TSCPA in the 21st Century

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TSCPA in the 21st Century

• James A. Smith, CPA
• Chairman

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TSCPAs New Mission Statement

• TSCPA exists to support its members in their
  professional endeavors and to promote the value
  and high standards of Texas CPAs

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Mission Statement Implications

• Dedication to highest standards of professional
  competence and ethical conduct on daily basis
• Commitment to preserving the designation as a
  clearly defined and legally recognized learned
  profession

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Learned Profession Defined

• Completion of specialized course of study at
  accredited institution
• Passage of standardized exam administered by
  legally recognized testing authority
• Issuance of governmentally regulated license to
  practice
• Subscription to standard code of ethics and/or
  professional conduct
• Subject to continuing oversight by regulatory
  authorities

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Reasons for Delayed Response to Environmental
Factors

• Historical reticence to engage in public debate
  both political and legal
• Perceived damage to professional reputation was
  severe leaders uncertain how to react

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TSCPA Must Continue as

• An unwavering advocate for the highest standards
  of professional conduct
• An unabashed voice promoting the value of CPAs in
  the modern world
• An unceasing supporter of members goals and
  status as learned professionals

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TSCPA Chapters Are Where

• Initial member contact takes place
• Volunteerism begins
• Future leaders develop
• Concerns are first heard and addressed
• TSCPA services are often delivered

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I Believe TSCPA is the Place

• Where membership resources are marshaled and
  programs/services are originated
• Where critical interests of state and national
  regulation and professional advocacy are expressed

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Why are We Here?

• Executive Board Responses
• Mission Statement
• Preserve the Profession
• Represent, guide and react to change to benefit
  the Society
• Leave the Society better than when we got here
• Ensure the value of membership
• Protection of and advocacy for the profession
• Speak with one voice
• Have the vision and translate it to reality
• Help to develop members to achieve their fullest
  potential

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My Goals

• Strategic Plan Objective
• Link members to services and resources to help
  them succeed as professionals and to enhance
  their career goals.
• Goal
• Enhance the communication of professional
  standards and rules on a timely basis.

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My Goals

• Strategic Plan Objective
• Increase membership and market share of Texas
  CPAs.
• Goal
• Establish a statewide student internship
  program.

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My Goals

• Strategic Plan Objective
• Promote the profession and image of the CPA as
  a trusted and valued advisor.
• Goal
• Capitalize on the increased public awareness
  of the role of the CPA.

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My Goals

• Strategic Plan Objective
• Position TSCPA as the advocate for CPAs
  interest in Texas through its Regulatory and
  Legislative program.
• Goal
• Be a key driver in the national mobility
  movement.

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My Goals

• New Objective
• Assume a leadership role in providing input in
  the development and promotion of professional
  standards.
• Goal
• Position TSCPA to be a key driver in AICPAs
  standard setting efforts.

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• Communicate
• Protect
• Advocate