Management faculty member to be featured in seminar

April 7, 2016

Andrea Miller

University of Alaska Fairbanks accounting instructor Amy Cooper will participate in a seminar about how young certified public accountants can be leaders. The seminar will be webcast from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 21.

Cooper is one of two CPAs selected for the seminar by host Barry Melancon, president and CEO of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. The event will also feature Michael Elliott, a CPA and principal with Dittrick CPA in Burton, Ohio.

During the webcast, the trio will:

• Identify significant trends and issues driving change within the profession.


• Discuss the most important leadership attributes young CPAs must exhibit to lead.


• Explore specific actions young CPAs can take in the near future to make an impact.

The webcast is free. Anyone who is interested can register for the event online. The seminar qualifies for one hour of continuing professional education credit.

Cooper was selected for the AICPA’s Leadership Academy in 2012. She was also recently recognized as one of the 2015 Top 40 Under 40 in accounting by CPA Practice Advisor magazine, an award given for involvement in the accounting profession and the local community.