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National Board of Directors (NBD) Meeting (Room Canary 3-4)

22 Jul 18
8:15 AM - 11:00 AM
AGA national officers will report to the NBD on the 2017–2018 program year results and discuss plans for the 2018–2019 program yea... More...

Bonus Session: Do's & Don'ts of Social Networking (Room Crystal H)

22 Jul 18
11:10 AM - 12:00 PM

Tracks: FOS: COMS (Communications and Marketing)

Speaker(s): Lyndsay McKeown
We’ve come a long way from the time of MySpace – the social network landscape is constantly changing. Learn which social networks ... More...

EXEC1 - Executive Session: Building the CFO Organization of the Future (invitation only) (Room Grand 9-11)

22 Jul 18
12:45 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: FOS: HR (Human Resources/Personnel)

Speaker(s): Michael Herrinton ; Rachelle Cabading CGFM, CFE ; Stephen Kunze
Innovation is in the driver’s seat and data analytics and robotics are the engine.  Do federal CFOs have the team they need? We'll f... More...

S100 - Conduct and Ethics Guidance in a Gray World (Room Crystal H)

22 Jul 18
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Charles Hester CGFM, CPA, CFE ; Elizabeth Woody CGFM ; Scott Gaines
Every accountant and auditor knows that at any point an ethical challenge can present itself. Learn how to manage situations that can lead to your ... More...

S101 - Governmental Accounting in Academia - Where Has It Gone? (Room Crystal A-B)

22 Jul 18
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: HR (Human Resources/Personnel)

Speaker(s): Barbara Bail CGFM, CDFM-A, DFMC2 ; Billy Morehead PhD, CGFM, CPA ; Kimberly Jones ; Laura Durback CGFM
In recent years the number of governmental accounting courses offered at colleges and universities has decreased. This session will explore how thi... More...

S102 - Successful Improper Payment Programs: Connecting Technology and ERM (Room Crystal C-F)

22 Jul 18
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Heather Pajak ; Karin Dasuki CPA, CGFM ; Mike Wetklow CGFM, CPA
Learn how improper payment programs can be effective by incorporating the ERM profile of each payment site, location and identified strong control ... More...

S103 - Powering Excellence and Accountability with RPA (Room Crystal M-Q)

22 Jul 18
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Gisele Holden CPA ; Tom Spann
Do you have the important time-sensitive information needed to be captured from diverse sources, then converted to a standard format, and transmitt... More...

S104 - Managing Change (Room Crystal A-B)

22 Jul 18
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Tracks: FOS: HR (Human Resources/Personnel)

Speaker(s): Andrew Hunter ; F. Michael Taylor CPA, CIA ; Megan Gaillard CGFM, CPA, CIA, CGAP, CRMA, CFE, CISA, CIGA ; Melinda Miguel PMP, CIG
Managing change is critical for maintaining your workforce and ensuring a pleasant and positive work environment for your organization and clients.... More...

S105 - Blockchain. It's Not Just Bitcoin (Room Crystal M-Q)

22 Jul 18
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Aleksander Zelenovic MBA, PMP, CSM, ITIL ; George Fallon CGFM, CPA ; James St.Clair ; Reza Mahbod CPA, CISA, CGFM, CICA, CGMA
With the rising popularity of Bitcoin, do you know what to expect? This session will explore critical details of Bitcoin, such as distributed ledge... More...

S106 - Can Grant Managers Meet the New Compliance Requirements? (Room Crystal K-L)

22 Jul 18
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Douglas Godesky ; Nasr Fahmy CGFM, CFE ; Roger Von Elm CGFM, CPA
Grants managers must work to ensure grantees are prepared to effectively and compliantly accomplish grant goals and ensure grantees’ systems ... More...

S107 - The New Tax Reform is Here! (Room Crystal C-F)

22 Jul 18
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Tracks: FOS: TAX (Taxes)

Speaker(s): Jo Ann Bachman ; John L. Roland, Jr. , CGFM
The new tax reform brings many new changes to both business and individuals. This session will explore how tax reform will affect governments, your... More...

S108 - Getting Through the Report Writing and Review Process Without Losing Your Sanity (Room Crystal H)

22 Jul 18
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Tracks: FOS: AUD (Auditing)

Speaker(s): Elizabeth Argeris Lewis ; Mark Bell ; Melissa Prunchak
You’ve completed the audit and found results… if you could just get it out the door! Join us in discussing how auditors, communication... More...

S109 - Management’s Discussion and Analysis: Bridging the ‘GAAP’ (Room Crystal C-F)

22 Jul 18
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACC (Accounting)

Speaker(s): Lisa Parker CPA, CGMA ; Ross Simms CPA,CIA
Management’s discussion and analysis is a key component of financial reporting. It tells the reporting entity’s story regarding operati... More...

S110 - Effective Audit and Audit Resolution Practices (Room Crystal M-Q)

22 Jul 18
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Tracks: FOS: AUD (Auditing)

Speaker(s): Dave LeBlanc CGFM, CFS ; Rich Rasa CGFM ; William Bell
This session will examine both the roles of the auditor and auditee using the Cooperative Audit Resolution and Oversight Initiative, or CAROI. The ... More...

S111 - Hot Off the Press: The New and Improved Yellow Book (Room Crystal H)

22 Jul 18
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Tracks: FOS: AUDG (Auditing Governmental)

Speaker(s): Beryl Davis CGFM, CPA ; James Dalkin MBA, CGFM, CPA
The 2017 Yellow Book represents a modernized version of the standards and helps auditors hold the organizations they audit accountable. Panelists w... More...

S112 - Ignite! (Room Canary 1-2)

22 Jul 18
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Corrine Louden CIDA,CRMA,CICA ; Elena Tercero CGFM, CPA, CGMA ; Gina Smith-Moss MSM, MBA, CICA ; Jeffrey Hart CGFM, CFE ; Karin Dasuki CPA, CGFM ; Susan Fritzlen ; Thomas Bland
During this fast-paced, fun and entertaining session, each presenter has 20 slides — which auto-advance every 15 seconds — to tell thei... More...

Welcome Event with Exhibitors (Room Royal/Sabal/Sago)

22 Jul 18
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Welcome to Orlando and PDT 2018! This is your first opportunity to network with your colleagues and explore exhibits showcasing the latest tec... More...

Early Morning Stretch and Exercise (Room Grand 8B)

23 Jul 18
6:00 AM - 6:30 AM
PiYo™ LIVE — sweat and burn calories with fusion-style movements inspired by Yoga and Pilates. This class incorporates dynamic balance,... More...

M100 - Plenary Monday Morning (Cypress Ballroom)

23 Jul 18
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Ann Ebberts MS, PMP ; Gene L. Dodaro CGFM
Hear GAO's comptroller general discuss changes from last year from the government's financial position, progress on key GAO initiatives and... More...

Linkedin & Social Media Hub (Room Crystal Foyer)

23 Jul 18
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Build Your Voice on Social Media! Bring all your questions to the Social Media Hub and let our team of social media gurus: Review your Lin... More...

M101 - We've Got the Data ... Now What? (Room Grand 12-14)

23 Jul 18
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: ACC (Accounting)

Speaker(s): Amy Edwards ; Atisha Burks ; Dave Mader ; Tim Gribben
With the DATA Act, data is becoming more consistent and reliable. Agencies have a plethora of interesting federal obligation and spending data at i... More...

M103 - Natural Disasters and Accountability Related to Government Funding (Room Crystal C-F)

23 Jul 18
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: AUDG (Auditing Governmental)

Speaker(s): Beryl Davis CGFM, CPA ; Chris Currie ; Leslie Wilks CPA, CFE ; Paul Wood ; Samantha Atkinson
Congress has allocated tens of billions of dollars in disaster-related aid to help communities recover from the devastating hurricanes and wild fir... More...

M104 - Building the Future Workforce for State/Local Governments (Room Crystal H)

23 Jul 18
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: BMO (Business Management & Organization)

Speaker(s): Billy Morehead PhD, CGFM, CPA ; Lealan Miller CGFM, CPA ; Marsi Woody CGFM
How are state and local government leaders recruiting and attracting the next generation of accountants? Join the roundtable to see how different o... More...

M105 - Driving Competitive Advantage with TBM (Room Crystal K-L)

23 Jul 18
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: BMO (Business Management & Organization)

Speaker(s): Douglas Webster DBA, CGFM-Retired ; Kevin Greer CGFM, CPA, CDFM, PMP ; Natalie Rico ; Willie Gaddis
Like any new method, process or automation tool, Technology Business Management (TBM) will impact federal agencies, their technology management and... More...

M106 - Accelerating Shared Services for Finance and Accounting Operations (Room Grand 9-11)

23 Jul 18
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: BMO (Business Management & Organization)

Speaker(s): Andrea Sampanis CGFM ; Lisa Ziehmann ; Rowan Miranda PhD
For nearly 20 years, the federal government has been considering the use of shared services. Progress has been slow, especially in the area of cons... More...

M107 - Advanced Process Automation: Increasing Productivity with Robotics (Room Canary 3-4)

23 Jul 18
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Brian Jacobs ; Gerard Badorrek ; Jennifer Cosner ; Mike Wetklow CGFM, CPA
The Fiscal Service and other federal agencies are testing robotic process automation to minimize repeatable manual operations in core financial man... More...

M108 - OCFO of the Future - What Does It Look Like? (Room Crystal M-Q)

23 Jul 18
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Jay Hurt MBA,CGFM ; Joe Kull CGFM, CPA, CGMA ; Mark Easton DFMC3, CDFM-A
What does the Office of the Chief Financial Officer look like in the age of robotics, Blockchain, data analytics and cloud computing? Attend this s... More...

M109 - Taking Care of Customers (Room Crystal A-B)

23 Jul 18
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Dave Weinberg ; Mary Peterman MPA, CGFM, CPA
Customers are people too... and the reason you exist! But when has anyone ever trained you to deal with them? Take a moment to learn some elements ... More...

M110 - Plenary Session: Curing Adultitis - Your Prescription for Less Stress and More Success (Cypress Ballroom)

23 Jul 18
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Jason Kotecki ; Mark Easton DFMC3, CDFM-A
Adultitis is an epidemic that is coming hard after us every day. It infiltrates even the best environments, producing stress and burnout. Lear... More...

M111 - It's a Disaster! Before, During and After (Room Crystal A-B)

23 Jul 18
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACC (Accounting)

Speaker(s): Gregory Teets ; Mary Peterman MPA, CGFM, CPA ; Moises Dugan ; Nicole Gasparri CGFO
Is your agency equipped for a disaster? Hear from federal, state and local officials about the challenges and best practices when preparing for, re... More...

M112 - Governance Over Financial Statements IT Control Risk (Room Grand 9-11)

23 Jul 18
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Alyssa Smiley ; Deepak Bhargava PMP, MBA, MCA ; Douglas Webster DBA, CGFM-Retired ; Scoey Alexander CPA
Join a panel of experts as they discuss key resources in the federal space. In particular, the experts will take a closer look at a management asse... More...

M113 - Lessons Learned from Real-life Frauds (Room Crystal C-F)

23 Jul 18
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: AUDG (Auditing Governmental)

Speaker(s): Kevin Huffman CGFM ; Maribeth McCarthy ; Scott Gaines
This session will feature presentations of frauds committed by state and local governments. Panelists will also discuss how the perpetrators circum... More...

M114 - Conducting Audits in Challenging Environments (Room Crystal K-L)

23 Jul 18
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: AUDG (Auditing Governmental)

Speaker(s): Eugene Aloise ; Judy Leonhardt ; Sal Ercolano CGFM, CPA ; Tinh Nguyen
Conducting audits in unique environments presents challenges. Whether it’s in a remote village on the other side of the world, in the middle ... More...

M115 - DATA Act: Opportunities to Become More Data-Driven (Room Grand 12-14)

23 Jul 18
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: FINT (Finance-Technical)

Speaker(s): Aileen Burgman ; Christian Hoehner ; Daniel Cain ; Reed Waller ; Tim Gribben
Hear about steps Treasury and other federal agencies have taken to improve the quality of the data published on USAspending.gov and explore opportu... More...

M116 - "Knock, Knock." "Who’s There?" (Room Crystal H)

23 Jul 18
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Branko Bokan CISSP-ISSAP, ISSEP, ISSMP, PMP ; Tony Hubbard
New innovations in cognitive technology and authentication give government officials a better understanding of who is “knocking” a... More...

M117 - Government’s Blockchain Journey — Lessons Learned (Room Canary 1-2)

23 Jul 18
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Bo Shevchik CGFM, PMP ; Christina Canavan
Blockchain has potential to bring security, efficiency and speed to a range of services and processes. How should agencies look to incorporate Bloc... More...

M118 - CFO and CIOs 2018: Models for Synergy and Success (Room Canary 3-4)

23 Jul 18
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Daniel Meers ; Jody Harry CPA, CMA ; Linda Wilbanks CISO ; Lynn Moaney ; Matthew Miller
CIO and CFO experts discuss the intersection of policies and management issues that impact them. The session will also discuss how these leaders ca... More...

M119 - The Art of Tinkering: Tiny Ways to Transform Everything (Room Crystal M-Q)

23 Jul 18
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Jason Kotecki
Drive innovation, achieve new levels of happiness, and uncover hidden opportunities by learning the art of tinkering. In times of uncertainty and c... More...

M120 - Audit Tips for Federal Disaster Response Efforts (Room Canary 3-4)

23 Jul 18
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: AUDG (Auditing Governmental)

Speaker(s): Chris Currie ; Paul Wood ; Ronnie Atkins ; Steve Rickrode
Hear about lessons learned and advice for auditing federal disasters. The panel will discuss prior audit findings, recommendations and tips from pr... More...

M121 - Financial Audits or Performance Audits? (Room Canary 1-2)

23 Jul 18
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: AUDG (Auditing Governmental)

Speaker(s): Deborah Loveless CGFM, CPA ; Gerry Boaz CGFM, CPA, CGMA ; Jerry Durham CGFM, CPA, CFE ; Ted Sauerbeck CPA, CGFO
Financial audits have been the backbone of audit shops in state and local government. Recently though, some of these organizations have redirected ... More...

M122 - March of the Robots – Join the Parade! (Room Crystal H)

23 Jul 18
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Gisele Holden CPA ; Kirke Everson CGFM,CISA,CISSP,PMP ; Paul Bartley ; Timothy Persons PhD
Software robots, or "bots," operate like humans and our understanding of them continue to rapidly evolve. During this session, the panel ... More...

M123 - Moving Federal Financials to the Cloud: Two Case Studies (Room Crystal K-L)

23 Jul 18
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): David D'Abate ; John Nemoto ; Michael - "Mike" Clanton
Remaining status quo when it comes to financial management systems can cost your agency time and money. Join this session to hear from agencies who... More...

M124 - Swamped and Overwhelmed: How to Cope With Data Overload (Room Crystal A-B)

23 Jul 18
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Daniel Cain ; Kris Naleszkiewicz
Agencies have amassed large volumes of data about business operations, services and customers. Few agencies, though, have fully tapped this resourc... More...

M125 - Leadership Gold Nuggets (Room Crystal M-Q)

23 Jul 18
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Ernest Almonte CGFM, CPA, CFE ; Mark Reger CPA ; Melinda Miguel PMP, CIG ; Paul Barrett PH.D, CPA
Participants will learn “gold nuggets” of leadership wisdom accumulated during decades of studying, practicing and teaching leadership.... More...

M126 - What Caused My Risk? (Room Grand 12-14)

23 Jul 18
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: STAT (Statistics)

Speaker(s): Heather Pajak ; Kenneth Donohue ; Megan Gaillard CGFM, CPA, CIA, CGAP, CRMA, CFE, CISA, CIGA
Root cause analysis is often a forgotten element of resolving issues because the focus tends to be more on correcting the issue than evaluating the... More...

M127 - Ethics in the Workplace (Room Crystal C-F)

23 Jul 18
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: BETH (Behavioral Ethics)

Speaker(s): Leon Young ; Marsi Woody CGFM
This session will cover the components of ethical behavior as well as the need to maintain an ethical environment in the workplace. Participants wi... More...

M128 - Citizen-Centric Reporting: Turning Data into Information (Room Grand 9-11)

23 Jul 18
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Donna Sandoval CGFM, CISA, CISM ; John Lynskey CGFM, CPA ; Mary Peterman MPA, CGFM, CPA
Hear how AGA’s Citizen-Centric Reporting (CCR) can be used as an electronic portal to an agency. See examples of how agencies have taken enor... More...

Early Morning Stretch and Exercise (Room Grand 8B)

24 Jul 18
6:00 AM - 6:30 AM
PiYo™ LIVE — sweat and burn calories with fusion-style movements inspired by yoga and pilates. This class incorporates dynamic balance,... More...

Registration Open

24 Jul 18
6:30 AM - 4:00 PM

T100 - Plenary Session: Leading from Any Seat (Cypress Ballroom)

24 Jul 18
8:00 AM - 9:15 AM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Shannon Huffman Polson
With real-world stories and insights from in and out of the cockpit, Shannon Huffman Polson offers tangible leadership lessons for you&nb... More...

Linkedin & Social Media Hub (Room Crystal Foyer)

24 Jul 18
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Build Your Voice on Social Media! Bring all your questions to the Social Media Hub and let our team of social media gurus: Review your Lin... More...

T101 - A Future Financial Reporting Model (Room Crystal M-Q)

24 Jul 18
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Atisha Burks ; Donna Sandoval CGFM, CISA, CISM ; Ross Simms CPA,CIA ; Tasha Austin
Data and tools exist to provide consumable financial data to internal and external users by providing multiple ways of finding answers. What if the... More...

T102 - Emerging Issues in State Government Accountability (Room Crystal C-F)

24 Jul 18
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: FINT (Finance-Technical)

Speaker(s): D. Clark Partridge CGFM, CPA ; Kinney Poynter CPA ; Melinda Miguel PMP, CIG
States often face many demands on their operation — coming from both a local and federal level. This session will explore how two states are ... More...

T103 - Leveraging Data Analytics: Transforming Data into Better Decisions (Room Crystal H)

24 Jul 18
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: AUD (Auditing)

Speaker(s): Amy Edwards ; Douglas Webster DBA, CGFM-Retired ; Natalie Rico ; Shivendra Verma
As data analytics become more commonplace in government, agencies can leverage analytics tools to make better decisions and improve the effectivene... More...

T104 - Implementing the Revised OMB Circular A-123, Appendix A (Room Canary 1-2)

24 Jul 18
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: AUDG (Auditing Governmental)

Speaker(s): David Horn CGFM, CPA ; David Zavada CPA ; Mike Wetklow CGFM, CPA
This session will focus on the newly released revisions to OMB Circular A-123, Appendix A.  Hear about the renewed focus on data quality plann... More...

T105 - What Are Subrecipients Doing with Your Money? (Room Grand 9-11)

24 Jul 18
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: BMO (Business Management & Organization)

Speaker(s): Nasr Fahmy CGFM, CFE ; Steve Bellomy
During this session, attendees can hear a presentation on what a subrecipient monitoring program should include. More...

T106 - Let's Get Uncomfortable and Talk About Sexual Harassment (Room Canary 3-4)

24 Jul 18
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: HR (Human Resources/Personnel)

Speaker(s): Karen Wilson ; William Horwitz
Victims of sexual harassment are speaking up and the alleged harassers are being exposed. Join this important and timely session to learn more abou... More...

T107 - Hey Bot - What Can You Do for Me? (Room Crystal K-L)

24 Jul 18
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Adam Goldberg ; Timothy Persons PhD
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) has found its way into the government. This session will discuss how federal agencies are currently using RPA and ... More...

T108 - Next Generation ERP Systems for Federal Agencies (Room Grand 12-14)

24 Jul 18
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Gisele Holden CPA ; James Harris CGFM, PMP ; Michael - "Mike" Clanton
This panel will examine "what's next" for ERP systems at a time when many federal agencies need to modernize their financial systems.... More...

T109 - Managing Large, Complex Federally Funded Grants and Contracts (Room Crystal A-B)

24 Jul 18
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: SKT (Specialized Knowledge Technical)

Speaker(s): Bert Nuehring CPA ; Lori Pilcher ; Lucy Mungle MPA, CPA ; Phil Maestri
Increased scrutiny of large, complex grants and contracts require agencies better assess their project risks, develop mitigation strategies and mon... More...

T110 - Innovations in Public Performance (Room Crystal K-L)

24 Jul 18
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Malena Brookshire ; Sam McCall, PhD, CGFM, CPA, CIA, CGAP ; Shivendra Verma
Not surprisingly, citizens want to know what they are getting for their tax dollars. Panelists will discuss the performance measures developed by g... More...

T111 - Setting the Foundation for Transparency (Room Crystal A-B)

24 Jul 18
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Amy Edwards ; David Horn CGFM, CPA ; Natalie Rico ; Robert Shope ; Stephen Kunze
This is a discussion of lessons learned from the first year of the DATA Act and next steps to improving transparency. This session will discuss two... More...

T112 - Federal Financial Audit Approach Alternatives (Room Grand 12-14)

24 Jul 18
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: AUD (Auditing)

Speaker(s): Mark Hayes ; Matthew Miller
This session will share ideas identified by a Federal CFO Council workgroup to improve the nexus of costs, benefits, risks and burdens of the Agenc... More...

T113 - How to Integrate Non-financial and Financial Reporting (Room Crystal M-Q)

24 Jul 18
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: AUDG (Auditing Governmental)

Speaker(s): Adam Goldberg ; Jon Rymer MBA,CIA,CGAP ; Roberta Lowe CGFM
Explore how agencies leverage internal control over financial reporting organization, structure, knowledge and tools to address non-financial inter... More...

T114 - Go Green: From Overhead to Higher Training Budgets (Room Canary 1-2)

24 Jul 18
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: FINT (Finance-Technical)

Speaker(s): Chidilim Okonkwo ; Chip Fulghum
This session will discuss ways a department, agency or business can decrease costs and allocate more resources towards employee training and profes... More...

T115 - Where Did My Data Go and Why Should I Care? (Room Crystal C-F)

24 Jul 18
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Branko Bokan CISSP-ISSAP, ISSEP, ISSMP, PMP ; Linda Wilbanks CISO ; Michael Bowman CPA, CISA ; Sarah Mirzakhani CISA
How have breaches and data disclosure incidents affected organizations from an economic and reputational perspective? This session will discuss the... More...

T116 - Application of Emotional Intelligence (Room Crystal H)

24 Jul 18
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Kim Farington CPA ; Megan Gaillard CGFM, CPA, CIA, CGAP, CRMA, CFE, CISA, CIGA ; Melinda Miguel PMP, CIG
Everyone has dealt with “difficult” co-workers and individuals. This session will explore how to handle different types of personalitie... More...

T117 - CFO Survey Research (Room Grand 9-11)

24 Jul 18
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Arrington Smith ; Gerard Badorrek ; James Taylor MPA ; Jay Hurt MBA,CGFM
This year’s AGA CFO survey focuses on the tools and processes needed to help agencies address current budgetary challenges and mandates.... More...

T118 - Let's Get Uncomfortable and Talk About Sexual Harassment (repeat session) (Room Canary 3-4)

24 Jul 18
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: HR (Human Resources/Personnel)

Speaker(s): Karen Wilson ; William Horwitz
Victims of sexual harassment are speaking up and the alleged harassers are being exposed. Join this important and timely session to learn more abou... More...

EXEC2 - AGA Digital Executive Session (by invitation only) (Room Grand 9-11)

24 Jul 18
1:05 PM - 3:25 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Chip Fulghum ; Kevin Greer CGFM, CPA, CDFM, PMP
Learn about emerging technologies that may soon change the way you support your organization’s mission.  Understand priorities, challeng... More...

T119 - Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) (Room Crystal A-B)

24 Jul 18
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Curtis Joachim CGFM, CPA ; Cynthia Montgomery MPA, CGFM ; Katya Silver ; Maribel Langas Miller MPA, CGFM ; Sherri Voigt CGFM, CPA
Discover the value of the CGFM designation.  Participants will hear from colleagues on why they pursued this certification and how it has help... More...

T120 - Leadership, Ethics, and Decision Making in Early Audits (Room Crystal K-L)

24 Jul 18
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: BETH (Behavioral Ethics)

Speaker(s): Robert Hart CGFM ; Thomas Harker CPA
Everyone can be faced with various levels of ethical dilemmas at work, and leadership can often create a culture that promotes unethical behavior w... More...

T121 - Disrupting Improper Payments (Room Crystal H)

24 Jul 18
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Beryl Davis CGFM, CPA ; Cory Baumhardt CGFM, CPA, CFE ; Heather Pajak ; Steven Bernstein
Preventing improper payments is a government-wide challenge. Join this session to learn how to make significant improvements and leveraging disrupt... More...

T122 - Fraud in Federal Assistance Programs (Room Crystal C-F)

24 Jul 18
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: AUDG (Auditing Governmental)

Speaker(s): Deborah Loveless CGFM, CPA ; Jeffrey Hart CGFM, CFE ; Nicole Waldeck PMP
This session will give attendees an in-depth look at how fraud in federal programs was handled by state agencies, federal grantors and state pros... More...

T123 - The AGA’s Grant Survey: Improving Grantee Compliance (Room Grand 12-14)

24 Jul 18
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Douglas Godesky ; Gerry Boaz CGFM, CPA, CGMA
Recognizing challenges with grantee compliance, AGA conducted a nationwide survey of federal grant recipients on implementation issues related to t... More...

T124 - Agency Risk Profile: Lessons Learned and Value (Room Canary 1-2)

24 Jul 18
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Ahmed Jamal Bouaichi ; Andrea Peoples CRMA ; Daniella Datskovska MBA, PMP, CISA ; Mark Krieger CPA
This session will focus on agencies’ experience from their A-123 Risk Profile definition process. This session will include discussion of les... More...

T125 - Conflict in the Workplace: Surviving and Resolving (Room Crystal M-Q)

24 Jul 18
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Leon Young ; Peggy Javery MPA, CGFM
Explore the types and causes of conflict in the workplace. Participatns will learn how to handle and manage conflict in the workplace. Experts will... More...

T126 - FASAB Update: Leases and More to Come (Room Canary 3-4)

24 Jul 18
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Ross Simms CPA,CIA ; Wendy Payne MPA, CGFM, CPA
Hear from FASAB staff about recently issued standards, open proposals, and proposals under development. FASAB staff will discuss implementation of ... More...

T127 - Medicaid: The Elephant in the Room (Room Canary 3-4)

24 Jul 18
2:35 PM - 3:25 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Carolyn Yocom ; Kinney Poynter CPA ; Kip Memmott MA, CGAP, CRMA
Medicaid is a critical service in the lives of millions of Americans. It is also a major expense for both federal and state entities. This session ... More...

T128 - Path to Auditability: Implementing New FASAB Standards (Room Canary 1-2)

24 Jul 18
2:35 PM - 3:25 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Alaleh Jenkins CPA, CDFM ; Eveka Rodriguez ; Fredrick Carr CPA ; Jacklyn Napier CPA, CGMA ; William Roberts
This session will provide an understanding of SFFAS 48, Opening Balances for Inventory, Operating Materials and Supplies, Stockpile and SFFAS ... More...

T129 - Data Analytics for Fraud (Room Crystal A-B)

24 Jul 18
2:35 PM - 3:25 PM

Tracks: FOS: AUDG (Auditing Governmental)

Speaker(s): Latesha Love CFE ; Megan Gaillard CGFM, CPA, CIA, CGAP, CRMA, CFE, CISA, CIGA ; Sarah Hays
Proactive data monitoring and use of data analytics can prevent your entity from being subject to a public fraud. This session will show attendees ... More...

T130 - Planning for Federal Funding Decreases (Room Crystal C-F)

24 Jul 18
2:35 PM - 3:25 PM

Tracks: FOS: FINT (Finance-Technical)

Speaker(s): D. Clark Partridge CGFM, CPA ; Lealan Miller CGFM, CPA ; William Bell
State and local governments federal funding sources are always in flux. This session will feature a panel of state and local government leaders dis... More...

T131 - My Data Was Just Breached! (Room Crystal K-L)

24 Jul 18
2:35 PM - 3:25 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): J. Brent Williams ; Jon Pilkington ; Phil Magrogan ; Velvet Johnson
Access to data is key to effective analytics. However, with recent data breaches security standards around data transfer and storage have tightened... More...

T132 - Communicating Effectively: Skills and Techniques (Room Crystal M-Q)

24 Jul 18
2:35 PM - 3:25 PM

Tracks: FOS: COMS (Communications and Marketing)

Speaker(s): Judy Shock ; Leon Young
Improve your communication skills with colleagues, customers, supervisors and staff — and learn how to adjust styles based on with whom ... More...

T133 - The President’s Management Agenda and the Uniform Guidance (Room Crystal H)

24 Jul 18
2:35 PM - 3:25 PM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Charles Hester CGFM, CPA, CFE ; Maribel Langas Miller MPA, CGFM ; Nicole Waldeck PMP
The President’s Management Agenda (PMA) was released in March 2018. This session will discuss the PMA Cross Agency Priority (CAP) Goal #8: Re... More...
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