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LOCATION: The Ritz-Carlton\, New Orleans (New Orleans\, 70112)
SUMMARY: 2026 Beyond Conference
DESCRIPTION: Leadership doesn't begin with a title. It begins with a willingness to grow.The Beyond Conference was created by the Strategic Planning Committee for professionals who are ready to think bigger\, lead boldly\, and prepare for what's next. This conference will bring together emerging professionals\, experienced CPAs\, finance leaders\, and firm teams.As technology transforms the profession and the pace of change continues to accelerate\, the organizations that thrive will be those that invest in developing leaders at every level. Through conversations on leadership\, AI\, communication\, strategy\, and personal growth\, attendees will leave with fresh perspective\, stronger connections\, and renewed confidence to make an impact wherever they are in their careers.Bring one person and they'll return with new ideas. Bring your team\, and you'll build a shared vision for what's next.Rise. Lead. Inspire.\n  \nWe are still busy finalizing the amazing agenda for 2026 but below you can see a preview of what is in the works.8:30–9:20 a.m.7 Habits of Highly Effective PeopleJoe ZancoJoe revisits the principles for personal and professional effectiveness from Stephen Covey’s best-selling book\, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.9:20–10:10 a.m.Having a Growth MindsetJeremy Thibodeaux10:10–10:30 a.m.Break10:30–11:20 a.m.Building Your Personal Brand: Including Social MediaBridget Kaigler11:20 a.m.–12:10 p.m.Leading Across Generations: Bridging Perspectives\, Expectations\, and Communication StylesMag Bickford12:10–1:10 p.m.Lunch1:10–2:00 p.m.Leading Through AI\, Automation &amp\; ChangeJan LewisExplore leadership in a rapidly changing profession\, including:• Strategy in a changing market: adapting to consolidation\, specialization\, and competition• What the next five years will demand: talent\, technology\, and client expectations• Navigating through change2:00–2:50 p.m.Relationship BuildingJulie Couret2:50–3:10 p.m.Break3:10–4:25 p.m.Leadership Panel: Lessons Learned Serving in LeadershipModerator: Julie CouretPanelists: Craig Stevens\, Michael Hecht and Catherine Roe4:25–4:50 p.m.Words of Wisdom\n  
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