CFO and Controller Conference (VIRTUAL)

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Speaker: Andrew Bishop - Director of Wealth Management at Bernstein

What can you expect in today’s macroeconomic and capital markets environment? How have those expectations changed with the policies of the new administration? These are two of the primary questions on the minds of many executives striving to successfully navigate their organizations in the near-term and into the future. Andrew Bishop, a national director in Bernstein’s Wealth and Investment Strategies group, will share their firm’s latest perspective. He will touch on the challenges and opportunities presented by the interest rate environment, proposed policy implications, and market expectations. Please come prepared with your most pressing questions and join us for what should be an insightful and engaging discussion on the economic and investment landscape.

Credits: 1.5 - Economics

This session is available to registrants only.

This session is available to registrants only.

Speakers: Brittney Gordon, CPA - Director of Business Development at The Alliance Group

Allison Shepter - Regional Director of Accounting & Finance, Executive Search at The Alliance Group

Hiring top talent requires more than just evaluating resumes. It’s all about treating the interview like a game of chess and making the right moves. In this session, we’ll break down the interview from both perspectives, providing actionable strategies to make better hiring decisions and ace job interviews. For employers, we’ll cover how to structure interviews, assess technical and cultural fit, and avoid common hiring pitfalls. For candidates, we’ll dive into crafting compelling resumes, preparing for behavioral questions, and standing out in a competitive job market. Expect real-world insights, proven frameworks, and practical takeaways that help both hiring managers and job seekers navigate the interview process with confidence. Whether you’re looking to build a high-performing team or land your next big role, this session will equip you with the tools to succeed.

Learning Objective 1:Select Effective Interviewing Techniques: Learn how to ask insightful questions that reveal candidates’ true abilities, motivations, and fit.
Learning Objective 2:Identify and Evaluate Cultural Fit: Gain strategies for assessing how well a candidate’s values align with the company and organizational culture.
Learning Objective 3:Recognize Key Red Flags: Understand how to identify warning signs during interviews that could indicate potential challenges or mismatches with the role.
Learning Objective 4:Distinguish Candidate Presentation Skills: Learn strategies to help candidates effectively communicate their skills, experiences, and motivations during interviews.
Learning Objective 5:Indicate ways to Enhance Interview Performance: Gain practical tips for both interviewers and interviewees on managing nerves, handling difficult questions, and making a lasting impression.

Credits: 1 - Personnel/HR

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This session is available to registrants only.

Speakers: Hedy Sadeghein, CPA - Vice President and CFO, NAIOP

Michael Harris - Chief Operations Officer, Gateway Homes, Inc.

India Clark - Client Relationship Leader, CliftonLarsonAllen

Bruce Willis - Chief Financial Officer, The Teaching Company

Credits: 1.5 - Business Management and Organization

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This session is available to registrants only.

Speakers: Azunna Anyanwu - Founder & Fractional CIO, The Agile CIO

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Credits: 1.5 - Information Technology

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Speakers: Jospeh Zajac - Partner, KPMG, LLP

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Credits: 1 - Information Technology

This session is available to registrants only.