BMSS, LLC

BMSS Presents: A Human Resources Update
2024-01-16 08:30 - 10:00 (America/Chicago)
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.

BMSS Presents: An Update for the Nonprofit Industry
2023-12-12 08:30
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.

BMSS Presents: An Annual Tax Update
2023-12-07 08:30 - 10:00
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.

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BMSS Presents: A Professional Ethics Update with Steve Platau
2023-10-17 12:00 - 14:00
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.
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PBS Presents: Cyberthreats in Payroll Transactions
2023-09-14 10:00 - 11:00
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 cybersecurity expert Jonathan Perz highlights the current cyberthreats landscape in payroll transactions, provides real-world threat scenarios, and essential knowledge to fortify your organization’s security defenses.
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BMSS Presents: A Credit Union Roundtable
2023-06-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Government Contracting
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.

BMSS Presents: An Employee Benefit Plan Update
2023-05-23 08:30 - 10:00
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.

BMSS Presents: The Current Status of the FTC's Attack on Non-competes & Other Employment Updates
2023-04-04 08:30 - 10:00
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 will provide employment updates from their unique perspectives.

BMSS Presents: Leadership Lessons from the War in Ukraine
2023-03-21 08:30 - 10:00
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 of the concepts that will be covered are:

Transparency and open communication
Trusting others
Communicating a compelling message

BMSS Presents: An Economic Update
2023-01-19 08:30 - 10:00
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 economic update 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.
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BMSS Presents: A Year-End Tax Update
2022-12-08 08:30 - 10:00
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 as it is unique to you in providing CPE credit
Please click “Add to Calendar” in the confirmation email. This will save the link in your calendar appointment.

BMSS Presents: A&A Update with Steve Platau
2022-11-18 07:30 - 16:30 | MBN Article Template (DO NOT DELETE)
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

BMSS Presents: A Governmental & Municipalities Update
2022-11-03 08:30 - 10:00
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.

BMSS Presents: Strategies to Recession-Proof Your Business
2022-10-27 08:30 - 10:00
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.
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BMSS Presents: A Construction Update
2022-10-12 08:30 - 09:30
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.
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BMSS Presents: A Professional Ethics Update with Mike Brand
2022-09-20 08:30 - 10:30
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.
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BMSS Presents: A Government Contracting Summit
2022-09-07 07:00 - 15:00 | Jennifer Hilliard
Register now for our in-person event!
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Seven (7) hours of CPE will be awarded for attending the whole day.

BMSS Presents: Accounting & Auditing Update
2022-08-30 08:30 - 2022-08-31 12:00
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 to register for session 1.
Click here to register for session 2.

BMSS Presents: An Economic Update
2022-07-14 08:00 - 09:30 | Government Contract Accounting – Ozark (AL)
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 Branch) and Oakworth Capital Bank’s Managing Director and Head of Wealth & Investments, John Norris.
Send your questions beforehand to marketing@bmss.com
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BMSS Presents: A Washington D.C. Update with AICPA's Mark Peterson
2022-06-16 08:00 - 09:30
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 to influence and shape policy decisions impacting the profession. He also leads the Congressional & Political Affairs, and State Society Affairs, State Regulatory and Legislative Affairs and Tax Advocacy teams.
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BMSS Presents: Implementing the New GAAP Lease Standards
2022-05-05 09:30 - 11:30 | City of Columbus MS
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 you can prepare for its implementation.
Thursday, May 5, 2022
9:30 a.m.

PBS Presents: How to Detect & Prevent HR Vulnerabilities in Your Business
2022-04-26 09:30 - 10:30
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.

ITAC Solutions Presents: Trends & Tactics for the Staffing & Recruiting World
2022-03-17 08:30 - 10:00
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 Brian Pitts as well as Chief of Recruiting, Charles Baughman, as they share important information on how to retain current employees while also attracting new talent.

BMSS Presents: What the Russo-Ukrainian War Could Mean for Your Business
2022-03-10 08:30 - 10:00
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 unexpected resistance for the Russian Army. At the same time, Putin’s threat of cyberwarfare to countries aiding Ukraine has created concern and uncertainty for individuals and businesses throughout the world.
Join us next Thursday, March 10th as U.S. Military Veteran and Senate Candidate Mike Durant provides us with a federal and military viewpoint. We’ll also receive practical cybersecurity and communication measures businesses should be taking from Abacus Technologies’ President Brian Jackson and BMSS Wesson Wealth Solutions CEO Mark Wesson will share timely wealth management advice.

Abacus Technologies Presents: Leveraging Your Business Data to Save Time and Increase Efficiency
2022-02-10 08:30 - 10:00
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.

BMSS Wesson Presents: An Economic Update
2022-01-28 08:30 - 10:00
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.

BMSS Presents: Year-End Tax Planning Webinar
2021-12-09 08:30 - 10:00
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.

BMSS Presents: 2021 Accounting & Auditing Update Webinar
2021-11-11 08:30 - 16:30 | City of Columbus MS
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 are issued by the Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy.) For questions, please email CPE@bmss.com.

BMSS Presents: What the Vaccine Mandate Could Mean for You & Your Business
2021-11-10 09:30 - 10:30
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 the time it takes to get tested? Can I make exceptions or accommodations for employees who cannot be vaccinated for health reasons or have a religious objection? What impact does Governor Ivey’s Executive Order (and similar anti-mandate orders in other states) have?
If you are a smaller employer, you have decisions to make too. Can you, and should you, voluntarily adopt what the government is requiring or a similar policy?
Join us on Wednesday, November 10 at 9:30 a.m. to hear more and have your questions answered by Breanna Young, a labor and employment attorney, and Weathers Bolt, a general civil litigation attorney, both with Starnes Davis Florie LLP.

BMSS Presents: Navigating Turbulent Waters of Supply Chain Management
2021-10-19 08:30 - 10:00
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 their clients navigate through these turbulent times.
