May 1 - 2, 2008 • Ocean Creek Conference Center, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Conference early check-in Wednesday the 30^th, sessions begin Thursday the 1st.

Now in its 35th year, the IMA Carolinas Council's Annual Spring Accounting Conference continues to create exceptional value for attendees through a unique blend of tradition and innovation. Our Conference is designed to help accounting and finance staff professionals develop multiple competencies needed to compete in a global economy.

Who Should Attend: The 2008 Conference has something for all CPAs, CMAs, and other financial professionals in business and industry and is designed for your entire staff. Whether you're one of many financial professionals in your organization or you're the "OFO" (Only Financial Officer), you'll have the opportunity to think about -- and practice doing -- the kinds of things that will benefit your organization and your career.

Why You Should Attend: By participating in this year's Conference, your entire Finance team will develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities to address the issues dealing with global competition. Additionally, you can earn up to 16 hours of CPE credit through your choice of affordable packages:

·          Full 2-Day Package (16 Hours CPE Credit + breakfast and lunch both days + Fri. dinner): $329.00

·          Full Friday-Only Package (8 Hours CPE Credit + breakfast, lunch, and dinner): $249.00

·          Standard 2-Day Package (16 Hours CPE Credit + breakfast and lunch both days): $299.00

·          Standard Thursday-Only Package (8 Hours CPE Credit + breakfast and lunch): $209.00

·          Standard Friday-Only Package (8 Hours CPE Credit + breakfast and lunch): $219.00

·          Special 2-Day Package (16 Hours CPE Credit + Fri. dinner): $279.00

·          Special Friday-Only Package (8 Hours CPE Credit + dinner): $219.00

·          Limited 2-Day Package (16 Hours CPE Credit – no meals): $249.00

·          Limited Thursday-Only Package (8 Hours CPE Credit – no meals): $189.00

·          Limited Friday-Only Package (8 Hours CPE Credit – no meals): $189.00

·          Additional Meals may be purchased individually as follows: Thursday Continental Breakfast  $10.00, Thursday Lunch  $13.00, Thursday Dinner at House of blues $25.00 (Children Ages 4 – 12  $15.00, Age 3 & under free ), Friday Continental Breakfast  $10.00, Friday Lunch $23.00, Friday Dinner  $35.00 (Children Ages 4 – 12  $15.00, Age 3 & under free).

*** First-time attendee? Take $25 off registration fee. Late Registration? Add $20 after March 31. ***

Confirmed CPE Presenters:

·          Walter Pavlo, Jr. (Former mid-level MCI Communications executive): Stolen Without a Gun

·          Gary Mathes (Dixon Hughes, PLLC): Internal Controls/Forensic Accounting

·          Converse Chellis: South Carolina State Treasurer

·          Chip Hunt (PrimeTRUST Advisors): Fiduciary Responsibilities

·          Beanna Whitlock (Executive Director of the National Society of Tax Professionals): Taxes: Ethics and Due Diligence

·          Dan Hill and Debby Bloom: Excel Tips and Tricks – back by popular demand!

·          Dr. Frances Kennedy (Clemson University): Performance Management/Lean Accounting

·          Ann Elliott (Leadership Strategist, The Berkana Company LLC): How to Step out…Your Own Way

·          Robert Stamper (Hubble Lighting, Inc.): Top Down Ethics

***Please be advised that none of the CPE offered will fulfill the Ethics requirements as set forth by various state boards of accountancy.***

Adaptive Planning is a presenting sponsor of the Carolinas Council Spring Conference.  Please attend their booth throughout the conference.

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TO REGISTER, OR FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT www.CouncilOne.com