, technology can help or hurt your organization. Hardware and soft ware businesses are in upheaval, the Cloud is cloudy, mobile strategies are evolving, and the Internet of Things is a game-changer on all fronts. In this keynote session, you will learn how to create a technology roadmap that helps you to improve organizational effi ciency and avoid pitfalls.

»9:50 – 11:30 a.m.

MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» Self Service Business

Intelligence with Power BI

With Microsoft ’s Power BI tools, “Business Intelligence” (BI) is moving mainstream to help you gain meaningful insights into your data. Building upon the strengths of PivotTables and Data Models, Microsoft ’s Power BI tools provide self-service BI options to the masses. Join us in this session for a fascinating look at how you can incorporate these tools into your reporting repertoire.

» Top Ten Technology Articles

You Should Have Read

K2 Enterprises team members are oft en asked how they keep up with the rapid changes in business technology. The answer is simple – hard work and lots of reading and research. Based on a consensus of the K2 team, in this session we share the best of the best with respect to articles about technology changes, trends, and signifi cant advances.

» Remote Access Best Practices

Team members want to be able to work from anywhere, anytime, on any device. In addition to Cloud hosting providers, you can provide remote access through your existing networks by using Citrix, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, or Remote Desktop Services. In this session, you will learn best practices to give your users the best experience and what you should consider for future upgrades.

»12:20 – 1:10 p.m.

AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» Risks and Rewards of Hosted,

On-Premise, and Hybrid

Solutions

You wonder if the Cloud is right for your organization or should you remain with an on-premise solution? Perhaps mixing the Cloud with some on-premise technologies to create a hybrid solution is the optimal approach for you. Att end this session to understand your options, costs, risks, and rewards, and how to implement and manage the best solution for you and your team.

» Five Common Sense Steps to

Secure Your PC

Security is critical today, yet most users do litt le to secure their PCs. In this session, you will learn how to implement fi ve simple steps that will dramatically reduce the risk of compromised data. Regardless of experience, you will be able to implement the tools discussed and demonstrated in this session. Don’t miss this chance to stop hackers in their tracks!

» Everything iOS

Do you have an iPhone or an iPad? If so, regardless of which release of iOS you have, many features of the operating system remain overlooked and underutilized. Join us for “Everything iOS” to learn about the practical ways you can put iOS to work, how you can secure your iOS-powered device, and how you can overcome some of the issues related to using iOS in a Windows-dominated world.

»1:20 – 2:10 p.m.

AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» How to Prevent & Detect

Spreadsheet Errors

According to experts, approximately 90% of spreadsheets contain errors! In this session, you will learn how to take advantage of features in Excel to prevent and detect spreadsheet errors. You will also learn how to use Excel add-ins to improve the accuracy of spreadsheets. This session is “must-see CPE” if you are concerned about accuracy!

» The Internet of Things

In our Internet-connected world, numerous devices are appearing to help us solve

countless problems. Collectively, these devices constitute “The Internet of Things (IoT).” In this session, you will learn about IoT and how to deploy plans for connectivity, privacy, security, and management. Also, you will learn about numerous IoT-based apps and services that can assist you with specifi c tasks.

» Backups - Critical to Every

Organization

As long as you have your data, you can recover from business interruptions and disasters. However, are you sure you have all of your data properly backed up? Participate in this session to learn the best ways to backup your data, including using the Cloud, backup appliances, and other techniques. Can you really aff ord to take chances with your data?

»2:20 – 4 p.m.

GENERAL SESSION

» Dueling Excel Tips

Two instructors, two viewpoints on Excel! In this session, you will learn countless Excel tips from two instructors, each off ering their own perspective on Excel. Beyond simple techniques, you will learn valuable tips for putt ing Excel to work to solve complex issues, including data analysis and reporting. Join us for this one-of-a-kind presentation to help extend Excel’s usefulness.

Day 2 Sessions

»8 – 9:40 a.m.

GENERAL SESSION

» Data Security - Need We Say

More?

With so many data breaches, you should be concerned about the security of your data. In this session, you will learn about some of the recent high profi le att acks and how they occurred. More importantly, you will learn about techniques that will help you minimize the risks of similar att acks aff ecting your organization. Address your security concerns by participating in this session.

»9:50 – 11:30 a.m.

MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» Leading Solutions for CPA

Firms

Technology is a diff erentiator for CPA fi rms. Progressive fi rms that deploy leading-edge solutions complemented with investments in training are far more successful than those who continue to rely on outdated technologies. In this session, you will learn about leading-edge solutions available for CPA fi rms and how these solutions can help your fi rm reach its goals.

» Personal Technologies

Though many new technologies target business users, some are bett er suited for personal use. New audio and video devices, home security tools, electronic convenience gadgets, and Internet-based fi nance and personal organization tools are among the personal technologies you will learn about in this session. Participate and learn how you can manage an increasingly busy lifestyle.

» Using Tables, PivotTables,

and Queries to Automate

Reporting

Using Excel’s Table feature in concert with PivotTables, you can streamline fi nancial and operational reporting processes and signifi cantly reduce the risk of errors. Combine these new capabilities with live data queries, and Excel reporting can be faster and easier than ever. Att end this session to fi nd out how to create bett er Excel reports with less time and eff ort.

»12:20 – 1:10 p.m.

AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» Revolutionizing Small

Business Accounting

A revolution is taking place in small business accounting. While traditional desktop products continue to hold the lion’s share of the market, newer solutions are changing how small businesses – and their accountants – record and report transactions. Join us in this session for a highly-informative discussion on how this new breed of solutions will change accounting for small businesses.

» Payment Technologies

Movements are underway to dramatically change how companies make and receive payments. One in particular – the EMV initiative – aff ects every business that accepts credit card payments and began October 1. Others focus on alternative payment streams, including PayPal and even Bitcoin. Participate in this session to learn how emerging technologies can aff ect your cash fl ow and risk.

» Technology Policies to

Protect Your Organization

More than ever, policies and control procedures can help you protect your data. In this session, you will learn about critical policies that you need to have in place, including acceptable use, encryption, and mobile device management policies. You will also receive samples of recommended policies, along with guidance for implementing them, helping to reduce your risk.

»1:20 – 2:10 p.m.

AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS

» Beyond Entry-Level

Accounting, Reporting, and

Analytics

For organizations that are beyond small business accounting soft ware, the choices are seemingly endless. A growing list of innovations and options change how you should select and deploy your accounting, reporting, and analytics solutions. If you are curious about your options, join us in this session to discover the products and services that represent the best fi t for you, your organization, or your clients.

» Windows 10 - You’re Going To

Love It!

Built on the foundation of Windows 8, Windows 10 returns the Start Menu, introduces Universal apps and adds slick new features, such as a common notifi cation area, virtual desktops, mobile device management, and data protection. Att end this session to see why most users are going to love Windows 10, Microsoft ’s newest operating system.

» Best Tools for Collaboration

Collaboration is one of today’s hott est technology topics. In this session, you will learn about collaboration tools available from leading technology providers, and how you can use these tools to work more effi ciently and eff ectively. You will also learn how you can share and simultaneously edit documents in real-time, without creating multiple copies of the same fi le.

»2:20 – 4 p.m.

GENERAL SESSION

» Welcome to the New World of

Microsoft

Previously considered to be a soft ware company, Microsoft has changed and now sells hardware, soft ware, and subscription and Cloud-based services. In this session, you will learn about many tools and services available from Microsoft and how they can help to drive your bott om line. You will also learn how to manage licensing costs and how to deploy Microsoft hardware and soft ware most eff ectively.

»

»

»

EXPAND

Your Knowledge

INTEGRATE

Technology

DELIVER

Results

16 CPE Credits

R E G I S T R A T I O N F O R M

Technology

Conference

for Accountants

CONFERENCE LOCATION | TIMES | FEES

T

echnology

Conference

for A ccountants

ALL

NEW

FORMAT!

38% increase in

topics available

2015 Technology Conference for Accountants

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SESSIONS AT A GLANCE

MONDAY | DECEMBER 7 | 2015 7:30 a.m. On Site Registration

8 - 9:40 a.m. GENERAL SESSION | Tech Update 2015

9:50 a.m. MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS 2 Self Service Business Intelligence with Power BI

3 Top Ten Technology Articles You Should Have Read 4 Remote Access Best Practices

11:30 a.m. Lunch

AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS

12:20 - 1:10 p.m. (Choose 1) 1:20 - 2:10 p.m. (Choose 1)

5 Hosted, On-Premise, and Hybrid Solutions 8 How to Prevent & Detect Spreadsheet Errors

6 Five Common Sense Steps to Secure Your PC 9 The Internet of Things

7 Everything iOS 10 Backups - Critical to Every Organization

2:20 p.m. GENERAL SESSION | Dueling Excel Tips

TUESDAY | DECEMBER 8 | 2015 7:30 a.m. On Site Registration

8 - 9:40 a.m. GENERAL SESSION | Data Security - Need We Say More?

9:50 a.m. MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS 13 Leading Solutions for CPA Firms

December 7-8, 2015

Hilton Garden Inn Airport

Louisville, KY

ABOUT THIS CONFERENCE

CPE credit:

16 hours Specializ

ed Kno

wledge and Applications

Course de veloper: K2 Enterprises P rerequisites: Fundamental kno wledge of hardw are, soft w

are, and technology

trends Progr am le vel: Ov ervie w A dv ance prepar ation: None Instructional deliv ery method: Group-liv

e demo and discussion using color

projection Who should att

end:

Busy accounting and fi

nancial prof

essionals who w

ant to

impro

ve their personal and organiz

ational productivity REGIS TRA TION OPTIONS: •Mail registr ation and payment to: K yCP A 1735 Alliant A venue, Louisville, K Y 40299 •Call 502.266.5272 or In K entucky 800.292.1754 •F AX registr ation to 502.261.9512 •Online at ky cpa.org

Hilton Garden Inn Airport, 2735 Critt enden Drive, Louisville, KY 40209 Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m., Conference starts at 8 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m. Early bird fee: Register by 11/23/15 □ KyCPA member: $449 □ Nonmember: $649 Regular fee: Register aft er 11/23/15 □ KyCPA member: $499 □ Nonmember: $699

Group discount: Register and pay for 4 or more from the same organization at the same time and save $25 per person. Register online at kycpa.org or call 502.266.5272.

Cancellation policy: Cancellations or transfers between 1 week and 1 day prior to conference date will incur an administration fee of $35. Cancellations the day of and No-shows receive NO REFUND. □ Check here if you want a printed manual: All courses include electronic manuals. We can provide you a printed copy for $30.

Specifi c needs: □Do you have any special needs or requirements? If yes, please att ach a writt en explanation of your needs.

Name

Firm/Company

Address City/State/Zip

E-mail Phone Fax

□ KyCPA Member □ Non-CPA Staff □ Non-member □ Other State Society Payment options: Total Amount: $_______________ □Enclosed is a check to KyCPA □Company □Personal □Please charge MC/Visa/AMEX □Bill me/my firm

Credit Card ______________________________ ______________________________________________________ Exp. Date__________

Signature ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ PRSRT STD U.S. POST AGE P AID