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Highlights Upcoming Audio Conferences April 22—Recovery Act Audio Conference Set for Wednesday April 29—GASB 54 Audio Conference May 13—Questions Sought for Ethics Audio Conference View the 2009 Audio Conference Schedule
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AGA Blog Wednesday: Rhonda Reinke, CGFM, Chief Administrative Officer, Transportation Improvement Board, State of Washington, on "The Finance Manager's Role in Successful Project Management" Friday: Robert Maitner,
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Thornton Grant Thornton Global Public Sector delivers financial, technology and performance management solutions to federal, state and local government clients, and international organizations. Call us to see if we can help your agency manage its resources more efficiently and effectively at 703.637.2750. May 6 Dialogue Set on American
Recovery and Reinvestment Act in Baltimore The invited officials, from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and the Departments of Health and Human Services, Agriculture, Education, Transportation and Energy, will also host breakout sessions during which attendees can ask questions about the implementation issues that are most vexing to them. The discussion will take place 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, 2009 at the Renaissance Harborplace Hotel, 202 East Pratt Street, Baltimore. All attendees will receive lunch and be awarded 4 CPE hours at the conclusion of the session AND, most important, attendance at the dialogue and the lunch are FREE for government employees. Attendance is strictly limited to 500 participants, with no more than two participants from any particular government department. The registration deadline is April 28. Confirmations will be e-mailed on April 29. Read more. Jazz It Up with AGA…Get Ready for PDC 2009 in New
Orleans The PDC is the authoritative source for the knowledge and contacts you need to succeed in today’s constantly changing environment. Hear from top-notch speakers, make new contacts, learn about the latest research, discover innovative management techniques and see the technological tools that can advance government accountability. Offering 24 CPE hours, timely topics and an impressive lineup of speakers, PDC 2009 promises to be one of the Association’s best. This event is packed with inspiration, information and education. From the practical to the theoretical, sessions will help attendees hone their skills to bring greater efficiency and effectiveness to government operations. Take a look at the agenda to see the session topics and educational content being offered: One of the best reasons to attend is the unprecedented gathering of top-notch speakers and financial management experts. This year’s dynamic, high-profile keynote speakers include:
PDC 2009 swings with smooth jazz, Creole hospitality,
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music, arts, culture, history, fine dining and nightlife New Orleans has to
offer. PDC 2009 Hotel Update This year’s educational sessions and conference activities will take place in two hotels: the New Orleans Marriott and the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel. For your convenience, both hotels are located on Canal Street and are directly across the street from each other (approximately a 40 second walk from door to door). At this time both hotels are still accepting reservations to accommodate PDC attendees.
New Overflow Hotel, JW Marriott: If you are unable to obtain a room at the New Orleans Marriott or the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, you may contact the JW Marriott New Orleans for reservations. Centrally located on historic Canal Street (just a block and half away from conference activities), this newly renovated hotel is only steps from entertainment and attractions, such as Bourbon Street, the Shops at Canal Place and the Aquarium of the Americas.
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CGFM Success for Northern Virginia Chapter Less than a year later, 11 Northern Virginia Chapter members and one member of both Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia Chapters can be proud of earning their CGFM. Among the group is Northern Virginia Chapter President Dennis Green. Davis himself has passed two of the three examinations, with plans to pass the third before the Professional Development Conference & Exposition in June. Green figured he should set an example. He thought, “If I’m going to be president, I’d better get the CGFM certificate,” he said. Read more. Take the CGFM Examinations Before the PDC This course is designed as a supplement to previous preparation for the CGFM Examinations, so this is a perfect opportunity for those individuals who have already attended GFM training courses or have been preparing by using the CGFM Study Guides. Enrollment is limited and participants must first apply and be accepted into the CGFM Program, so don't delay. More information and a registration form for this event are available on AGA’s website. TOPICS is Brought to You by AGA Corporate Partner
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AGA Procuring Audit Services in Government: A Practical Guide to Making the Right Decision—Government program and procurement officials routinely procure services to support agency missions and operations. In the case of audits, it is important that acquisition decisions be informed by a clear understanding of the distinction between audits and other evaluative services. This research paper, which is written as a guide, seeks to clarify for the non-auditor exactly what an audit entails, the professional standards followed, who can perform an audit, the value derived from an audit, and the standards and oversight to which government auditors and independent public accountants (hereafter referred to as CPA firms) are subject to when performing government audits. Read the report. Contact Susan Fritzlen for paper copies of these reports. AGA's Emerging Leaders Featured on
YouTube Video Currently the channel features the testimonials of several Early Career members who attended the 2009 National Leadership Conference. Among the members participating in this interactive opportunity were Christopher Deeb, An-Lih Tung, Joy Chein and Noah Kaufman. Take a minute to listen to these emerging leaders offer their insights and observations about AGA's National Leadership Conference. View now. To read more on social networking and how public and nonprofit managers are utilizing it, see the April 15 essay on The AGA Weblog. For more information, please contact Rodneikka Freeman. |
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The
CGFM Chair for the Northern Virginia Chapter set the bar high for himself this
program year: Jim Davis wanted to sponsor the training courses,
form a CGFM Study Group, increase recognition of the CGFM among area
governments, and boost the number of CGFMs by 12.