Experience
Wisdom
Common sense…
 
 
 
… three important traits that CPAs bring to the table, according to United States Senator Debbie Stabenow. Speaking in May at a national conference of state CPA society volunteer leaders and staff, along with AICPA leaders and staff, the Senator said how much she appreciates the input of CPAs who visit her in Washington or in our home state.

It’s especially exciting for me, as I begin my year as chair, to know that our profession is considered by many in Lansing and Washington to be a valuable “honest broker” resource.

It goes without saying that this past year has been extraordinary for CPAs in Michigan. We’ve had a tremendous opportunity to provide input on a major tax law change and to support our CPA Governor’s efforts to get Michigan back on track. Through the strong relationships we’ve built in Lansing, and the work of our MACPA Involvement in Michigan’s Turnaround Task Force, I look forward to continuing our efforts as a profession to assist in our state’s economic turnaround.

I’m also looking forward to kicking off the year with all of the task force leaders. We’ve scheduled several Leaders’ Forums later this month, providing me with an opportunity to meet with the new chairs and vice chairs of our task forces.

We are fortunate to have an outstanding board of directors, exceptional volunteers on our task forces and a top-notch staff to help us navigate the future. The MACPA Strategic Plan provides the roadmap to help us succeed on our journey. Our leadership team is once again rolling up their sleeves to update the Strategic Plan – as it is a living and breathing document, one that provides continuity and direction year to year.

As always, the MACPA remains committed to keeping members abreast of the latest professional and regulatory issues. I look forward to seeing many of you at next week’s Fall Members Advisory Symposium. The agenda features national and regional experts – the Incoming Chair of the AICPA, Greg Anton, among them.

I am very excited to work with all of you this coming year, and I am honored to serve as your Chair of the Board.


John P. Pridnia




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