Ohio Society recognized for excellence.

The Ohio Society of CPAs was recognized by the Ohio Society of Association Executives (OSAE) for excellence on a variety of initiatives. The Ohio Society of CPAs received Achievement Awards in the following categories:

* Associations Advance Ohio -- Sarbanes-Oxley for Not-for-Profits campaign

* Meetings -- 2003 Members Summit

* Government Relations -- Ohio CPA/PAC Fundraising Campaign

* One-time Publications -- Student Membership Brochure and Application

* Education -- 2003 Practitioners Symposium

* Membership -- The Member Initiatives Program

* Technology -- 535metro, LLC

* Public Relations Campaign -- The State of Ohio Business Poll

OSAE is a statewide organization dedicated towards the advancement of associations in Ohio. The Achievement Awards are given in August during OSAE's Annual Conference.

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