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1 Technology Conference for Accountants December 7-8, 2015 Hilton Garden Inn Airport Louisville, KY EXPAND Your Knowledge INTEGRATE Technology DELIVER Results 16 CPE Credits ALL NEW FORMAT! 38% increase in topics available

2 Agenda Day 1 Sessions Technology has forever changed the business world. Do you have the knowledge you need to move forward? Are you as effective as you can be within your organization or for your clients? Can you remain competitive? LEARNING OBJECTIVES After participating in these series of sessions you should be able to: Determine how to utilize existing and future technologies to address the needs of your organization Describe trends in hardware and software in order to make more informed decisions for your business and your clients Develop and implement strategies for Cloud computing and the Mobile office Utilize Microsoft Office s most powerful features 7:30 8 a.m. REGISTRATION 8 9:40 a.m. GENERAL SESSION Tech Update is a year of change and in this pivotal period, technology can help or hurt your organization. Hardware and software businesses are in upheaval, the Cloud is cloudy, mobile strategies are evolving, and the Internet of Things is a game-changer on all fronts. In this keynote session, you will learn how to create a technology roadmap that helps you to improve organizational efficiency and avoid pitfalls. 9:50 11:30 a.m. MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS Self Service Business Intelligence with Power BI With Microsoft s Power BI tools, Business Intelligence (BI) is moving mainstream to help you gain meaningful insights into your data. Building upon the strengths of PivotTables and Data Models, Microsoft s Power BI tools provide self-service BI options to the masses. Join us in this session for a fascinating look at how you can incorporate these tools into your reporting repertoire. Top Ten Technology Articles You Should Have Read K2 Enterprises team members are often asked how they keep up with the rapid changes in business technology. The answer is simple hard work and lots of reading and research. Based on a consensus of the K2 team, in this session we share the best of the best with respect to articles about technology changes, trends, and significant advances. Remote Access Best Practices Team members want to be able to work from anywhere, anytime, on any device. In addition to Cloud hosting providers, you can provide remote access through your existing networks by using Citrix, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, or Remote Desktop Services. In this session, you will learn best practices to give your users the best experience and what you should consider for future upgrades. 12:20 1:10 p.m.

3 Risks and Rewards of Hosted, On-Premise, and Hybrid Solutions You wonder if the Cloud is right for your organization or should you remain with an on-premise solution? Perhaps mixing the Cloud with some on-premise technologies to create a hybrid solution is the optimal approach for you. Attend this session to understand your options, costs, risks, and rewards, and how to implement and manage the best solution for you and your team. Five Common Sense Steps to Secure Your PC Security is critical today, yet most users do little to secure their PCs. In this session, you will learn how to implement five simple steps that will dramatically reduce the risk of compromised data. Regardless of experience, you will be able to implement the tools discussed and demonstrated in this session. Don t miss this chance to stop hackers in their tracks! Everything ios Do you have an iphone or an ipad? If so, regardless of which release of ios you have, many features of the operating system remain overlooked and underutilized. Join us for Everything ios to learn about the practical ways you can put ios to work, how you can secure your ios-powered device, and how you can overcome some of the issues related to using ios in a Windows-dominated world. 1:20 2:10 p.m. How to Prevent & Detect Spreadsheet Errors According to experts, approximately 90% of spreadsheets contain errors! In this session, you will learn how to take advantage of features in Excel to prevent and detect spreadsheet errors. You will also learn how to use Excel add-ins to improve the accuracy of spreadsheets. This session is must-see CPE if you are concerned about accuracy! The Internet of Things In our Internet-connected world, numerous devices are appearing to help us solve countless problems. Collectively, these devices constitute The Internet of Things (IoT). In this session, you will learn about IoT and how to deploy plans for connectivity, privacy, security, and management. Also, you will learn about numerous IoT-based apps and services that can assist you with specific tasks. Backups - Critical to Every Organization As long as you have your data, you can recover from business interruptions and disasters. However, are you sure you have all of your data properly backed up? Participate in this session to learn the best ways to backup your data, including using the Cloud, backup appliances, and other techniques. Can you really afford to take chances with your data? 2:20 4 p.m. GENERAL SESSION Dueling Excel Tips Two instructors, two viewpoints on Excel! In this session, you will learn countless Excel tips from two instructors, each offering their own perspective on Excel. Beyond simple techniques, you will learn valuable tips for putting Excel to work to solve complex issues, including data analysis and reporting. Join us for this one-of-a-kind presentation to help extend Excel s usefulness. Day 2 Sessions 8 9:40 a.m. GENERAL SESSION Data Security - Need We Say More? With so many data breaches, you should be concerned about the security of your data. In this session, you will learn about some of the recent high profile attacks and how they occurred. More importantly, you will learn about techniques that will help you minimize the risks of similar attacks affecting your organization. Address your security concerns by participating in this session. 9:50 11:30 a.m. MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS Leading Solutions for CPA Firms Technology is a differentiator for CPA firms. Progressive firms that deploy leading-edge solutions complemented with investments in training are far more successful than those who continue to rely on outdated technologies. In this session, you will learn about leading-edge solutions available for CPA firms and how these solutions can help your firm reach its goals.

4 Personal Technologies Though many new technologies target business users, some are better suited for personal use. New audio and video devices, home security tools, electronic convenience gadgets, and Internet-based finance and personal organization tools are among the personal technologies you will learn about in this session. Participate and learn how you can manage an increasingly busy lifestyle. Using Tables, PivotTables, and Queries to Automate Reporting Using Excel s Table feature in concert with PivotTables, you can streamline financial and operational reporting processes and significantly reduce the risk of errors. Combine these new capabilities with live data queries, and Excel reporting can be faster and easier than ever. Attend this session to find out how to create better Excel reports with less time and effort. 12:20 1:10 p.m. Revolutionizing Small Business Accounting A revolution is taking place in small business accounting. While traditional desktop products continue to hold the lion s share of the market, newer solutions are changing how small businesses and their accountants record and report transactions. Join us in this session for a highly-informative discussion on how this new breed of solutions will change accounting for small businesses. Payment Technologies Movements are underway to dramatically change how companies make and receive payments. One in particular the EMV initiative affects every business that accepts credit card payments and began October 1. Others focus on alternative payment streams, including PayPal and even Bitcoin. Participate in this session to learn how emerging technologies can affect your cash flow and risk. Technology Policies to Protect Your Organization More than ever, policies and control procedures can help you protect your data. In this session, you will learn about critical policies that you need to have in place, including acceptable use, encryption, and mobile device management policies. You will also receive samples of recommended policies, along with guidance for implementing them, helping to reduce your risk. 1:20 2:10 p.m. Beyond Entry-Level Accounting, Reporting, and Analytics For organizations that are beyond small business accounting software, the choices are seemingly endless. A growing list of innovations and options change how you should select and deploy your accounting, reporting, and analytics solutions. If you are curious about your options, join us in this session to discover the products and services that represent the best fit for you, your organization, or your clients. Windows 10 - You re Going To Love It! Built on the foundation of Windows 8, Windows 10 returns the Start Menu, introduces Universal apps and adds slick new features, such as a common notification area, virtual desktops, mobile device management, and data protection. Attend this session to see why most users are going to love Windows 10, Microsoft s newest operating system. Best Tools for Collaboration Collaboration is one of today s hottest technology topics. In this session, you will learn about collaboration tools available from leading technology providers, and how you can use these tools to work more efficiently and effectively. You will also learn how you can share and simultaneously edit documents in real-time, without creating multiple copies of the same file. 2:20 4 p.m. GENERAL SESSION Welcome to the New World of Microsoft Previously considered to be a software company, Microsoft has changed and now sells hardware, software, and subscription and Cloud-based services. In this session, you will learn about many tools and services available from Microsoft and how they can help to drive your bottom line. You will also learn how to manage licensing costs and how to deploy Microsoft hardware and software most effectively.

5 REGISTRATION FORM CONFERENCE LOCATION TIMES FEES Hilton Garden Inn Airport, 2735 Crittenden Drive, Louisville, KY Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m., Conference starts at 8 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m. Early bird fee: Register by 11/23/15 KyCPA member: $449 Nonmember: $649 Regular fee: Register after 11/23/15 KyCPA member: $499 Nonmember: $699 Group discount: Register and pay for 4 or more from the same organization at the same time and save $25 per person. Register online at kycpa.org or call Cancellation policy: Cancellations or transfers between 1 week and 1 day prior to conference date will incur an administration fee of $35. Cancellations the day of and No-shows receive NO REFUND. Check here if you want a printed manual: All courses include electronic manuals. We can provide you a printed copy for $30. Specific needs: Do you have any special needs or requirements? If yes, please attach a written explanation of your needs. Name Firm/Company Address City/State/Zip Phone Fax KyCPA Member Non-CPA Staff Non-member Other State Society Payment options: Total Amount: $ Enclosed is a check to KyCPA Company Personal Please charge MC/Visa/AMEX Bill me/my firm Credit Card Exp. Date Signature 2015 Technology Conference for Accountants SESSIONS AT A GLANCE MONDAY DECEMBER :30 a.m. On Site Registration 8-9:40 a.m. GENERAL SESSION Tech Update :50 a.m. MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS 2 Self Service Business Intelligence with Power BI 3 Top Ten Technology Articles You Should Have Read 4 Remote Access Best Practices 11:30 a.m. Lunch 12:20-1:10 p.m. (Choose 1) 1:20-2:10 p.m. (Choose 1) 5 Hosted, On-Premise, and Hybrid Solutions 8 How to Prevent & Detect Spreadsheet Errors 6 Five Common Sense Steps to Secure Your PC 9 The Internet of Things 7 Everything ios 10 Backups - Critical to Every Organization 2:20 p.m. GENERAL SESSION Dueling Excel Tips TUESDAY DECEMBER :30 a.m. On Site Registration 8-9:40 a.m. GENERAL SESSION Data Security - Need We Say More? 9:50 a.m. MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS 13 Leading Solutions for CPA Firms 14 Personal Technologies 15 Using Tables, PivotTables, and Queries to Automate Reporting 11:30 a.m. Lunch 12:20-1:10 p.m. (Choose 1) 1:20-2:10 p.m. (Choose 1) 16 Revolutionizing Small Business Accounting 19 Beyond Entry-Level Accounting, Reporting 17 Payment Technologies 20 Windows 10 - You re Going To Love It! 18 Technology Policies to Protect Your Organization 21 Best Tools for Collaboration 2:20 p.m. GENERAL SESSION Welcome to the New World of Microsoft