2023 Virtual Professional Development Conference
11/21/2023 9:00 AM
11/23/2023 2:00 PM
Overview
Are you in need of PD hours? Join us from November 21 to 23 for Crowe MacKay's Professional Development Conference.
Gain expert insight valuable to your business as we explore commonly ask valuation questions, 2023 tax updates, cyber security, and more.
This virtual event allows you to customize your agenda, ensuring you maximize your time while working towards completing the annual PD required for your profession.
All sessions are free to attend.
Registering
You must register separately for each session you would like to attend. You will receive an access link one hour before the session starts to the email you registered with.
PD sessions will be live and unavailable for future online viewing.
PD Hours
Each session you attend will provide you with PD hours. You will be required to complete a quiz to receive a certificate of completion. Participants can access the quiz at the end of the session, and a follow-up email with the quiz link will also be sent to the email used at registration*. Those who meet the pass rate will receive a certificate of completion.
*You must be online for the entire session to receive an email with the quiz link.
Questions?
If you have any questions regarding the conference, please do not hesitate to contact us via email at [email protected].
Agenda
Below lists the available training sessions our trusted advisors will be discussing from November 21 to 23. Registration links can be found by opening each session.
Tuesday, November 21
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. PT
Presenters: Daniel Sturgess and Chad Rutquist
Crowe MacKay's valuation leaders answer common questions asked by clients. "From what is my industry's multiple?" and "What is enterprise value and how is that different from share value?" to "What is goodwill and what is in it?" you will leave with a deeper understanding of valuation practices and how these apply to your transaction.
Audience: Business owners and other key stakeholders and decision-makers.
Wednesday, November 22
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. PT
Presenters: Devon Huber, Brandon Collette, and Brian Steeves
This presentation will guide you through the key phases of a business lifecycle, from initial setup and growth to retirement and estate planning. We will highlight essential financial management, succession, retirement, and estate considerations throughout each of these stages.
Audience: Key stakeholders and decision-makers in owner-managed businesses.
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. PT
Presenter: Ray Loucks
This session will provide an overview of recent legislative and administrative developments in federal tax law. It will also include a high level overview of the 2023 federal budget.
Audience: Accounting and tax professionals, as well as owners, executives and key decision makers in Canadian businesses
Thursday, November 23
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. PT
Presenter: Emily Chee
The ever-changing landscape of technology and software has evolved beyond imagination. Connectivity, the ability to work remotely, and reliance on various software “in the cloud” has forever altered the way we live our day-to-day lives, the way we work, and the way we conduct business. This presentation will introduce individuals to the basic technology layers and technology stack, delve into examples of typical business processes that could benefit from automation/efficiencies, and the types of solutions that exist on the market.
Audience: Key stakeholders and decision-makers with respect to IT within their organizations. Businesses that currently have very manual processes and are looking for efficiencies and ways to automate/improve current business processes.
Level of technology knowledge: Basic to Intermediate
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. PT
Presenter: Michael Hubber
As we near the end of 2023, this session will reflect on major cyber security events and highlights along with future trends. The presentation will also provide potential preventative measures that businesses and individuals should consider in order to protect themselves from cyber security threats.
Audience: Key stakeholders and decision-makers with respect to IT within their organizations. Businesses that rely heavily on technology for the operations and to provide services/goods to their clients.
Level of technology knowledge: Basic to Intermediate
Register Now
