Continuing Education For Accounting Professionals

RES will offer Continuing Education credits for many sessions. Review the FAQ below to review the process and qualifications. View the Agenda and use the CPE filter to see which sessions qualify for CPE credits. 

 

Agenda

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I earn CPE credits at the RES 2025 Summit?

Yes. Many of the breakout sessions are eligible for CPE credits. Total CPE credits will be based on the final conference agenda, but the full program will be worth a minimum of 20 CPE credits.

How do I request a CPE Certificate to prove I earned credits?

Upon entry to a session, your name badge will be scanned. The QR code on the badge is connected to your registration information. Within 30 days of the Summit concluding, you will be emailed a certificate of attendance with session details. If you have not received it please check your spam folder and email lauryn@ncaied.org.

How do I keep track of the credits I earn at this conference?

Sessions that have been scanned throughout the Summit, will appear in your attendee portal during the event. These sessions will also be included on the Certificate of Attendance that will be emailed to you within 30 days of the Summit concluding. If you are missing a session from your attendee portal, please visit the registration desk for assistance. Each session is 50 minutes, which is worth one credit.

Do I have to sign in at each session?

Yes, you will be scanned upon entrance into a session. To receive credit for all the sessions and instruction time you attend, you must be scanned within 10 minutes of the session start time. You must also indicate if you entered the session late or left early. In accordance with NASBA requirements, a NCAIED/RES staff member will be on-site in each room to monitor attendance.

I forgot to have my badge scanned during one of the sessions; do I still have a chance to complete this task?

Please come to the registration escalation desk and speak to a NCAIED staff member about this.

 

General program information:

The program level is intermediate, no advanced preparation is required, and the delivery method is Group-Live. Program prerequisites are generally a basic understanding of current issues confronting Indian country. 

Learning Objectives

Following are the learning objectives related to those CPE-eligible sessions at this conference: 

• Discuss the importance of developing skills and career pathways in computer science (CS) and tech throughout Indian Country, highlighting programs and opportunities for Native communities. Focus on building strategies, effectively communicating impact, and collaboration among Native CS and tech education organizations, tribal communities, and tribal enterprises.
• Buying or selling a business is always a complex process, and it becomes even more complicated when the target company holds 8(a) contracts. This panel will explore the specific regulatory requirements that govern the change in ownership of 8(a) contracts, as well as changes in control of companies with current or former 8(a) status.
• Learn financial management by providing valuable insights into bookkeepers and Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) roles.
• Delve into the critical aspects of managing cash flow when considering the acquisition of a business for Tribal Entities. Explore the importance of meticulous financial planning, assessing the current cash position, optimizing working capital, securing financing options, and evaluating culture fit. Learn how to mitigate risks, ensure liquidity, and make informed financial decisions throughout the business acquisition process.
• Understand the problems that Tribal citizen entrepreneurs face in starting up a business within a tribal community. Learn about the benefits of promoting tribal citizen enterprises for the betterment of a tribal community and economy; Identify barriers that tribal entrepreneurs often face when starting up a business; and provide solutions to overcome those barriers by sharing stories of collaborative practices that tribal government leaders can implement to cultivate a healthy tribal entrepreneurial ecosystem.
• Learn about the current funding landscape for Tribal projects and the role of Native financial institutions within it. Showcases successful case studies where partnerships have led to significant community impacts. Explore actionable strategies for fostering stronger financial collaborations that align with Tribal sovereignty and economic aspirations.
• Learn about USDA's range of programs that can help Tribes, Tribally-owned businesses, and Tribal member-owned businesses. Programs that help finance infrastructure, economic development, and housing.
• This session focuses on innovative approaches and forward-thinking strategies with AI. Learn how to revolutionize not only your own business but also that of your customers, facilitating adaptation to future challenges.
• Discuss best practices in recruiting, hiring, and employee retention. Views on establishing the culture and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and has equal opportunities.
• This session will give participants an overview of how they can apply Native Nation rebuilding strategies to their work in Tribal finance and ultimately grow their nation’s capacity to exercise sovereignty.
• Baker Tilly will moderate a panel of Tribal stakeholders in terms of their direct experience navigating the Inflation Reduction Act and what they see going forward as it relates to future opportunities due to this legislation.
• Join United South and Eastern Tribes’ Tribal Infrastructure Development Program to learn more about how Tribal Nations can engage in Nation Rebuilding through infrastructure development opportunities under the recently enacted Inflation Reduction Act.
• Clean energy projects are pivotal for the well-being of Native communities. Native Community Development Financial Institutions (NCDFIs) are well-suited to support the financing needs of clean energy customers. This session will delve into the advantages of utilizing loan products, emphasizing the speed and reliability they provide compared to the often unpredictable nature of grants.
• The panel will give an overview of the commercial loan products available to finance a wide array of projects throughout Indian Country. The discussion will focus on what type of guaranty programs are available to business owners (BIA, SBA, USDA, HUD, NMTC, and LIHTC) and how they work with Native-owned businesses that are located on and off reservations.
• This session will present updates on the top federal policy initiatives to advance business, economic, infrastructure, or other development interests of Indian Country. 
• This session proposes an overview of the mission and vision of Kituwah, LLC and how the partnership with Experiential Ventures and Authentic Brands Group to form Sports Illustrated Resorts brings the mission and vision to life.  Learn how other tribes can enter the global hospitality industry via a partnership with Sports Illustrated Resorts. What are the vehicles and expected returns.
• Analyzing historical impacts of tax-exempt bond restrictions, legislative efforts aimed at achieving tribal bonding parity, and how increasing access to tax-exempt bonds will benefit tribal economies.
• Participate in an overview of the Navajo Nation CEDS, the economic planning process, and the role of data integration within a Tribal setting through robust interactive discussions on using data intentionally to support Tribal economic strategies.
• Learn business planning and insight on writing a plan that gets funding, attracts investors, and guides your business down the right path. Learn about financial tools to use, where to find information, and how to use new AI to make your plan better.
• Analyze shifts in the federal marketplace and stay ahead of the curve. Learn strategies to take advantage of statutory and regulatory changes while minimizing negative impacts. Understand the impact of changes to develop business strategies for the new and changing federal contracting environment.

Please visit www.ncaied.org for the full program agenda, registration information, etc. If you have questions regarding CPE credits, or for more information regarding refund, compliance, and program cancellation policies, please contact Lauryn Ross at Lauryn@ncaied.org.

 

Reviewing Organization:

NCAIED is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.