Now that the economy is recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic and people are venturing back out into the world to resume in-person activities, the demand for a strong workforce is foremost in management and business owners' minds. What can you do to retain the employees you have while, at the same time, look for new
In this webinar, we will discuss the various contracting assistance programs available through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for small and/or disadvantaged construction companies, including how to qualify for and maintain good standing with the programs. We will also take a quick look at specific government contract opportunities available to members of these programs.
Every day, companies of all sizes face legal and employment issues that can seem overwhelming, but not every company has in-house counsel or a Director of Human Resources to turn to when situations seem sticky. Join us August 10 as Abba Harris and Sarahanne Vaughan of Bradley highlight areas of high risk and discuss how
Join Sarah Osborne to discuss how to set up your business to qualify for small business set asides in government contracting, including the certification and registration process. Sarah will also give an overview of the competitive process for set aside contracts and other valuable tips for navigating government procurements.
On May 28, 2021, the Treasury Department released an overview of tax proposals included in the Biden Administration's fiscal year 2022 budget submission to Congress. Commonly known as the "Green Book," this 114-page document provides more details regarding the Administration’s tax proposals that were previewed in the American Jobs and the American Families Plans. The
Over the past 18 months, COVID-19 has wreaked havoc on the supply chain management system. From a shortage of parts to a logjam of logistical processes, businesses are trying to find ways to minimize the impact on their bottom line. Join us as we hear from top supply chain executives on how they are helping
The Mandate is here. All employers of 100 or more must, by January 4, require employees to be vaccinated or undergo weekly testing. Is this federal law really going to go into effect? Will it be derailed by lawsuits? What if I don’t comply? How will it be enforced? Who pays for the testing and
Join us for our annual BMSS Accounting & Auditing Update Webinar which will feature assurance topics and trends in the evolving accounting industry led by Steve Platau, J.D., CPA. *In order to receive CPE credit, you must respond to at least three polls per CPE credit. (Please note: We are not NASBA certified. All approvals
Please join us as we discuss tax planning strategies for you to consider as the end of 2021 approaches. Through our membership in the BDO Alliance USA, we are very fortunate to have guest speakers from BDO USA, LLP share their knowledge and insights with us for this webinar.
Join us as Anoop Mishra, vice president and regional executive of the Birmingham Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, provides an economic update. BMSS Wesson CEO Mark Wesson will serve as webinar moderator.
Join us as Abacus Technologies’ Business Intelligence team explores two pillars of intelligent businesses: turning business data into information for faster decision-making to not fall behind the competition, and turning that information into action by automating workflows to stay ahead.
On February 24, 2022, Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered an invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Armed Forces. Targeted airstrikes and military tanks have destroyed many of Ukraine’s key cities and government buildings while cyberattacks have created havoc on Ukraine’s infrastructure. Ukraine has rallied through a swelling of national pride and international support creating an
Since March 2020, nearly every industry’s workforce has experienced significant changes as a result of COVID-19. Many business owners have faced difficulty with hiring and retaining their talent. How can CEOs, human resources leaders and business owners adapt and thrive as the needs and desires of the workforce continue to evolve? Join ITAC Solutions Founder
Join PBS and Starnes Davis Florie LLP Partner Trip Umbach as they share how to know if your business is vulnerable, how to protect it if it is, and the legal expectations and responsibilities of your human resource department in preventing or mitigating risks.
After a number of delays and postponements, Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 842, Leases, is finally here. Join us as Mike Cheng, National Professional Practice Partner with Frazier & Deeter, and former Senior Project Manager at the Financial Accounting Standards Board discusses how the Lease accounting standard will change, the rules surrounding the standard, and how
Join us on Thursday, June 16th as Mark Peterson, Executive VP of Advocacy at the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA), provides an update from Washington D.C. Peterson provides global advocacy for management and public accounting, CPA and CGMA issues working closely with state CPA societies, national governments, U.S. state governments, regulators, legislators, and accounting bodies
Talk of an imminent recession has risen to a steady pitch in the news, on the Internet and in coffee shops throughout the country. What should we believe and how should we respond? Join us as we hear economic perspectives from Anoop Mishra, VP and Regional Executive for the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta (Birmingham
Please join us for our annual summer Accounting & Auditing Update which will feature assurance topics and trends in the evolving accounting industry. You will have the opportunity to earn up to eight hours of CPE that will be hosted through Zoom in segments of four-hour sessions over the course of two days. Click here
With the Alabama CPE deadline fast approaching, please join BMSS’ very own talented and engaging Mike Brand as he discusses professional ethics, what that means and how it affects the accounting profession. This course will fulfill the two-hour ethics requirement for Alabama CPAs. Click here to register.
Join us as representatives from the banking, bonding and accounting industries discuss recent trends in the construction industry as well as reporting requirement updates and planning opportunities. Click here to register.
As a recession looms on the horizon, is your business prepared? We invite you to join the BMSS team as local industry professionals discuss current economic trends, supply chain updates and resources to help your business weather the storm. Click here to register.
Join us as our top-notch governmental and municipalities team discusses new and existing accounting rules and regulations that may be affecting your industry. This 90-minute presentation will cover a variety of topics and issues that you face every day in your efforts to stay transparent and accountable.
Please join us for our annual accounting and auditing update which will feature up-to-date assurance topics and trends in the evolving accounting industry led by Steve Platau. Agenda: 7:30 a.m. - Registration and Light Breakfast 8:30 a.m. - Seminar Begins 12:00 p.m. - Lunch Provided 4:30 p.m. - End of Seminar
Join us as we discuss tax planning strategies for you to consider before the end of the year. In addition, we will hear a former IRS agent’s perspective on the recent uptick in IRS activity. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Please do not share your link
Over the past year, there has been a great deal of discussion about whether the country is in a recession, heading for a recession, or will narrowly miss being in a recession. The normal indicators have been mixed and there is still a lot of uncertainty surrounding the economy. Join us as we hear an
Join us for this special topic webinar as Dr. Duncan Hulsey will address the following questions: Why has the takeover of Ukraine failed thus far, and how does this relate to the leadership styles of Putin and Zelensky? What leadership lessons from this historic event can be applied to our personal and professional lives? Some
Recently, the FTC announced its intent to broadly prohibit non-competition agreements. Join us as Dentons Sirote Shareholder, Rushton McClees shares valuable insight into the current status of these non-compete discussions and what this means for you as a business. Additionally, BMSS Human Resources Advisory Service Manager, Rebecca Tipton, and Payroll & Benefit Solutions’ Ashley Culliver
Join us as professionals from Advo(k)ate Advisors and BMSS discuss general retirement industry updates as well as hot trends and topics from the IRS and Department of Labor. Attendees will also hear perspectives, pitfalls and problems experienced while working with retirement plans.
Credit unions are part of a highly regulated and constantly changing industry. How do you keep up with all of the developments? Join our Credit Union professionals as they provide information on current topics and trends to keep you aware of regulations and requirements that may impact your organization.
In a digital age where financial operations are migrating to online platforms, the risk of cyberattacks targeting payroll transactions has surged dramatically. According to a recent report by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), cybercrimes related to payroll and financial fraud have increased by a staggering 75% in the last year alone. Join us as
With the new CPE year just beginning, fulfill your Alabama Ethics requirement by joining us as Steve Platau discusses professional ethics and what that means for the accounting profession. This course will fulfill the 2.0-hour ethics requirement for Alabama CPAs. Register here
Now that the end of the year is approaching, what tax planning strategies should you be considering? Join us as our tax professionals provide some insights and areas to consider to help you plan for the upcoming filing season. Register Here
We invite you to join us as members of our BMSS Family of Companies discuss updates in the nonprofit industry from the tax, human resources, cybersecurity and payroll perspectives.
As we embark on a new year, we hope you'll join us for an informative session on the latest developments in HR and Medicare. Our speakers, Rebecca Tipton, BMSS' Human Resources Client Services Manager, and Eric Smith, owner-agent of Medicare Advisors of Alabama, will share their insights and expertise to help you stay informed.
Join us as we hear economic perspectives from Anoop Mishra, VP and Regional Executive for the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta (Birmingham Branch) and Oakworth Capital Bank’s Managing Director and Head of Wealth & Investments, John Norris.
Join us for an insightful webinar as we explore how Business Intelligence (BI) is reshaping decision-making, optimizing resources, and elevating overall efficiency in governmental entities.