Join us at MGI North America’s 2023 Annual Conference. Connect with member firms from across the United States and Canada and around the world. There will be ample opportunities to catch-up with friends, network, learn and be inspired – all while you enjoy the spirit and excitement of Las Vegas.
The conference takes place after AICPA & CIMA ENGAGE 23 in Las Vegas.
There is a two-step registration process:
- Register on Eventbrite.
- Book a hotel room. The group rate is $219/night if you book before Tuesday, May 9, 2023. It increases significantly after that.
2023 Annual North America Conference
When
Date: Wednesday, June 7 to Friday, June 9, 2023
Where
Wynn Las Vegas 3131 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
AGENDA
(updated June 1, 2023)
Wednesday, June 7
Las Vegas arrival day with flexible arrival times and free time for networking @ the Wynn pool and hotel lounges
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Welcome reception with hors d’oeuvres and libations at La Cave. They have a dress code: casual business attire – no tshirts, flip-flops, shorts or athletic wear.
Thursday, June 8
7:30 am – 9:00 am: Registration, group breakfast in Alsace conference room, networking with members and sponsors
9:00 am – 9:30 am: Welcome – Joe Tarasco
9:30 am – 10:00 am: NA and International Leadership – Listen to insights on what to expect in 2023 to continue the strategic plan
10:00 am – 10:20 am: Break: Networking with members and sponsors
10:20 am – 11:00 am: State of Accounting Industry: Key Practice Management Issues – Presented by Joe Tarasco
11:00 am – 12:30 pm: Practice Management Roundtable Discussions on Employee Retention and Training/Onboarding. Lead by Joe Tarasco.
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm: Lunch and networking with members and sponsors
1:30 pm – 2:00 pm: Stop Turning Away Work! – The Talent Shortage with Frank Tirelli of alliantgroup
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Team building and group photo
4:00 pm – 4:30 pm: Sponsor introductions
4:30 pm: Break: Networking with members and sponsors
5:30 pm – 7:30pm: Cocktail reception with hors d’oeuvres and libations at the patio overlooking the pool
Friday, June 9
7:30 am – 9:00 am: Group breakfast in Alsace conference room, networking with members and sponsors
9:00 am – 10:00 am: Nancy Damato, NA Marketing Director, and Maxine Brock, MGI Worldwide Marketing Director: How MGI’s marketing resources can assist member firms in attracting staff, partners, and M&A candidates.
10:00 am – 10:30 am: Sponsors – Presentations on the latest products and services for public accounting firms
10:30 am – 10:45 am: Break: Networking with members and sponsors
10:45 am – 11:15 am: Dan Geltrude of Geltrude & Company addresses the CPA Staffing Shortage
11:15 am – 12:45 pm: Tax Roundtable Discussions on Software/AI and Outsourcing. Lead by Andy Bautista, Partner in Charge of Wright Ford Young
12:45 pm – 1:45 pm: Lunch and networking with members and sponsors
12:45 pm – 1:45 pm: Women Who Lead lunch on the patio. Facilitated by Nancy Damato, NA Marketing Director, and Maxine Brock, MGI Worldwide Marketing Director
1:45 pm – 2:00 pm: The benefits of MGI and Mackrell International with Nigel Rowley, Managing Partner, Mackrell.Solicitors
2:00 pm – 2:30pm: Sponsor presentations
2:30 pm – 3:15 pm: Committees and Special Groups: The Chairpersons and Committee members for the A&A, Tax, Management of Accounting Practices, and Managing Partners Committees will discuss their 2023 goals and objectives. Special group members will also address the Group.
3:15 pm – 3:45 pm: 2023 AGM and address by Chris Borneman, CEO, MGI Worldwide
3:45 pm: Closing remarks and Q&A by Joe Tarasco
FEES
General Sessions (3-days): $1,700.00 – Attend the conference on Wednesday, June 7, Thursday, June 8 and Friday, June 9, 2023.
Accompanying Guest (2-days): $600.00 – Bring a spouse or friend. They can join us for breakfast on Thursday, June 8 and Friday, June 9, 2023. And evening events on Wednesday, June 7 and Thursday, June 8.
CPE
Approximately 8 CPE Credits will be earned for attending the entire conference.
FAQS
- Who can I contact about the conference? Yvonne Lee, MGI NA Marketing Manager, yvonne.lee@mgiworld.com (725) 780-8975
- Who can I contact about hotel rooms? Tammy Pham, Wynn Conference Services Manager tammy.pham@wynnlasvegas.com (702) 770-2739
- Do you have a map of the Wynn property? Click here for the map. The conference is taking place in the Alsace conference room.
- How do I contact the Concierge at the Wynn? Call (702) 770-7070 for help booking spa treatments, show tickets, golf, etc. on the Wynn and Encore properties.
