news briefs.Print, Radio Advertising Schedule for Spring Announced National print and network radio advertisements for the Institute's national image enhancement See image editing. campaign are starting up again later this month. At press time, the print schedule for spring was as follows: Business Week (weeks of Mar. 5, Mar. 19 and Apr. 2) and Time Top Management (weeks of Mar. 12 and Apr. 9). Radio ads can be heard on Westwood One Westwood One, Inc. (NYSE: WON) is the largest radio network in the United States based on programming quantity. It is based in the city of New York, and it is managed by CBS Radio, the radio arm of CBS Corporation. History The company was founded by Norman J. (CBS radio network The CBS Radio Network provides news, sports and other programming to more than 1,000 radio stations throughout the United States. The network is owned by the CBS Corporation, and operated by CBS Corporation's CBS Radio Inc. unit (formerly the Infinity Broadcasting Corporation). ) and ABC Radio ABC Radio is a broadcasting unit of Citadel Broadcasting Corporation.[1] ABC Radio was, from 1945 until 2007, the division of the American Broadcasting Company (ABC) focused on AM radio and FM radio broadcasting. Networks programs beginning in Mar. and ending in Apr. Supplementing the AICPA's advertising efforts are the radio, print and television spots run by state CPA (Computer Press Association, Landing, NJ) An earlier membership organization founded in 1983 that promoted excellence in computer journalism. Its annual awards honored outstanding examples in print, broadcast and electronic media. The CPA disbanded in 2000. societies. By participating in a new cooperative advertising program, 38 state societies were able to significantly boost their local media placements to increase the reach and frequency of advertising among key target audiences. ldesina@aicpa.org See .org. (networking) org - The top-level domain for organisations or individuals that don't fit any other top-level domain (national, com, edu, or gov). Though many have .org domains, it was never intended to be limited to non-profit organisations. RFC 1591. Members Offered Airline, Car Rental Discounts New deeply discounted airline fares (Zone Fares) that do not require a Saturday night stay over have been negotiated by the AICPA. These fares are available on all flights but are inventory controlled and require a one-night minimum stay. The discounts apply only when traveling to an AICPA-sponsored event (Council, boards, committees, subcommittees, and task forces). Some restrictions apply. We have also recently established a new agreement with Carlson Wagonlit Carlson Travel Network Carlson Travel Network can trace its origin back to a travel agency that was founded by Ward Forster in the United States in 1888 and named Ask Mr. Foster. Travel -- The Leaders Group. For assistance with travel arrangements, call them at 800/345-5540. If you prefer to make your own travel plans, mention the participating airline's reference number. Some restrictions may apply. Airline and car rental discounts are available only when you or your travel agent book through the 800 number. We strongly advise you confirm your conference registration and hotel reservation prior to making your travel plans. The AICPA is not liable for any penalties incurred if you cancel or change your airline reservations. Airline and Car Rental Information
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Make Sure Your Political Fortunes Are Not Left to Chance The political climate in Washington, D.C., is constantly in flux flux In metallurgy, any substance introduced in the smelting of ores to promote fluidity and to remove objectionable impurities in the form of slag. Limestone is commonly used for this purpose in smelting iron ores. . What does not change are the challenges and opportunities presented to the accounting profession by the federal legislative agenda. The profession's best defense in protecting its interests is the AICPA's Effective Legislation Committee (ELC ELC Early Learning Centre (UK) ELC Environmental Law Centre (Canada) ELC Environmental Learning Center (Vero Beach, FL) ELC Education Law Center ELC Early Learning Coalition ) -- the Institute's political action committee. To function effectively, it needs to be funded by you and your fellow CPAs. What would happen if the profession as a unified whole was not politically active? The passage of just one bill in the U.S. Congress can have a major impact on our future. For example, what if securities litigation An action brought in court to enforce a particular right. The act or process of bringing a lawsuit in and of itself; a judicial contest; any dispute. When a person begins a civil lawsuit, the person enters into a process called litigation. reform legislation or the taxpayer confidentiality privilege had never been passed? The ELC gives you a strong voice in Washington. It receives contributions from individual members and every dollar you personally contribute will go directly to candidates' campaigns. It is the most effective tool to give you the opportunity to ensure that what is being legislated in Washington is consistent with your professional business interests. Join forces with your colleagues who share your business interests to maximize the profession's political clout in the nation's capital. You can make a difference by simply sending a personal check payable to the AICPA ELC to Lisa Dinackus at AICPA, 1455 Pennsylvania Avenue Pennsylvania Avenue is a street in Washington, D.C. joining the White House and the United States Capitol. Called "America's Main Street," it is the location of official parades and processions, as well as protest marches and civilian protests. , NW, Washington, DC 20004-1081. (Contributions are strictly voluntary; they also are not tax deductible That which may be taken away or subtracted. In taxation, an item that may be subtracted from gross income or adjusted gross income in determining taxable income (e.g., interest expenses, charitable contributions, certain taxes). for federal income tax purposes.) CPA Letter Supplements Available To obtain any of the member-segment supplements produced this month with The CPA Letter: Dial 201/938-3787 from a fax machine and key in document nos.: large firms, 1550; medium firms, 1551; small firms, 1552; business & industry, 1553; internal audit, 1554; government, 1555; and education, 1556. www.aicpa.org/pubs/cpaltr/index.htm |
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