Artificial Intelligence and Its Impact on Business: Insights and Stories
Dave Caldwell, Leaf Software Solutions
Artificial Intelligence (AI) profoundly impacts businesses and transforming companies. As a powerful tool, AI enhances operations, improves customer experiences, and drives growth. These exciting times invite exploration and understanding of AI’s
impact on reshaping business institutions today and in the future. Join us as we pierce the AI veil to gain greater insight into the journey ahead.
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Risky Business: The Modern Audit Mindset (A&A Update)
Chris Harper, CPA, MBA, Grand Valley State University
Although risk assessment has been a hallmark of assurance engagements, today’s auditor needs a new mindset to address risk-centric themes that permeate many recent Statements of Auditing Standards. This session offers an overview of SAS 145, the landmark guidance that promises to bolster audit quality by improving risk assessment. We will also explore risk-related themes found in SAS numbers 142, 143, and 146. Our discussion will help auditors understand new responsibilities while highlighting opportunities for enhancing engagement efficiency.
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Understanding Total Rewards by Generation: Tailoring Compensation and Benefits for a Multigenerational Workforce
Paul Ashley, CEBS, NFP
Today's workplaces are more diverse than ever, comprising multiple generations with distinct preferences, values, and expectations. To succeed in this dynamic environment, HR professionals and business leaders must tailor their total rewards strategies
to cater to each generation. This presentation delves into the intriguing convergence of total rewards and generational disparities, offering practical insights for organizations seeking to fine-tune their compensation and benefits packages.
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Political Landscape
Lou Belch, The Corydon Group
Please join this session to learn more about Indiana's governmental affairs and how they could affect you.
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Technology Tools for CPAs
Jake Grimm, MBA, Anders CPA
Jody Grunden, CPA, Anders CPA
Session description coming soon.
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Ethics with a Dash of Courage in an AI World: Making Tough Decisions in a ChatGPT Environment
Karl Ahlrichs, ExpertSpeaks
This facilitated discussion goes beyond a lecture on ethical principles – it includes case studies that offer participants "real-time" practice in resolving dilemmas, with participants sharpening their critical thinking skills in an AI world.