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The New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA) will host its 2022 Convention & Expo, The Way Forward: Transform. Innovate. Grow, at the Borgata in Atlantic City June 14-17. As the accounting profession is at an important crossroads, the Convention will bring together those in public and private practice, industry and academia to discuss the increasing influence of data and analytics, the best uses of advanced technology and what kinds of strategic thinking is necessary. Attendees will learn about business longevity, accounting innovation, increasing profitability and utilizing a team’s collective strength as well as the latest regulatory developments and evolving tax strategies. Featured keynote speakers include the following: • James C. Bourke Jr., CPA, CITP, CFF, CGMA, a partner at WithumSmith+Brown • G. Scott Clemons, CFA, partner and chief investment strategist for Private Banking at Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. • Gene Marks, CPA, columnist, partner and owner at Marks Group PC • Susan O’Malley, first female president of a professional sports franchise • Donny Shimamoto, CPA, CITP, CGMA, founder and senior member at IntrapriseTechKnowlogies LLC • Dr. Kecia Williams Smith, Ph.D., CPA, assistant professor and director of the Master of Accountancy (MACC) Program at North Carolina A&T State University A New Jersey Business and Economic Roundtable discussion will delve into what challenges New Jersey businesses face and how to navigate the current landscape. NJCPA CEO and Executive Director Ralph Albert Thomas, CPA (DC), CGMA, will host a panel discussion with G. Scott Clemons, CFA, partner and chief investment strategist for Private Banking at Brown Brothers Harriman & Co.; Regina M. Egea, president of the Garden State Initiative (GSI); and Daniel Munoz, reporter at NorthJersey.com. “As we continue to rebound from the pandemic, it’s an important time to regroup on keeping the accounting profession relevant and timely. CPAs are increasingly in demand to help businesses succeed and prosper,” said Thomas. Learn more about the Convention and register at njcpa.org/convention.