contents  CPAFOCUS


 out how her professional journey began with 10K miles, pg. 6.


Go green!


FOCUS 


FOCUS 6 


This recent grad and OSCPA scholarship recipient took an unlikely journey to get to her dreams.


10  The new CPA licensure model will have a big impact on the future of the profession. Find out what you need to know.


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4  We are all leaders.


12  This year, the foundation awarded more than $47K in scholarships to students across the state.


 14  


Changes to audit, compilation and review reports on engagements are inevitable. Are you ready? (Earn one-hour of recommended CPE credit.)


18  


CPAs operate with the highest demands on their performance and accuracy - event still, errors happen. Are you staying protected?


22 


This September, the OSCPA will begin a hybrid CPE schedule,  options for most events. Find out what you can expect.


26 


Companies are exploring how mentorship and sponsorship can create a more diverse and inclusive culture. Here's how they're doing it.


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Find out what your fellow members have been up to! See who got promoted, who has been honored and welcome new members.


20 


Get insights you can utilize for  to make and execute strategic decisions in turbulent times.


CPAFOCUS Managing Editor Layout/Design Editor Mary Smith Alisha Loper, CAE


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Contributing Writers: Kurt Oestriecher, CPA Kristie P. Paskvan, CPA Julie Silard Kantor


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