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SUMMARY:IRS - National Small Business Week
DESCRIPTION:Check out the Small Business Week main page. I also encourage you to share the valuable resources with your clients\, members\, and the small business community. \nStakeholder Liaison is providing Publication 5965\, National Small Business Week\, a five-page PDF bundle that highlights the daily themes for the week and includes helpful resources. \n2026 Daily Themes: \n\n May 4: Avoid scams\nMay 5: Best practices for small businesses and tax professionals who support small businesses\nMay 6: Smart planning for small business success\nMay 7: Transformation and improvements: exploring tools and technology\nMay 8: Prepare: Put a plan in place\n\nThe bundle also includes: \n\nDirect links to helpful information on IRS.gov\nSuggested social media posts\nAdditional tools and resources you can share with your audience\n\nWe also encourage all small business owners to attend our live webinar on May 7 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Here is the registration link for this event. \nThe event will be recorded for anyone who cannot attend live. Please note that we will not award continuing education credits for either the live or recorded session.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/irs-national-small-business-week/
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SUMMARY:ADP: Women @ Work 2026 - Redefining the Workforce of Tomorrow
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 7  |  11 a.m. ET \nComplimentary Virtual Summit \nSave your spot!\nApproved for up to 4 HRCI\, CPE or SHRM credits \n \nKeynote speaker\nHoda Kotb \nNew York Times Bestselling Author\, Award-Winning Journalist\, Founder and CEO\, Joy 101
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/adp-women-work-2026-redefining-the-workforce-of-tomorrow/
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SUMMARY:Understanding Federal Taxes for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Federal Taxes for Small Businesses\n\n\n\n(90 minutes including Q & A)\n\n\n\n\nNO Continuing Education (CE) Credit/Certificate is offered for this webinar\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter completing this session\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\nUnderstand IRS Form 1040 Schedule C Profit/Loss from Business\nExplain the Types of Business Structures\nDiscover IRS Resources and Online Tools for Small Business Owners\nPlus\, a live Q & A.\n\nOffered with closed captioning. Closed captioning displays the words that describe the audio portion of the program for viewers who are deaf or hard of hearing. Captions are available in English.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/31354/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T130000
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SUMMARY:ADP CPE - R&D tax credit readiness: Updated expensing guidance\, transition rules and key deadlines
DESCRIPTION:R&D tax credit readiness: Updated expensing guidance\, transition rules and key deadlines\nCPE/CE credit: 1 hour \nThe federal research and development (R&D) tax credit landscape is shifting fast\, and recent guidance is changing how companies plan\, expense\, and document innovation investments. This session delivers a practical and timely overview of the federal R&D tax credit\, with a focus on key updates and critical deadlines as emphasized in H.R. 1 (the One Big Beautiful Bill Act) and Revenue Procedure 2025-28. \nSection 174 expensing rules for research and experimental expenditures are now a central planning and compliance issue. We’ll break down the new requirements\, clarify transition rules\, and explain how these changes impact documentation\, forecasting and audit readiness. \nLearning objectives: \n\nFocus on the upcoming July 6\, 2026\, deadline for amended returns and updated rules for R&D expenditures under Section 174.\nLeverage Revenue Procedure 2025-28 guidance to navigate the transition period.\nIdentify qualifying activities and define documentation approaches that support credit claims and compliance.\nRecognize common implementation challenges and evaluate practical options to address them.\nTranslate legislative and procedural updates into actionable tax planning and reporting decisions.\n\nWhether you’re encountering these updates for the first time or tightening up your existing approach\, you’ll leave this session with a clear picture of what’s changed and how to turn legislative complexity into an actionable opportunity for your clients. \nLevel:  Basic \nInstructional method:  Group internet-based \nNASBA field of study:  Taxes \nProgram prerequisites:  None \nAdvance preparation:  None \nNote: CPE is only available for attending the live event\, on-demand viewing is not eligible. \nThis website is powered by ON24 to organize webinars (including communications\, registrations\, management and analytics) at the request of its clients in accordance with ON24 Privacy Policy. ON24 shares registration\, attendance\, analytics\, questions and survey responses with their clients.; ADP uses this information\, in accordance with its Privacy Policy. \nThis ON24 website uses cookies. If you continue to use this site and join webcasts without changing your settings\, you consent to ON24’s use of cookies in accordance with their Cookie Policy. \nNASBA Approved. Sponsor # 103021. \nWolters Kluwer is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State Boards of Accountancy have the final authority on the acceptance of individual course for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org. \nNew York note: Wolters Kluwer is a registered Continuing Education sponsor with the New York State Board for Public Accountancy\, State Education Department. (Sponsor #000085) | Texas note: We have registered with the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy as a CPE sponsor. This registration does not constitute an endorsement by the Board as to the quality of our CPE program. (Sponsor #000001). Please check with your State Board which has final authority on the approval of courses for CPE credit. The content presented during this webcast is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal or tax advice. ADP encourages you to consult with appropriate legal or tax professionals for circumstances related to your business. \nADP\, the ADP logo and Always Designing for People are trademarks of ADP\, Inc. All other marks belong to their respective owners. Copyright © 2026\, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. \nSpeaker:\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael Smith\, CPA\nDirector of Tax\, ADP\n\n\nMichael is an accomplished leader in the field of accounting and tax\, boasting nearly three decades of experience. With expertise in traditional income tax compliance\, planning\, and consulting\, he has effectively served clients of various sizes across multiple sectors. His proficiency extends to big data analytics\, accounting\, tax provisions\, and financial operations. \nUtilizing cutting-edge data analytic tools\, Michael advises businesses on optimizing available tax benefits\, grants\, and incentives to enhance their financial outcomes. His dedication to excellence and commitment to client success make him a valuable asset in navigating complex tax landscapes. \nEducation & Affiliations: \n\nBoard Member / Treasurer – Georgia Society of CPAS (GSCPA)\nMember – National Association of Tax Preparers (NATP)\nMember – Technology Association of Georgia (TAG)\nMember – American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)\nMember – Georgia Chamber Innovation & Tech Committee\nCertified Public Accountant – Georgia\nEducation – Mercer University (BBA & MBA) and Georgia State University (MTx)
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/adp-cpe-rd-tax-credit-readiness-updated-expensing-guidance-transition-rules-and-key-deadlines/
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SUMMARY:ADP CPE:  Winning hearts and minds: Building a future-ready business
DESCRIPTION:Winning hearts and minds: Building a future-ready business\nCPE credit: 1 hour for CPAs \nStop treating IT like a bill you have to pay and start seeing it as the way you’ll grow your business. If your tech is clunky\, your best people will leave. You’ll learn how to spot the tools that actually help your team get work done faster. It’s not just about the gadgets; it’s about how you lead your people through the frustration of change. You need to make sure your remote staff and office team feel like they’re working for the same company. We won’t get bogged down in technical talk. Instead\, we’ll focus on the big-picture shifts you need to make to keep your firm ready for what’s coming next. You can’t afford to let “how we’ve always done it” hold you back anymore. Get your team on board by showing them how new tech makes their lives easier. It’s about winning their hearts and minds to build a business that stays ahead. \nLearning objectives: \n\nIdentify the high-level technology requirements for a scalable accounting firm.\nRecognize the common organizational barriers to successful technology adoption.\nCompare different infrastructure models for their ability to support hybrid work environments.\nDiscuss the relationship between firm culture and effective digital transformation.\n\nLevel:  Basic \nInstructional method:  Group internet-based \nNASBA field of study:  Information technology \nProgram prerequisites:  None \nAdvance preparation:  None \nNote: CPE is only available for attending the live event\, on-demand viewing is not eligible. \nSpeaker:\n\n\n\n\n\nStephen M. Yoss\nStephen M. Yoss\, Jr.\, CPA\, MS\, is a certified public accountant\, the senior technology strategist and partner of Devmatics\, a continuing education instructor for financial professionals\, and a licensed pyrotechnician. While his interests and skills are varied\, they all share a common thread—his love for and skill in finding technology-based solutions.\n\n\nWhether it’s teaching in the classroom\, consulting clients in a boardroom\, or shooting a fireworks display\, Steve brings passion\, hard work\, value—and above all else—technological expertise to each of his clients. With an open\, honest approach\, he creates a unique strategy for each client specifically designed to benefit their needs and streamline their operations in order to create efficiency and maximize their financial potential. For more information about Steve\, please click here to visit his personal website. \n\n\n\n\nThis website is powered by ON24 to organize webinars (including communications\, registrations\, management and analytics) at the request of its clients in accordance with ON24 Privacy Policy. ON24 shares registration\, attendance\, analytics\, questions and survey responses with their clients.; ADP uses this information\, in accordance with its Privacy Policy. \nThis ON24 website uses cookies. If you continue to use this site and join webcasts without changing your settings\, you consent to ON24’s use of cookies in accordance with their Cookie Policy. \nNASBA Approved. Sponsor # 103021. \nWolters Kluwer is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State Boards of Accountancy have the final authority on the acceptance of individual course for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org. \nNew York note: Wolters Kluwer is a registered Continuing Education sponsor with the New York State Board for Public Accountancy\, State Education Department. (Sponsor #000085) | Texas note: We have registered with the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy as a CPE sponsor. This registration does not constitute an endorsement by the Board as to the quality of our CPE program. (Sponsor #000001). Please check with your State Board which has final authority on the approval of courses for CPE credit. The content presented during this webcast is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal or tax advice. ADP encourages you to consult with appropriate legal or tax professionals for circumstances related to your business. \nADP\, the ADP logo and Always Designing for People are trademarks of ADP\, Inc. All other marks belong to their respective owners. Copyright © 2026\, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/adp-cpe-winning-hearts-and-minds-building-a-future-ready-business/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T190000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Chapter - May Day Celebration
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URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/virtual-chapter-may-day-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T110000
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SUMMARY:ADP CPE:  Busy season debrief: Turning tax season lessons into sustainable success
DESCRIPTION:Busy season debrief: Turning tax season lessons into sustainable success\nCPE credit: 1 hour for CPAs \nTax season may be over\, but its lessons are still fresh. In this session\, Dawn Brolin\, CEO of Powerful Accounting\, Inc.\, guides accounting professionals through a structured review of the most recent tax season to identify what worked\, what didn’t\, and what must change before the next busy season. \nParticipants will learn how to evaluate workload patterns\, client interactions\, team capacity\, and technology effectiveness through a post season lens. This session will help firms move from reactive survival mode to intentional planning. Attendees will gain practical frameworks to capture lessons learned\, reset boundaries\, mitigate burnout risk\, and refine systems that support greater efficiency\, profitability\, and well being throughout the year. \nLearning objectives: \n\nAssess tax season performance to identify patterns related to workload distribution\, time management\, and client demands.\nAnalyze sources of stress\, bottlenecks\, and burnout experienced during busy season and determine their root causes.\nEvaluate the effectiveness of workflows\, delegation strategies\, and technology used during tax season.\nApply a process to document lessons learned and prioritize improvements for the upcoming year.\nDevelop an action plan to refine processes\, reset client expectations\, and strengthen team sustainability before the next tax season.\n\nLevel:  Basic \nInstructional method:  Group internet-based \nNASBA field of study:  Business management & organization \nProgram prerequisites:  None \nAdvance preparation:  None \nNote: CPE is only available for attending the live event\, on-demand viewing is not eligible. \nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDawn Brolin\, CPA\, CFE\nCEO\, The Designated Motivator\, Inc.\, and Powerful Accounting Inc.\n\n\nDawn Brolin is The Designated Motivator for Accounting Professionals and the CEO of Powerful Accounting\, Inc.For more than two decades\, Dawn has been a well-known and respected educator and motivator for her clients\, other accounting professionals and technology solution providers. She is known for innovative collaborations within the accounting profession including with her technology ecosystem partners which are included in her Team Brolin Starting Lineup. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeather Sperduto\nVP Accountant Advocacy\, ADP\n\n\nHeather Sperduto began her career at ADP\, the global human resources and payroll company\, as a district sales manager. With a career spanning two decades\, Heather steadily progressed through the organization\, moving from corporate sales trainer to corporate accountant services leading to her present position as vice president of Sales Operations for the ADP Accountant Channel. Heather has supported the nationwide design and execution of the ADP Accountant Program.  Heather is also a Director on the Foundation of AFWA. \n\nThis website is powered by ON24 to organize webinars (including communications\, registrations\, management and analytics) at the request of its clients in accordance with ON24 Privacy Policy. ON24 shares registration\, attendance\, analytics\, questions and survey responses with their clients.; ADP uses this information\, in accordance with its Privacy Policy. \nThis ON24 website uses cookies. If you continue to use this site and join webcasts without changing your settings\, you consent to ON24’s use of cookies in accordance with their Cookie Policy. \nNASBA Approved. Sponsor # 103021. \nWolters Kluwer is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State Boards of Accountancy have the final authority on the acceptance of individual course for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org. \nNew York note: Wolters Kluwer is a registered Continuing Education sponsor with the New York State Board for Public Accountancy\, State Education Department. (Sponsor #000085) | Texas note: We have registered with the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy as a CPE sponsor. This registration does not constitute an endorsement by the Board as to the quality of our CPE program. (Sponsor #000001). Please check with your State Board which has final authority on the approval of courses for CPE credit. The content presented during this webcast is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal or tax advice. ADP encourages you to consult with appropriate legal or tax professionals for circumstances related to your business. \nADP\, the ADP logo and Always Designing for People are trademarks of ADP\, Inc. All other marks belong to their respective owners. Copyright © 2026\, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/adp-cpe-busy-season-debrief-turning-tax-season-lessons-into-sustainable-success/
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