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Read the Four Points!
ASWA members can access articles of interest in the "Four Points" categories of Accounting & Auditing, Controllership, Leadership and Tax. All you need to do is click on the category of interest on the compass icon to the left and enter your member ID and password. This month's "Four Points" articles include... Read more >
Letter from the Editor
By Susan R. Tripepi, The Compass Editor
Hello Spring!! Tulips, Hyacinths, Daffodils and Crocuses are in full bloom (at least in Ohio) and the temperatures are starting to rise. We are finally starting to come out of our offices and working on all of those projects we put off during the company audit, busy season or cold weather. Read more >
President's Message
By Barbara W. Covington, ASWA National President
Well, for those of us in public accounting, congratulations, we made it through yet another busy season. I hope since the 15th you have had the opportunity to take some time for yourself to relax and unwind from the stress of the last three and a half months. I always find that I have missed part of the spring renewal each year with the long hours I put in during busy season. So I try to find a little time to spend in my backyard just watching the grass grow because I missed the blooming of the spring flowers. Read more >
Executive Director's Message
By Lee K. Lowery, MPA, ASWA Executive Director
I know that many of you have been so busy with your professional jobs these past few months that you haven’t had a chance to be as active in ASWA as you usually are for the remainder of the year. As a result, I thought now would be a good time to update you on ASWA happenings during the first quarter of 2009. Read more >
Q&A with IMA President on Certification
Jeffrey C. Thomson is president and CEO of the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA®), the world’s leading association for management accountants focused on driving business performance in the areas of decision support, planning and control. Following is the first in a 3-part series of questions and answers with Mr. Thomson on the topics of certification, accounting education and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Look for the accounting education and IFRS articles in the May and June issues of The Compass. Read more >
Six Strategies for Success in a Bad Economy
Robert Half International
Workers are always looking for a leg up, but especially in the current economy. However, knowing how to advance your career and prove your value to your employer can be difficult. Consider the following six steps to position yourself for success in any economy: Read more >
Value of ASWA Membership
Mary E. Burns, CPA, Oklahoma City Chapter
With the economy in a tailspin and people being laid off, many of us and our employers are reviewing our budgets and looking for ways to cut expenses. Membership dues for professional organizations are one area that is frequently targeted for cuts. As someone who was recently laid off, I carefully reviewed my personal budget and decided my membership in ASWA was too valuable to cut. Read more >
2009 JNC Update
Susan R. Tripepi, JNC Co-Chair and Stacey L. Craig, CPA, National President-Elect
We just wrapped up one countdown; the end of busy season and now we begin another. Six months and counting until the 2009 Joint National Conference (JNC)! Read more >
Foundation Update
Denisa Jones, CPA, Foundation Chair
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National News
This section of The Compass provides National and Regional level information to members. This month, look for information regarding a Headquarters Staffing update, Membership Discounts through our new CPA Secure affinity partner, a free Leadership Coaching opportunity, the LinkedIn Tip of the Month column and upcoming regional and industry events and members in the spotlight. Read more >
Chapter Corner
This section of The Compass provides important and timely information to chapter leaders. Highlights from this month's Corner include a new procedure regarding member profiles, the new Tampa Bay Chapter, updates from the National Membership and Chapter Partnering committees and more. Read more >
2008-2009 National Board
Have a question or feedback for ASWA's National Board? The 2008-2009 officers and directors are listed by committee to help you find the appropriate board member to communicate with. Read more >
Partner Page
ASWA's national partners provide helpful and important resources to our members. Read more >
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