Kentucky Society of CPAs

Last chance to save $50!

The CPAs in Business and Industry Conference is coming up September 23–24, and there’s still time to join us — in person or virtually.

Over two days, you’ll get timely updates and practical insights on tax, accounting, cybersecurity, financial planning, HR, AI and more.

Register by September 9 to receive the $50 early registration discount.

Don’t miss out, save your spot today!

Register now → https://kycpa.org/catalog-item/?event_id=CIC92326&event_title=cpas-in-business-and-industry-conference-2-day---hybrid

There’s a lot of opportunity ahead for the next generation of Kentucky CPAs.

Kentucky businesses need financial professionals who can do more than crunch numbers. They need trusted advisors, problem-solvers, strategic thinkers and leaders who can navigate an evolving business world.

That’s why connecting students with mentors, employers and real-world opportunities matters.

Our latest Louisville Business First article looks at Kentucky’s growing need for accounting talent—and how we can help build the pipeline for the future.

The future of the profession starts with the opportunities we create today.

Read the full article:https://www.bizjournals.com/louisville/news/2026/09/01/kentucky-cpa-workforce-gap-opportunities-students.html

Ready to take the next step toward your accounting career?

CAP U: College to Accounting Professional University is happening November 6–7, 2026, at the KyCPA offices in Louisville!

This two-day program is designed to help you:
Build professional skills
Strengthen your interviewing skills
Grow your networking and communication skills
Explore career opportunities in accounting

If you’re a Kentucky or southern Indiana college student interested in pursuing a CPA license, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.

📅 November 6–7, 2026
📍 KyCPA Offices | Louisville, KY

You must register by Monday, November 2nd.

Register here: https://kycpa.org/catalog-item/?event_id=CAPU2626&event_title=college-to-accounting-professional-university

The road trip continues!

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Somerset! It’s always great to get together with our members, share a meal and connect with the accounting community across Kentucky. We’ll see you at the next stop on the road!

📍 Next stops:
• Owensboro — September 14 | The Famous Bistro
• Newport — November 6 | Blinker's Tavern
• Paducah — November 9 | Doe's Eat Place

We hope to see you!

Register here: https://kycpa.wufoo.com/forms/kycpa-2026-networking-lunches/

A great afternoon of connection, conversation and leadership at our KyCPA Past Chairs Luncheon!

We were honored to welcome Jan Lewis, CPA, CGMA, newly installed Chair of the AICPA and Chair of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. Jan shared her thoughts on the future of the profession, including building public trust, navigating emerging technology and AI, and supporting the next generation of CPAs.

Thank you to our Past Chairs for continuing to lend their leadership, experience and perspective to KyCPA. It was wonderful to bring this group together and celebrate the lasting impact they continue to make on our profession.

Pictured:
1 – Cash Cassady, Jan Lewis, Darlene Zibart
2 – Jan F. Lewis with Olivia Kirtley
3 – Jerry Hensley and Lee Ann Watters
4 – Lee Groza, Bill Meyer, Jim Stevison
5 – Jerry Hensley and Alan Long, CPA

Another stop on the road!

Our 2026 Networking Lunch tour recently made its way to Bowling Green, bringing KyCPA members together for good food, great conversation and new connections.

Thank you to everyone who joined us! We’re continuing our journey across Kentucky with complimentary networking lunches designed to connect with our members where they are.

📍 Still to come:
• Owensboro — September 14 | The Famous Bistro
• Newport — November 6 | Blinker's Tavern
• Paducah — November 9 | Doe's Eat Place

Join us at a stop near you! Register at https://kycpa.wufoo.com/forms/kycpa-2026-networking-lunches/

Yesterday, we welcomed accounting and financial professionals for KyCPA’s 2026 Financial Institutions Conference!

Attendees spent the day exploring the issues shaping the financial industry, covering topics from AI and digital assets to cybersecurity, M&A, economic trends, tax updates, GAAP and CECL, and asset liability management.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in person and virtually and helped make this year’s conference a success!