CPE Catalog & Events

In today’s fast-paced world, controllers and finance leaders must navigate constant change while driving innovation and success. The Controllers Conference is your chance to tackle key challenges, explore emerging trends, and build a stronger future for your organization. Connect with industry peers, sharpen your strategy, and walk away with tools to elevate your leadership and financial expertise. Agenda will be posted soon!

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In today’s fast-paced world, controllers and finance leaders must navigate constant change while driving innovation and success. The Controllers Conference is your chance to tackle key challenges, explore emerging trends, and build a stronger future for your organization. Connect with industry peers, sharpen your strategy, and walk away with tools to elevate your leadership and financial expertise. Agenda will be posted soon!

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This event is limited to full- and part-time educators and adjuncts and is designed to support their vital contributions to the future of the profession. It is made possible through the support of LCPA and our generous sponsors.The Accounting Educators Workshop brings together Louisiana educators to exchange knowledge and collaborate to find new ways to push the CPA profession forward. AGENDA8:30-8:55 am Registration & Continental Breakfast 8:55-9:00am Welcome Christine Smith, CPAChair, Accounting Education Issues Committee9:00-9:50amNew Pathways for Future CPAs (panel)Moderator: David Zoller, LCPA Director of Government & Political Affairs Jeremy Thibodaux, CPA, CFE, Member at Large, LCPA Board of Directors and Assurance & Advisory Practice Leader at Ericksen Krentel, LLP in New OrleansKandace Mauldin, CPA, CGMA, Member, State Board of CPAs of Louisiana and CFO at Terrebonne Parish Consolidated GovernmentIn addition to the existing education and experience pathways, a new path is in the works that allows Louisiana students to qualify for licensure with a baccalaureate degree with an accounting concentration plus two years of supervised work experience. Representatives from LCPA and the State Board will discuss the timeline for proposed state legislation and expected implementation. Find out how to advise your students on choosing the path that best fits their career plans, while maintaining the integrity of the CPA.9:50-10:10am Break10:10-11:00amNavigating the CPA Examination (panel)Moderator: Jennifer Zerangue Mistretta, CPAJoe Maslott, CPA, Director – Content Management – Examinations, AICPA Kyle Barrier, Associate Director of International Evaluation Services, NASBA AICPA and NASBA representatives will cover many important topics including: the CPA Exam process, administration, international candidate administration, CPA Evolution Updates, CPA Exam resources, and hot topics. Bring your questions!11:00am-12:00pmAI in the Classroom: Educators’ Response (panel)Moderator: Christine Smith, CPABlaine Fisher, PhD, MS, MA, NRP, PG-Cert Tulane University School of Professional Advancement Andrew Schwarz, PhD Stephenson Department of Entrepreneurship & Information Systems, LSU Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping accounting education. This session helps accounting educators understand how AI is being used in today’s classrooms and what it means for teaching, learning, and student preparedness. Participants will explore current trends, practical tools, and instructional techniques for integrating AI in ways that support critical thinking and academic rigor. The workshop also addresses key ethical considerations—including academic integrity, bias, transparency, and responsible use—equipping educators to set clear expectations and policies. Attendees will leave with practical insights and ideas for confidently and responsibly incorporating AI into their courses.12:00-12:30pm Lunch12:30-2:00pmAI Deep Dive – The Profession’s Response (panel)Moderator: Adena LeJeune, CPADerek Foret, CPA, Partner, Hannis T. Bourgeois, LLP • Baton Rouge Nicolaus D. Simon, CPA, Partner, Darnall Sikes & Frederick • Lafayette Maggie Perrien, Director, Assurance Director - Professional Practice Group, PwC • New Orleans Building on the classroom conversation, this panel brings together CPA firm leaders to share how AI is being used in practice today. Panelists will discuss real-world applications across firm services, emerging ethical considerations, and the skills they expect graduates to bring into the workplace. Educators will gain direct insight into how accounting programs can better align curriculum with firm needs and prepare students to use AI responsibly and effectively from day one.2:00-2:10pm Break2:10-3:00pm AI Deep Dive – The Profession’s Response (continued) ETHICS FOR LOUISIANA CPAs (Non-Public)PLUS: We're offering an ethics course the day before (March 26) so you can knock out your 2026 ethics CPE requirement in the same trip. Separate registration and fee required. EVENT LOCATION City Club at River Ranch 1100 Camellia Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70508NEED A ROOM?Carriage House Hotel 603 Silverstone RdLafayette, LA 70508Call 337.769.8400 to make a reservation.