The Business & Energy Conference is now bigger and better than ever! This year, we’ve merged two major events into one expanded experience:
• Business & Industry Conference • Energy Conference
With this powerful combination, the event offers even more opportunities for learning and networking. Sessions span both tracks, giving you the chance to connect with professionals across diverse sectors—including key decision-makers and industry influencers. This is your opportunity to broaden your knowledge, strengthen your network, and gain insights from some of the brightest minds in business and energy.
As part of your registration, you’ll also receive a free ticket to the Annual Meeting Lunch on Friday, where we’ll welcome new leadership and look ahead to the future of the profession. It’s a great chance to engage with your peers and hear what’s ahead for the industry. Don’t leave early—Friday night is the 1st Annual Ledgers & Legends Ball at the Ritz-Carlton. This exciting, black-tie optional event is all about celebrating the accomplishments of CPAs in a fun, festive setting. Expect an unforgettable evening of connection and celebration!
Click the agenda tab at the top of this page to view sessions, speakers, and times. When registering, you’ll select your sessions to help us plan room sizes, but feel free to attend any session you choose on the day of the event.
Notice
HOTEL INFORMATION Business & Energy attendees get exclusive rates on rooms for this event:
The Ritz Carlton New Orleans 921 Canal St. New Orleans, LA 70112 504.524.1331 Exclusive Rate: Only $159/night! Book by July 23!
Sponsorship is a great way to connect with CPA professionals and increase your visibility within the community. To learn more or recommend a sponsor, contract Diedra Allen at dallen@louisiana.cpa or click here for more information.
Ruby Sponsor
Lanyard Sponsor
August 15, 2025
General Session
8:00am
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9:30am
State Economic Update
This session is available to registrants only.
Breakout Session
9:50am
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10:40am
Business Accounting Update (BIC)
This session is available to registrants only.
9:50am
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10:40am
COPAS Update (EC)
This session is available to registrants only.
Breakout Session
10:45am
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11:35am
Department of Natural Resources Update (EC)
This session is available to registrants only.
10:45am
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11:35am
The State of Insurance in Louisiana: Challenges, Solutions and the Path Forward (BIC)
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
12:35pm
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2:05pm
AI & Cybersecurity
This session is available to registrants only.
Breakout Session
2:25pm
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3:25pm
From Chaos to Clarity: Real-World Challenges and Solutions in Data Validation, Transformation and Management (BIC)