CPAs Stay Connected During Difficult Times

Program designed to help Indiana CPA Society members who suddenly found themselves back in the job market.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana CPA Society (INCPAS) is offering its members who suddenly found themselves looking for a job an opportunity to stay connected and network. Herb Benshoof and Rick Sauter with the well-known accounting, finance and technical staffing company Pinnacle Partners are presenting the new program, Staying Connected During Difficult Times.

The first Staying Connected session held recently had 10 members in attendance with one-on-one attention. The next program will be held on April 29 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the INCPAS Professional Development and Conference Center in Indianapolis. Other programs are being planned for May, June and July.

Many who have lost their jobs due to recent layoffs in the current economy are finding themselves back in the job market after many years, and are out of touch with current job-search strategies.

"We have heard from members that our Staying Connected program provided valuable suggestions in their search for the next phase of their careers," said Jennifer Briggs, vice president-member services at INCPAS.

Participants learn tips and tricks for making networking work for them as well as brush up on their interviewing skills. Participants also have the opportunity to share with their peers. A Q&A is included to give them the chance to get any questions they may have answered.

"We are the professional home of Indiana's CPAs. Offering programs for members who are currently out of the work force is just one way we can serve our members' needs. We are happy to help put members in touch with professionals who can aid them in their search and look forward to providing additional programs in the coming months," said Briggs.

Story Ideas
Story idea suggestions related to these events include:

• For those who have been out of the job market for quite some time, what tips can be offered to improve their chances of finding future employment?
• How is the current economy affecting the job security of those in the CPA profession?

Media Information
Members of the media are invited to attend the program. Speakers will be available for interviews immediately following their presentation. If you are interested in attending, please contact Jenifer Groth at (317) 726-5010 or jgroth@incpas.org in advance.

CPA Ambassadors
CPAs are a great resource for the media. The CPA Ambassador Program pairs CPAs with media outlets. To speak with a CPA in your area, contact Jenifer Groth at (317) 726-5010 or jgroth@incpas.org.

Currently, more than 7,000 CPAs in public practice, industry, government and education are members of the Indiana CPA Society. INCPAS serves the public interest as well as its members. The organization functions as an advocate for the profession through education, public awareness, government relations and promotion of high ethical standards. Programs and services offered by the Society are designed to meet the needs identified for its diverse membership.