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Technology Influences the Accounting Profession

April 17, 2006
New York, New York
AICPA Information Technology Conference "TECH 2006" June 12-14

See how technology is being used to create new opportunities at this year's TECH 2006, the AICPA Information Technology Conference, taking place June 12-14, 2006 in Austin, TX. With rapidly evolving technology practices, the conference presents pressing topics such as security, staffing, SOX, Microsoft Excel, paperless best practices, Adobe for accountants and more. Created exclusively for CPA technologists (Business and Industry IT professionals, IT consultants, and CPA firm IT leaders), TECH 2006 combines the latest information and education on new products, solutions, practice management and leadership. Hundreds of the accounting profession's CPAs and IT managers will learn tangible solutions for increasing efficiency, productivity and profitability.

Often referred to as "Silicon Ranch," Austin provides a tech rich backyard with IBM, Dell and Texas Instruments nearby. Close to the host hotel - the Hilton Austin - are 150 live music venues resonating from the Sixth Street and Warehouse entertainment districts.

Tech 2006 includes a roster of top industry speakers, including keynote speaker Frank Muehleman, Vice President, Dell Home and Small Business Division.

"The conference will provide a balance of technical, management and strategic sessions focused on technology and how to use it to have real impact in CPA practices, for consultants and their clients, and in industry," says Frank Muehleman.

New in 2006 — Tech Vendor Showcases: See, learn and discuss the "Latest and Greatest" with showcase sessions that highlight product advancements and innovations from leading developers of technology, designed for the CPA marketplace. Those who use technology, recommend technology or approve payment for technology, whether in industry, consulting or public practice will leave with a solid understanding of new solutions for improving efficiency and profitability.

About CPA2Biz

CPA2Biz is a subsidiary of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), and provides marketing and technology services to the AICPA for its wide array of products and services, such as continuing education, conferences and professional literature. CPA2Biz also develops and manages client-focused business solutions programs (e.g. payroll, banking) that enable CPAs to build stronger relationships with their business clients or employers. For more information, visit www.cpa2biz.com.

About the American Institute of CPAs

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants is the national, professional association of CPAs, with approximately 330,000 members, including CPAs in business and industry, public practice, government, and education. It sets ethical standards for the profession and U.S. auditing standards for audits of private companies; federal, state and local governments; and non-profit organizations. It also develops and grades the Uniform CPA Examination.

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