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CPA AT A GLANCE
2014 Golf Classic 19-22 Classified Ads 13 CPA Aces 7 CPAs Helping Schools 17 CPE News Flash 4-5 Diversity Awards Nominations 16 Facility Party Rental 4 In Remembrance 6 Logo Merchandise 11 Member Benefits 9-11 Member News 6 New Members 8 Referral Service Registration 6 Social Media – Get Connected 9 TSCPA "ROI" 6 Volunteer Opportunities HCPAS Holiday Projects 23 Santa CPAs Fundraising Drive23 DECEMBER 2014, NO. 12 HOUSTON CPA SOCIETY HOUSTON TSCPA FOUNDATION Telephone No. 713.622.7733 Admin. Fax No. 713.622.0522 CPE/Order Fax No. 713.622.3327 Email Address: cpamail@HoustonCPA.org Web Site: www.houstonCPA.org
Annual Membership Meeting…Officer and Director Election Join current and incoming members of the Society's leadership at the Annual Membership Meeting from 6:00 to 9:00 PM on January 21, 2015 at The Junior League of Houston. This meeting will provide members with the opportunity to socialize, elect new officers and directors (see slate of nominees in the November 2014 issue), and hear TSCPA Chairman – and past HCPAS president Mark D. Lee, CPA, provide a professional update (1 CPE credit hour). Be sure to register early as the first 100 members to register will receive complimentary registration. Late member registrants, nonmembers and non-CPA guests and spouses may attend for a fee of $40. All absent preregistered complimentary attendees will be charged a $40 "no-show" fee. Register online in the Event Calendar at www.houstoncpa.org, or contact Vicki Hart at the Society office (713.622.7733; vhart@houstoncpa.org) to submit your registration.
Community Service Holiday Projects Star of Hope Food, Toy & Clothing Drive (December 7) Santa CPAs Fundraising Drive …get all the details on page 23.
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Do You Need A 2015 CCH Master Tax Guide? The HCPAS hasn't sold the Master Tax Guides since 2008, but members may purchase the 2015 edition directly from CCH at a 25% discount. Remember to use Houston CPA Discount Code Y5457. Go to page 12 for more information.
Welcome To Our Newest Team Member…Amy Newell The season was not the only thing that changed the end of October. Long time Houston CPA Society CPE Director Judith Butcher retired to care for her elderly mother, and Amy Newell joined the staff as CPE Manager. While originally focused on a law career, Amy interned at the Harris County District Attorney's office before embarking on a career in education, teaching social studies for 11 years for Houston ISD. As a result of her years in public service, she brings much to the Society – stellar organizational skills, outgoing personality ("people person"), and easygoing but determined style. When she's not reading psychological or political thrillers or watching the Food Network – though not skilled in the kitchen – she spends time with husband Jeff, daughter Skyler three, and son Connor 20 months. Welcome Amy next time you visit the office or call with a CPE question.
Saturday Evening February 21, 2015 Houston Country Club Honorees Barry Margolis, Jan Phipps and Tommy Wright
See page 2 for sponsorship and individual ticket information. LOGIN to www.HoustonCPA.org to make your purchase online in the Event Calendar. Visit the 2015 Scholarship Extravaganza web site at www.scholarshipextravaganza.com.