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Whitmer Administration Announces Launching of Michigan Small Emerging Manager Program

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks today announced the launching of a new program that provides smaller investment fund managers an opportunity to grow by managing state pension fund dollars.

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Municipalities and Cybersecurity

MICPA member Gregory Soule, CPA, CISA, CISSP, CFE and partner in charge of IT audit, security and consulting services for Andrews Hooper Pavik PLC discusses the need to rethink cybersecurity priorities within municipalities. From municipalities and public utilities managing critical infrastructure to public colleges and universities, government organization are quickly becoming a common target for cyber criminals.

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Want to Achieve a Huge Goal?

Most of us love setting goals. But our goals rarely love us back. Partly that's because setting a goal is easy. Getting started--much less sticking with--the steps required to achieve that goal is infinitely harder. Especially if you don't take your personality into account. Take fitness and weight loss, a goal common to plenty of people. Setting the goal is easy.

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LARA Grants CPA Exam Extension Following Discussions with MICPA

During the January State Board of Accountancy meeting, the issue of students losing CPA credits was raised. In response, the MICPA followed up with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) directly to discuss options.

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CPA Real Talk: Driving Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Accounting

MICPA Member Robyn Fuller, CPA, CGMA and children’s book author discusses options for driving diversity within the profession and how it all comes back to early exposure. A member of the MICPA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Task Force and Emerging Leaders Task Force, Robyn provides insight on why African American students avoid accounting and what those who are truly passionate about diversity can do to make a real impact.

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The Critical Thing Entrepreneurs Rarely Consider

Founders spend years of planning, focus and attention building their business, but fall short when it comes to succession planning.

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7 Tips to Keep Client Data Safe During this Work-from-Home Tax Season

To keep client data safe when working from home this tax season, it is important to understand potential risks when sharing information electronically, and how to manage these risks effectively. Consider the following.

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MICPA Ethics Committee Chair Honored as Top Thought Leader in 2021

As we continue to introduce our members to one another, this week the MICPA recognizes its Ethics Committee Chair Susan E. Bos, CMA, CPA, CFE. The Trust Across America Top Thought Leaders in Trust Awards honor those whose efforts significantly increase societal trust and have honored Susan in its 11th season for her contributions through years of dedicated service.

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White House Prioritizes Smallest Businesses With Remaining PPP Funds

Throughout the pandemic U.S. policy makers have worked to mitigate the economic impact of nationwide shutdowns to the business community. However, in their attempt to ensure emergency funding is distributed to those that need it, certain measures to mitigate fraud and equitably assign Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans resulted in many struggling businesses getting passed over. Yesterday, President Biden announced new measures to ensure the smallest businesses in America have access to funds.

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Five Banana Breads to Make Your Tuesday Tastier

Today is National Banana Bread Day, in case you didn’t already know, and the MICPA has tracked down five of the highest rated banana breads across the web. Celebrate this multifaceted treat and discover the loaf of your life with these a-peeling banana bread recipes!

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