CPE         CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION FORUM

FORUM                  Sponsored by American International College and

                                                                                MassMutual Financial Group

 

SEE NOTE BELOW REGARDING CHANGE IN LOCATION ON AIC CAMPUS

 

04/24/07          Living the Life You Want in Your Own Home as a Senior

                        Karen Dolan Curran, Financial Services Professional, New York Life Insurance

                        Linda Tucker and Nora MacKay, Sovereign Bank

Senior citizens too often find they have few resources for living comfortably in the home of their choice.  It doesn’t have to be that way.  With a little advance planning with long-term care insurance, reverse mortgages, and creative and safe traditional mortgages, seniors can live where they choose, with dignity and peace of mind for themselves and their families.

 

05/01/07          Health Care Reform in Massachusetts

Paul Roberts, Wellington Benefit Consultants, Northampton, MA

The significant changes taking place in health care in Massachusetts will be discussed, as will the related impact on small businesses.

 

05/08/07          The Impact of Volatile Returns on Retirement Income

                        Stuart Littler, Senior VP, John Hancock

                        Michael Pici, Financial Advisor, UBS Financial Services

This workshop begins by discussing the basics of retirement products and proceeds to an overview of variable annuities through the use of case studies.  Advanced topics of guaranteed minimum withdrawal benefits and required minimum distributions will also be explored. 

 

05/15/07          Professional Ethics Update

                        John Armstrong, CPA Sponsored by the MSCPA

NOT PART OF THE CPE FORUM, this seminar qualifies for the 4 mandatory credits of Ethics.  This program will be held in the morning at the Sheraton in Springfield and costs $130 for MSCPA members ($150 for non-members.  You can register by calling (800) 392-6145 or online at www.mscpaonline.org/cpe.  This program will include a review of independence and ethics rules of the Massachusetts State Board of Accountancy.

 

05/22/07          Gas & Oil Investments

                        Matthew Iak, National Sales Director, US Energy Development Corporation

                        Sponsored by the Financial Consulting Group

Come hear about the great advantages of tax and oil investments and how they work with the tax codes.  See how invested dollars can qualify for 100% tax write-off.

 

05/29/07          Collaborative Approach to Grow Your Business:  Business growth strategies without the pressure of selling

Ravi Kulkarni and Lynn Turner, Executive/Business Coaches and Business Growth Strategists with Clear Vision Alliance

Most professionals feel passionate about their chosen line of work and are very good at what they do.  However, selling their services is not usually a source of enjoyment and can be outside their comfort level.  In today’s fast paced, globally competitive business world, status quo is not an option for any business; either you are falling behind or leading the pack.  This session will explore the abundance of opportunities through collaboration for business development and growth … without the pressure of selling!

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Sessions are held at American International College in the Courniotes Hall Auditorium at the Health Science Complex (corner of Homer & State Streets) from 3:00 to 6:00 and are offered for a fixed $30 fee for all or any part of the five-week series.  Contact Jo Sarnelli, CPA, 162 Sumner Avenue, Springfield, MA at (413) 746-9067 or info@cpeForum.org for more information.