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 >

The past two years have been absolutely amazing for me when it comes to my involvement with ASWA and the communications committee. In June of 2007, I was selected to serve as the Communications Director and begin what I thought was going to be an exciting journey and one full of some challenges. It was so much more. I never imagined what I was getting myself in to, but wouldn’t change it if I could.   Read more >

It seems almost impossible that nearly a year has passed since my first message to you last July.  As the saying goes, “My how time does fly.”  June brings an end to our fiscal year and it is a time to reflect on our chapter achievements and look forward to a new year, new goals and a new board.  The national board is no different, we anticipate the future but before we leave 2008-2009, we acknowledge the dedication of four of our board members who will be completing their board service as of June 30, 2009.   Read more >

As we wrap up the 2008-2009 fiscal year, many incoming chapter leaders may be wondering, “How do I get my hands on the information that I need to have a successful year?”  This month, I intend to help you answer this important question. Read more >

As the ways in which we communicate have expanded – cell phones, e-mail, texting, instant messaging and social media – in-person interactions have, in many cases, decreased. In business, this has made it all the more critical to communicate effectively, especially in writing. Accounting professionals are no exception. Read more >

You’ve heard that the ASWA/AWSCPA Joint National Conference (JNC) will be taking place October 19-21, 2009 at the Palms Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada. You also know that room rates are $129 and that you can call or make your reservations online right now. What you might not know is that the tentative program schedule is currently listed on the website.  Read more >

With just one week to go before I transition to “past” chair of The Foundation, I’d like to reflect on all that we’ve accomplished this year.  The Foundation board worked very hard this year to achieve several goals that were set at the beginning of the year.  Read more >

This section of The Compass provides National and Regional level information to members.  This month, look for information regarding ASWA's LinkedIn Group, a People to People delegation to China, special member discounts, upcoming regional and industry events and awards and noteworthy chapter/member news and more. Read more >

This section of The Compass provides important and timely information to chapter leaders.  Highlights from this month's Corner include an update on the 2009 South Central Regional Conference and updates from the National Membership, Communications and Chapter Partnering committees and more. Read more >