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UID:31157-1771331400-1771336800@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:AFWA Des Moines Chapter - FREE CPE Zoom with the FBI—Cybersecurity Strategies
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAY\, FEBRUARY 17\,2026 11:30am-1:00pm \nZOOM CPE MEETING (link will be sent closer to meeting) \nSPEAKER DETAILS: \nSPEAKER: Dean Neubauer\, FBI Special Agent \nSESSION TITLE: Cyber Threats Awareness and Mitigation \nSESSION DESCRIPTION: \nA briefing / discussion that will cover the major types of Cyber threats faced by businesses and individuals including Business Email Compromise (BEC)\, Ransomware\, Confidence Fraud\, and cyber extortion.  Also included will be ‘best practice’ mitigation strategies and controls which help prevent victimization. \nRSVP Online: Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow professionals\, enhance your communication skills\, and earn essential CPE credit. \n\n\n\nRegister now! \n\n\n\n  \nField of Study: Information Technology \nProgram Level: Basic / 1CPE \nPrerequisites: None \nAdvance Preparation: None \nSpeaker BIO: \nDean Neubauer is a Special Agent with the FBI Omaha field office.  SA Neubauer is stationed in Des Moines\, Iowa where he works on Cyber crime investigations.  Prior to joining the FBI in 2020\, SA Neubauer worked for 10 years in the Information Technology sector in roles ranging from Help Desk\, Implementation Consulting\, and Information Security Engineering. \nEmail: dneubauer@fbi.gov \nWebsite https://fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/omaha
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/afwa-des-moines-chapter-free-cpe-zoom-with-the-fbi-cybersecurity-strategies/
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UID:31145-1771329600-1771333200@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Expert Edge Series - IRS Part 4 of 4
DESCRIPTION:More information and registration at this link.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/expert-edge-series-irs-part-4-of-4/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260215
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
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UID:31130-1771027200-1771113599@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Valentine's Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/valentines-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20260129T182356Z
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UID:31162-1770750000-1770757200@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:B-I-N-G-O NIGHT - Foundation Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026 \n7:00 PM EST (4:00 PM PST) \nB-I-N-G-O is the name of the game! Are you ready to play and win? The Foundation of AFWA has organized an evening of fun and games just for you. This is a great opportunity to meet and connect with peers without the pressure of a formal meeting structure—it’s all about fun and camaraderie. And of course\, the night gets even better with chances to win prizes! \nMake it a Chapter Event or grab your Galentine’s and make it a Galentine Event. \nLet’s have some fun!! \n  \nRegistration Options: \n·     Silver Registration ($30 donation) \n·     Includes 4 bingo games. The winner of each game receives a $50 Amazon gift card. \n·     Gold Registration ($50 donation) \n·     Includes 4 bingo games plus one entry into a $100 Amazon e-gift card raffle. \n  \nEvent Schedule: \n·     7:00 PM – 7:30 PM (ET): Networking and game instructions \n·     7:30 PM – 8:30 PM (ET): Bingo games \n·     8:30 PM – 9:00 PM (ET): Optional networking \n  \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \n \nThrough stewardship\, The Foundation promotes and advances women in accounting and finance by cultivating relationships\, securing contributions\, and providing scholarships for education and career development. \nThank you for supporting the Foundation of AFWA 💙 \n— The Foundation Team
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/b-i-n-g-o-night-foundation-fundraiser/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20260205T033933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T034251Z
UID:31168-1770728400-1770732000@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Chapter - Government Contracting for Small Business - Education Event
DESCRIPTION:The Virtual Chapter is pleased to welcome Leslie Miller\, a trusted expert in government contracting\, for a timely and highly practical webinar designed specifically for small business owners and advisors. This session cuts through the noise to focus on what actually matters: where opportunities exist\, what’s changed\, and how to avoid the costly missteps that keep businesses from qualifying or winning work. \nKnown for an engaging\, straightforward presentation style\, Leslie translates complex regulations into clear\, actionable insights you can apply immediately. \nLeslie Miller\, Government Contracting Counselor\, presents Components of Government Contracting: MARKET RESEARCH\, REGISTER on appropriate procurement portals & sites\, RESPOND to solicitations\, RECEIVE a contract\, and HOW to get paid. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\nSmall business owners are curious about selling to local\, state or federal government agencies. This high-level overview is an essential first step to understanding how the process works\, how to determine if government contracting is a fit for their company and possible next steps. \n1 CPE / Business Management & Organization / Basic \nAFWA Members: $0\, Guests: $50 \nSPEAKER BIO:\nLeslie Miller has over 50 years of experience in small business\, public speaking\, and professional training\, with a current focus on counseling clients in government contracting. She began her career in retail and wholesale as an accountant and office manager\, then advanced into nonprofit leadership as a financial analyst\, grants coordinator\, and director of operations. Leslie also spent many years as a college lecturer\, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in accounting and information systems. She has developed numerous training events for businesses pursuing government contracts and holds a Master of Arts degree in Computer Education.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/virtual-chapter-government-contracting-for-small-business-education-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20260106T192540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T192540Z
UID:31143-1770123600-1770123600@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Expert Edge Series - IRS Part 3 of 4
DESCRIPTION:More information and registration at this link.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/expert-edge-series-irs-part-3-of-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20260106T181631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T181631Z
UID:31127-1769601600-1769605200@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:AFWA Chapter Leaders Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Email us at afwanational@afwa.org to be added to this monthly meeting for chapter leaders
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/afwa-chapter-leaders-meeting-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20260106T192443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T192443Z
UID:31141-1769515200-1769518800@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Expert Edge Series - IRS Part 2 of 4
DESCRIPTION:More information and registration at this link.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/expert-edge-series-irs-part-2-of-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20260109T005349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T005349Z
UID:31150-1769448600-1769455800@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Federal tax update with IRS Senior Stakeholder Liaison - Philadelphia Chapter
DESCRIPTION:More information here.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/federal-tax-update-with-irs-senior-stakeholder-liaison-philadelphia-chapter/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20260106T180942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T180942Z
UID:31125-1769095800-1769099400@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:AFWA Growth & Sustainability Committee
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/afwa-growth-sustainability-committee/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20260106T180711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T180711Z
UID:31123-1769007600-1769011200@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Foundation Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/foundation-board-meeting-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20260106T175213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T175213Z
UID:31113-1768780800-1768867199@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Martin Luther King Jr. Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/martin-luther-king-jr-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20260106T180605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T180605Z
UID:31121-1768491000-1768494600@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:AFWA/Foundation Operations Committee
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/afwa-foundation-operations-committee/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20260106T175806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T175806Z
UID:31119-1768399200-1768402800@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:AFWA Membership Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly \n2nd Wednesday of the month\, 2pm EST \nVolunteer for this committee here:  https://www.afwa.org/volunteer/
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/afwa-membership-committee-meeting-5/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20260106T192006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T192329Z
UID:31136-1768305600-1768309200@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Expert Edge Education Series - IRS Part 1 of 4
DESCRIPTION:More information and registration at this link.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/expert-edge-education-series-irs/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20260106T175512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T175512Z
UID:31115-1767783600-1767787200@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:AFWA Chapter Relations Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly \nFirst Wednesday of the month\, 11am-12pm EST \nSign up to volunteer on this committee here:  https://www.afwa.org/volunteer/
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/afwa-chapter-relations-committee-meeting-4/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20260106T175628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T175628Z
UID:31117-1767686400-1767718800@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:AFWA Marketing Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly \nFirst Wednesday of the month\, 3pm EST \nSign up to volunteer for this committee here: https://www.afwa.org/volunteer/
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/afwa-marketing-committee-meeting-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20260106T175041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T184236Z
UID:31111-1767225600-1767311999@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/31111/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20251208T122815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T123012Z
UID:31091-1765461600-1765465200@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Seattle-Bellevue Chapter Virtual CPE - What Everyone Should Know About Social Security
DESCRIPTION:What Everyone Should Know About Social Security\nKirk Larson\, Public Affairs Representative\nSocial Security Administration\n1.5 CPE\nThursday\, December 11\, 2025\nLocation Details: \nOnline via Zoom Conference. We will email the Zoom link after registration closes. \nClick to register \nTime:\n11:00 AM – 12:15 PM Pacific \n \nEvent Details: \nSocial Security represents one of the most significant sources of retirement income for millions of Americans\, yet navigating its complex rules and optimization strategies remains challenging for many. This comprehensive presentation equips CPAs with knowledge to help your clients to navigate critical Social Security decisions that can impact their financial security for decades. \nTopics covered: \n\nWhen are you eligible to receive retirement benefits?\nHow does early retirement affect your benefits?\nDo you qualify for disability\, survivors\, and spouse benefits?\nHow do you get the most from your benefit?\nWhat is the future of Social Security?\nWhen should you file for Medicare?\n\nSpeaker Bio: \nKirk Larson is the Washington State Public Affairs Representative for the Social Security Administration. He has worked with the agency for over 30 years in both technical and supervisory roles. Kirk has presented Social Security information in both the Seattle and San Francisco regions. He has had several articles published and appeared on TV and radio shows to discuss Social Security topics. \nCost:\nMembers – $12\nNon-members – $23\nStudents – Free \nPlease note that your cost includes the new WA sales tax on live presentations. \nRegistration closes at noon on Wednesday\, December 10\, 2025. \nClick to register \nPlease email arrangements@seattleafwa.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/seattle-bellevue-chapter-virtual-cpe-what-everyone-should-know-about-social-security/
LOCATION:Virtual Call
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20251005T232705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T232729Z
UID:30970-1765371600-1765375200@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Expert Edge Series – Generative AI\, CoPilot\, with the focus on how to utilize CoPilot with Microsoft (Part 4 of 4)
DESCRIPTION:More information and registration at this link.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/expert-edge-series-generative-ai-copilot-with-the-focus-on-how-to-utilize-copilot-with-microsoft-part-4-of-4/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20251005T232554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T232554Z
UID:30968-1764766800-1764770400@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Expert Edge Series – Generative AI\, CoPilot\, with the focus on how to utilize CoPilot with Microsoft (Part 3 of 4)
DESCRIPTION:More information and registration at this link.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/expert-edge-series-generative-ai-copilot-with-the-focus-on-how-to-utilize-copilot-with-microsoft-part-3-of-4/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20251005T233911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T233911Z
UID:30980-1764158400-1764162000@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:AFWA Chapter Leaders Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly – Second Wednesday of the month\, 3:30pm EST
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/afwa-chapter-leaders-meeting-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20251005T232312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T232841Z
UID:30965-1763557200-1763560800@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Expert Edge Series - Generative AI\, CoPilot\, with the focus on how to utilize CoPilot with Microsoft Excel (Part 2 of 4)
DESCRIPTION:More information and registration at this link.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/expert-edge-series-generative-ai-copilot-with-the-focus-on-how-to-utilize-copilot-with-microsoft-excel-4-part-series-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20251024T190518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T190518Z
UID:31018-1762956000-1762959600@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:AFWA Membership Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly \n2nd Wednesday of the month\, 2pm EST
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/afwa-membership-committee-meeting-4/
CATEGORIES:AFWA Committee Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20251005T232120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T233834Z
UID:30963-1762952400-1762956000@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Expert Edge Series - Generative AI\, CoPilot\, with the focus on how to utilize CoPilot with Microsoft Excel (Part 1 of 4)
DESCRIPTION:More information and registration at this link.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/expert-edge-series-generative-ai-copilot-with-the-focus-on-how-to-utilize-copilot-with-microsoft-excel-4-part-series/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20251118T070035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T135023Z
UID:31082-1762934400-1762966800@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Member Benefit CPE: Medicare Made Simple – Navigating Medicare with Confidence
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, November 18th \nTime: 2p-3p EST \nCost: Free for AFWA members\, $50 for guests \nSession Title: Medicare Made Simple – Navigating Medicare with Confidence \nSession Speaker: Kristen Druger \nCompany: Portalis Insurance Services \n1 CPE /Specialized Knowledge /Basic \nMove information here.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/member-benefit-cpe-medicare-made-simple-navigating-medicare-with-confidence/
CATEGORIES:AFWA Committee Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20251024T190221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T190221Z
UID:31016-1762354800-1762358400@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:AFWA Marketing Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly \nFirst Wednesday of the month\, 3pm EST
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/afwa-marketing-committee-meeting-4/
CATEGORIES:AFWA Committee Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20251024T185949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T185949Z
UID:31014-1762340400-1762344000@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:AFWA Chapter Relations Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly \nFirst Wednesday of the month\, 11am-12pm EST
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/afwa-chapter-relations-committee-meeting-3/
CATEGORIES:AFWA Committee Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20251005T234147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T234147Z
UID:30982-1761123600-1761127200@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:AFWA Chapter Leaders Meeting
DESCRIPTION:In-person meeting at Women Who Count National Conference. \nRefer to the conference agenda for more details.
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/afwa-chapter-leaders-meeting-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T003000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T040000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180055
CREATED:20250313T234809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T230110Z
UID:29456-1761006600-1761451200@www.afwa.org
SUMMARY:Women Who Count Conference
DESCRIPTION:Click here to view full details! \n  \nDATES – October 21-26\, 2025 \nVENUE – Sheraton Mesa Hotel at Wrigleyville West \nADDRESS – 860 N. Riverview\, Mesa\, AZ 85201
URL:https://www.afwa.org/event/women-who-count/
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