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CPE CreditThis conference qualifies for 4 Accounting & Auditing (AA), 4 Technical Business (TB) hours of CPE credit and is subject to change. CPE credit is subject to approval by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

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Working in the construction industry can be tough as it requires a certain amount of grit to get the job done. As a CPA working in the construction industry, it is important for you to build a solid foundation and be the mortar to hold it all together.

Build your foundation with the specialized CPE you need in one jam-packed day of informative presentations from aficionados within the field. Join us in Orlando on Friday, October 23, 2015 for the Construction Industry Conference. Earn 8 hours of high-quality CPE focusing on topics specific to the construction industry such as surety, the top ten tax breaks for contractors, optimizing cash flow and minimizing job costing challenges.

When the job gets tough, you can rely on high-quality CPE from the FICPA to help you succeed. Register today!

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Friday, October 23, 20158 - 8:50 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast

8:50 - 9 a.m. Opening Remarks

9 - 10:40 a.m. A&A Update

10:40 - 11:30 a.m. Ten Contractor Tax Breaks You Don’t Want to Miss on Returns This Year

11:35 a.m. - 12:35 p.m. Lunch Presentation – The Economy is on Track for a Resilient Recovery!

12:35 - 1:25 p.m. Methods, Myths & Minefields: Valuing Construction Industry Participants

1:25 - 2:15 p.m. Cash Flow – Finding and Controlling Its Direction

2:30 - 3:20 p.m. Job Costing Challenges for Change Orders and Claims on Construction Projects

3:20 - 4:10 p.m. The Shifting Surety Market

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8:50 - 9 a.m.Opening Remarks

9 - 10:40 a.m.A&A Update (2 AA)Eric P. Wallace | Owner | Eric P. Wallace CPA | Pittsburgh, PAExplore the latest FASB, PCC and AICPA issuances applicable to the construction industry. Discussion also includes current issues related to the implementation of the known revenue recognition standards. The AICPA FRF for SMEs as the “out” will also be reviewed.

10:40 - 11:30 a.m.Ten Contractor Tax Breaks You Don’t Want to Miss on Returns this Year (1 TB)Alan K. Clark, CPA, MBA | Partner | Smith, Adcock & Company | Atlanta, GADiscover the top ten contractor tax breaks! Discussion includes Section 199 – DPAD, S and C Corporations, PCM Method, free refunds with Form 8697, sales tax and Form 3115 changes.

11:35 a.m. - 12:35 p.m.Lunch Presentation – The Economy is on Track for a Resilient Recovery! (1 TB)Randal G. Stutzman | Managing Director | FMI Capital Advisors,Inc. | TampaThe session will discuss the current construction outlook and growth cycle and the sectors expected to experience the highest growth rates.

12:35 - 1:25 p.m.Methods, Myths & Minefields: Valuing Construction Industry Participants (1 TB)Robert B. Morrison, ASA | Managing Partner | Morrison Valuation & Forensic Services, LLC | OrlandoJoin us to discuss the key variables and nuances of valuing  companies involved in the construction industry.

1:25 - 2:15 p.m.Cash Flow – Finding and Controlling Its Direction (1 TB)Anthony R. Stagliano, CPA | Director | CBIZ Business Services, Inc. | Plymouth Meeting, PACash continues to be the lifeblood that runs through the veins of every construction company. Learn how you can find and control that flow. Discussion will include balance sheets and timing issues; cash inflows and outflows; strong cash flow strategies; and the prescription for a healthy cash flow.

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construction industry conference2:30 - 3:20 p.m.Job Costing Challenges for Change Orders and Claims on Construction Projects (1 AA)Dennis L. Allen, CPA, CFE, CCIFP | Senior Vice President | Hill International, Inc. | Washington, DCIdentify the challenges faced by contractors and accountants when dealing with changes that occur on a construction project. The best-in-class contractor plans ahead and knows what steps to take in order to protect his/her position with change orders and potential claims.

3:20 - 4:10 p.m.The Shifting Surety Market (1 AA)Mike Battenfield | Regional Bond Manager | Berkley Surety Group | Orlandoand

Stephen A. Murray, CPCU, AFSB, ARE, AIS | Regional Vice President | AmTrust Surety | St. PetersburgJoin this session for an informative and thought provoking presentation on the changes  occurring in the Surety Industry and the impact on financial reporting. Discussion includes  a three-part presentation focused on financial reporting issues that affect surety credit;  changes in underwriting standards that impact financial reporting;  and a brief overview of the Florida Surety market.

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on 2014-2015 Construction Industry Conference CommitteeWilliam N. Platzer, Chair

Conference Site and AccommodationsRenaissance Orlando Airport Hotel 5445 Forbes Place Orlando, Florida 32812(407) 240-1000

FICPA Room Rate: $145/night for Single/Double (plus applicable taxes)

Hotel Cutoff Date: Friday, Oct. 2, 2015Reservations made after the cutoff date will be subject to availability and current room rate. For reservations, please call (800) 545-1985. Be sure to mention the FICPA’s Construction Industry Conference to receive the special group rate. Please be advised Guest Self-Parking has been reduced to $7/daily.

CPE Policies You May Need To KnowCPE policies may be found on our website at www.ficpa.org/policies or on the registration confirmation.

Did You Know? You can apply your nonmember fee from this event towards an FICPA membership. Visit www.ficpa.org/policies for more details and an application.

Bring Your Team and Save Register five or more people from the same organization and receive special group discounts! Restrictions may apply. For more information, visit ficpa.org/policies.

Adam M. AngstadtMichael A. BalterRay D. BastinSusan K. ChristopherYvonne M. ClayborneMichael DeSiatoRonald A. DiCrescenzoJustin EdenfieldJonathan S. GormanRobert E. Hancock

Patricia JonesErin M. KoskiKenneth R. KreyChristy MaurerVincent S. Palazzolo, IIRuss T. PanksMindy P. RankinJose A. ReyesBeth-Ann SchulmanWilliam K. Thomas

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