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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 Kathryn Sharp, CPA, The Compass Editor
As women, we seem to know all about meeting the needs of others, but sometimes we need to dig deep to find our own needs. As the newly appointed editor, my job is to position the overall content to meet the needs of the membership of the American Society of Women Accountants. Since my crystal ball broke several years back, I am looking to you for guidance. Read more >
President's Message
By Stacey L. Craig, CPA, ASWA National President
As the National Board of Directors, Regional Directors and Chapter Boards of Directors of the American Society of Women Accountants (ASWA) enter into our new fiscal year and transition into new roles, many planning meetings are being held. Goals are being set, programs are being planned and new leaders are being trained. This is such an exciting time of year! Read more >
Executive Director's Message
By Lee K. Lowery, MPA, ASWA Executive Director
As we start off ASWA’s new fiscal year, which is always a time of transition for chapter, regional and national leaders, I thought it appropriate to share some information about ASWA’s Headquarters staff. We want this to be a very successful year for our leaders and all of our members and part of that is getting to know who here can help you with which specific issue. Read more >
Common Management Missteps in a Down Economy
Robert Half International
Staff reductions prompted by the economic downturn have left many managers scrambling to find ways to get more out of their remaining employees. In a well-intentioned attempt to balance productivity and cost-savings, however, mistakes are often made that contribute instead to a decline in staff motivation and loyalty. Read more >
2009 JNC Update
Susan R. Tripepi, JNC Co-Chair and Stacey L. Craig, CPA, National President
The Joint National Conference (JNC) will be here before you know it and we can’t wait to see you in Las Vegas, October 19-21, 2009 at the Palms Resort. Now that you have registered for the conference and looked at all of the great programs planned; hopefully you permitted enough time to not only enjoy the 3 days of continuing professional education, but also some time for the meetings that will take place the morning of October 19th. Read more >
Foundation Update
Mary E. Burns, CPA, Foundation Chair
The ASWA Educational Foundation recently met at the South Central Regional Conference in St. Louis to begin planning for the 2009 – 2010 year. At the conference I heard speakers and attendees talk about the impact of the downturn in the economy. As I worked with our board to plan for the upcoming year, I thought about how The Foundation can provide opportunities for ASWA members to help those impacted by these tough economic times. Read more >
National News
This section of The Compass provides National and Regional level information to members. This month, look for information regarding the Institute of Management Accountants' recent Salary Survey, ASWA's LinkedIn Group, upcoming regional and industry events and awards and noteworthy chapter/member news and more. Read more >
Chapter Corner
This section of The Compass provides important and timely information to chapter leaders. Highlights from this month's Corner include updates from the 2009-2010 National Nominating, Membership, Communications and Chapter Partnering committees and more. Read more >
Partner Page
ASWA's national partners provide helpful and important resources to our members. Read more >
2009-2010 National Board
Have a question or feedback for ASWA's National Board? The 2009-2010 officers and directors are listed by committee to help you find the appropriate board member to communicate with. Read more >
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