Securing Succession: Navigating High-Interest Environments Post-Pandemic
VirtualTuesday, November 14 | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm CST | 1.0 CPE From feeling apprehensive due to looming high interest rates, recession concerns and the broader economic landscape, join our experts as we dive into the intricacies of succession planning in a post-pandemic landscape. We will explore the profound impact of these economic shifts …
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Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act: Preparing for New Compliance Requirements
VirtualWednesday, November 29 | 8:00 am - 9:00 am CST | 1.0 HRCI The new Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers (PLFAW) Act, which mandates paid leave "for any reason" for employees, will take effect on January 1, 2024. The requirements under this Act present major changes for employers in Illinois, and organizations should act …
Harnessing Stability: The Role of Internal Controls in State and Local Government
VirtualThursday, November 30 | 8:00 am - 9:00 am CST | 1.0 CPE State and local governments face unique challenges in today's financial landscape, from budget constraints to the need …
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Building a Dream Team: Strategies for Effective Interviewing and Hiring
VirtualWednesday, December 6 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CST | 1.0 CPE | 1.0 HRCI From talent shortages to employee retention challenges, hiring teams have needed to adapt their recruiting strategies while staying agile in response to changing workforce dynamics and market conditions. From the very first touchpoint in the interview process, there are …
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Strategies for a Successful Employee Benefit Plan Audit
VirtualWednesday, January 17, 2024 | 11:30am - 12:30pm CST | 1.0 CPE Over the past few years, numerous organizations have faced challenges leading to a range of errors and compliance issues within employee benefit plans. Many organizations do not have documented procedures on controls surrounding their payroll and other plan administration practices. When there is …
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Making the Most of the Microsoft 365 Modern Workplace Webinar
Microsoft 365 (M365) is a power cloud platform designed to help you pursue your passion and run your business. More than just apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, the Microsoft 365 “Modern Workplace” brings together best-in-class productivity apps with powerful cloud services, device management, and advanced security in one, connected experience. Join us on Wednesday, January 24th …
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Sikich Women + Wealth Leadership Series: Balancing Work and Wellness to Achieve Mindful Leadership
VirtualTuesday, January 25 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM CST Sikich's Women and Wealth Leadership Series, hosted by Marie Marks, is returning in January to cover a topic we can all relate to: Balancing Work and Wellness to Achieve Mindful Leadership. Jennifer Chapman, best-selling author and Certified Mindset Coach, will discuss strategies for prioritizing wellness in …
2024 Higher Education Forum
VirtualTuesday, January 30 - February 1st, 2024 Sikich's leading team of experts will host a three-day virtual forum around topics of high relevance within the higher education industry. Our topics will include: GASB and FASB updates AI technology use Planned Giving Campaigns, and more Register Now >>>
Uncovering the Cybersecurity Landscape and How to Reduce Your Organization’s Cyber Risk Webinar
In Arctic Wolf’s 2023 Trends Report, we learned that almost half of all organizations are hit by ransomware. And of those hit 74% paid the ransom, either the full amount, a negotiated lower amount, or payment through an insurance company. All this to say, ransomware isn’t going anywhere. While the incidents at large organizations make …
Leave the Madness for Basketball: Executing a Full Court Press on GLBA Compliance
VirtualWednesday, March 6 | 1:00 - 2:00 PM CST | 1.0 CPE With the new Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) in effect, how well has your school conformed to the changes? In this webinar, Sikich experts will get you up to speed on the new requirements and identify common issues we've seen. You'll walk away with knowledge …
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Accounting & Reporting Congress 2024 in Philadelphia
Hilton at Penn's Landing Philadelphia, PASpeaking Session: Generative AI and Predictive Tools of the Future | Thursday, March 28 at 8:45AM EST The role of new technology to generate insights for forecasting and streamlined processes The use of machine learning to optimize report analysis Advanced analytics - predictive and predictive analytics insights that aid in more efficient data management Sikich …
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You’ve Been Breached Lunch and Learn
Wildfire Restaurant 1250 E. Higgins Rd, Schaumburg, IL, United StatesWe are excited to invite you to our upcoming lunch and learn, "You’ve Been Breached: An Interactive Incident Response Simulation." This interactive simulation will engage the audience and task them with navigating the many challenges associated with suffering a security incident that results in a major data breach. Join us on March 27, 2024 at …
Microsoft Copilot for Sales: Streamlining Sales Through Technology
Register now for this upcoming webinar that will explore the game-changing capabilities of Microsoft Copilot for Sales. Are your sales teams struggling to keep up with the demands of their job? One of the biggest challenges they face is the amount of time they spend on administrative tasks, such as manual data entry into their …
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2024 Yellowbook Webinar Series: Forensic Valuation and Fraud
VirtualThe proper handling of a suspicion of fraud is an essential skill for finance professionals - especially in government situations. In this session, our experts will: Offer a deep dive into our Fraud Incident Protocol Empower attendees to "think like a cop" Explain the necessary steps to get from suspicion to resolution This event is …
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Community Summit NA Roadshow – Minneapolis
Community Summit NA is hitting the road for a Roadshow in Minneapolis! Are you looking for a day of insights and networking that could benefit your business? Join Sikich in Minneapolis, Minnesota for an exciting user group meeting that you won't want to miss. This local event is open to all Microsoft Business application users …
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2024 Economic Update for Manufacturers
VirtualWednesday, April 24 | 8:00 - 9:00 AM CDT | 1.0 CPE Join us for our 2024 economic update with guest speaker Michael Weidokal. Michael will provide an assessment of the current state of the U.S. and global economy, as well as the near-term and long-term outlook for the domestic and international economy. He will …
Accounting System Considerations: What Every Organization Should Know
VirtualRunning a not-for-profit organization can be complex, and is often done so with limited resources, tight budgets and strict regulations. To overcome these challenges, every not-for-profit must have a strong financial accounting software that helps streamline operations and drive success. Is your accounting solution meeting your organization's needs? If not, it's time to evaluate. Join …
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From Legislation to Action: A Deep Dive into California Senate Bill 553 and Workplace Violence Prevention
Wednesday, April 24 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM PDT California Senate Bill No. 553 was signed into law in September 2023, and with it, Section 6401.9 was added to the California Labor code, mandating nearly all California employers to adopt a workplace violence prevention plan by July 1, 2024. Join Matt Doherty, nationally recognized expert …
Making the Most of the Microsoft 365 Modern Workplace Lunch and Learn
Maggiano's Little Italy 240 Oakbrook Ctr, Oak Brook, IL, United StatesMicrosoft 365 (M365) is a powerful cloud platform designed to help you pursue your passion and run your business. More than just apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, the Microsoft 365 “Modern Workplace” brings together best-in-class productivity apps with powerful cloud services, device management, and advanced security in one, connected experience. Also, with Microsoft Copilot for …
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Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or FSCM: Which is Right for Me?
Are you currently evaluating a new ERP system or considering a transition from your current Microsoft ERP product to the cloud? Join our Dynamics 365 webinar to learn which Dynamics
