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Sessions (151)

Cajun & Creole Cooking Demonstration (SOLD-OUT, no walk-ins) (Room Bolden 6)

21 Jul 19
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Chef Amy Sins
This event is sold-out!  The Cajun & Creole event is an intimate atmosphere spiked with Southern hospitality and Louisian cuisine.  C... More...

EXEC1 - AGA Executive Session: Building an Agile Finance Function powered by wavespaceTM (Invitation Only) (Room Empire A)

21 Jul 19
12:45 PM - 4:00 PM

Tracks: FOS: HR (Human Resources/Personnel)

Speaker(s): Bill Colbert CPA
Digital technologies, increased scrutiny and regulation, and a changing workforce all require finance executives to do more with less. Accomplishin... More...

S100 - Federal Accounting Research Workshop (pre-registration required, see description) (Room Strand 10)

21 Jul 19
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACC (Accounting)

Speaker(s): R. Alan Perry, Jr., CPA, CGFM ; Ross Simms CPA,CIA
Effective financial reporting depends on strong federal accounting research skills. Gain an understanding of the research challenges in the federal... More...

S101 - Understanding the Integration between FASAB, FASB, and GASB (Room Empire C)

21 Jul 19
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACC (Accounting)

Speaker(s): Jeffrey Mechanick CPA, CGMA ; Kim Farington CPA ; Lisa Parker CPA, CGMA ; Wendy Payne MPA, CGFM, CPA
Members of the Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB), the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and the Government Accounting S... More...

S102 - How to Work Your Way Up From Bottom to Top (Room Strand 11)

21 Jul 19
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Ali Chemkhi ; Lisa Wiggins ; Sean Mildrew CGFM ; Shawn Charles
Within the next two years, Millennials will be the largest segment of the workforce at more than 50%. This session will give practical tips for Mil... More...

S103 - Developing Our Future Workforce (Room Imperial 5)

21 Jul 19
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: HR (Human Resources/Personnel)

Speaker(s): Amy Beall CGFM, CMA
Develop or refresh your workforce development program with a few steps. Leverage your current corporate knowledge, plug-and-play technology, and ex... More...

S104 - Ensuring Effective Quality in Your A-123 Program (Room Strand 12)

21 Jul 19
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Alyssa Smiley ; Julie Tao ; Michael Howe CGFM, CRMP-Fed ; Stephen Watson CGFM,CPA,CMA,CIA
During this session, financial leaders responsible for risk and control programs will discuss the steps and tools they use to ensure quality in the... More...

S105 - Yellow Book – The New Independence Rules and the Effect on Auditors and Auditees (Room Empire B)

21 Jul 19
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Eric Berman MSA, CPA, CGMA ; Gerry Boaz CGFM, CPA, CGMA
This session will discuss the new independence rules affecting Yellow Book audits.  How auditors and auditees will be individually affected by... More...

S106 - Leading through Technology Changes (Room Strand 13)

21 Jul 19
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: CSA (Computer Software & Applications)

Speaker(s): Afolabi Ojumu CPA, CGMA, CISA, CSM ; Wesley Yon
New technologies are continually becoming available to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of CFO operations. This session focuses on the lead... More...

S107 - Data Security — Protect Yourself (Room Imperial 5)

21 Jul 19
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Tracks: FOS: REGETH (Regulatory Ethics)

Speaker(s): Larry Douglas CISA, CGAP ; Megan Gaillard CGFM, CPA, CIA, CGAP, CRMA, CFE, CISA, CIGA ; Paul Lionikis
This session will cover the basics of data security and what to do in order to protect yourself. Attendees will learn a few easy steps to safeguard... More...

S108 - Cost Allocation Plans — Keep It Short and Simple (Room Strand 11)

21 Jul 19
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACC (Accounting)

Speaker(s): Charles Hester CGFM, CPA, CFE ; Dave LeBlanc CGFM, CFS
This presentation will include: an overview of developing and submitting indirect cost rate proposals; how the rules governing indirect costs have ... More...

S109 - The Art of an Integrated Financial Back Office (Room Strand 12)

21 Jul 19
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Tracks: FOS: FINT (Finance-Technical)

Speaker(s): Avanti Patel PMP ; Dawn Parrish ; Edward Burrows ; Lynn Moaney ; Matthew Roper
Management and operational efficiency are here to stay. Explore ways that an integrated financial, acquisition and budget systems environment can b... More...

S110 - Beyond Bots —Creating a Future-Proof and Resilient Federal Workforce (Room Strand 13)

21 Jul 19
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Tracks: FOS: HR (Human Resources/Personnel)

Speaker(s): Alicia Saucedo ; Gary Stroupe ; James Hickman ; Jennifer Hill ; Veronica Villalobos
The decision to use automation tools require careful consideration of its impact on staff and their professional goals and aspirations. This panel ... More...

S111 - Fraud Awareness and Reduction Through Collaboration (Room Empire C)

21 Jul 19
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Tracks: FOS: AUD (Auditing)

Speaker(s): Carolyn Yocom ; Carrie Hug CGFM, CPA ; Karin Dasuki CPA, CGFM ; Lynn Harshman CPA
Strong controls are essential to prevent and detect fraud. Learn how training, implementing controls to mitigate fraud and collaborating with the O... More...

S112 - Resolving Ethical Dilemmas - You Make the Call (Room Empire B)

21 Jul 19
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Tracks: FOS: BETH (Behavioral Ethics)

Speaker(s): David Cotton CGFM, CPA, CFE ; Marsi Woody CGFM ; Melinda DeCorte CGFM, CPA ; Salim Mawani CGFM, CPA
If you said to a group of accountability professionals, "raise your hand if you are ethical," every hand would go up.  Why, then, do... More...

S113 - Ignite! (Room Empire D)

21 Jul 19
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Anthony Scardino CGFM ; Bo Shevchik CGFM, PMP ; Chidilim Okonkwo ; Donna Sandoval CGFM, CISA, CISM ; Michelle Yanok CGFM ; Mike Novick ; Rachelle Cabading CGFM, CFE ; Susan Fritzlen
During this fast-paced, fun and entertaining session, each presenter has 20 slides -- which auto-advance every 15 seconds -- to tell their personal... More...

S114 - Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports (CAFR) as Structured Data (Room Imperial 5)

21 Jul 19
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Cathlyn Coons ; Christian Hoehner ; Dean Ritz ; Triet Nguyen
Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports (CAFR) can be used as a building block for internal management and enterprise in local government. This sess... More...

S115 - Ask the Experts — FASAB, GASB, OMB and GAO (Room Empire C)

21 Jul 19
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Daniel Kaneshiro JD, MPA ; Lealan Miller CGFM, CPA ; Robert Dacey JD, CGFM, CPA
This is your chance to “Ask the Experts” any questions you have! This panel will feature experts on  The Governmental Accounting S... More...

S116 - Assimilation Continuation — Intelligent Chatbots in Government (Room Strand 13)

21 Jul 19
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Michael McFarland ; Monica Ellerbe ; Robert Grabowski ; Sanjeev Verma
Stymied by an overextended workforce and hiring constraints, governments are facing operational challenges that necessitate technological solutions... More...

S117 - Emerging Technologies and the Digital Workforce Service (Room Empire B)

21 Jul 19
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM

Tracks: FOS: FINT (Finance-Technical)

Speaker(s): Jennifer Hill ; Jesrael Lopez-Rosario ; Michael Howe CGFM, CRMP-Fed ; Tammie Johnson
Representatives from the Department of the Treasury will discuss how national federal organizations leverage emerging technologies to improve the e... More...

Early Morning Stretch and Exercise (Room Elite Hall)

22 Jul 19
6:00 AM - 6:30 AM
PiYo™ LIVE — sweat and burn calories with fusion-style movements inspired by Yoga and Pilates. This class incorporates dynamic balance,... More...

M100 - Plenary Session (Celestin Ballroom)

22 Jul 19
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Speaker(s): Ann Ebberts MS, PMP ; Gene L. Dodaro CGFM
Hear GAO’s comptroller general discuss changes from last year’s U.S. government financial position, progress on key GAO initiatives and... More...

Linkedin & Social Media Hub (Room Celest Foyer)

22 Jul 19
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Stop by the Social Media Hub where you’ll be able to learn how to: Revamp your LinkedIn profile, Enhance your social media presence, Tweet wi... More...

M101 - Update on AGA’s Grants Survey (Room Strand 13)

22 Jul 19
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: FINT (Finance-Technical)

Speaker(s): Andrea Brandon ; Bert Nuehring CPA ; Michael Peckham
AGA conducted a nationwide survey of grant recipients on Uniform Guidance (2CFR200) to identify needs in training, technical assistance and enhance... More...

M102 - Emotional Intelligence 101 (Room Empire B)

22 Jul 19
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Anthony Scardino CGFM ; Kim Farington CPA ; Megan Gaillard CGFM, CPA, CIA, CGAP, CRMA, CFE, CISA, CIGA ; Melinda Miguel PMP, CIG ; Richard Haley
This session will explore different ways to improve your communication skills to help you navigate both positive and negative situations.  Att... More...

M103 - CFO views of the PMA, Financial Modernization, and CFO Office of the Future (Room Empire C)

22 Jul 19
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Gerard Badorrek ; Kevin Greer CGFM, CPA, CDFM, PMP ; Mary Peterman MPA, CGFM, CPA ; Stacy Marcott
What does the federal CFO Office of the future look like and what is the impact of the President’s Management Agenda on CFO and agency goals?... More...

M104 - Intelligent Automation Takes Flight (Room Imperial 5)

22 Jul 19
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Gisele Holden CPA ; Kirke Everson CGFM,CISA,CISSP,PMP
Intelligent automation is changing government before our eyes. This session will explain the new wave of advanced technologies that have the power ... More...

M105 - Making Government Work (Room Strand 12)

22 Jul 19
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Alice McNutt Miller ; Carlos Otal CPA ; Tim Gribben
When Congress enacted “Foundations for Evidence-based Policymaking,” the legislation ushered in a new era of using rigorous evidence to... More...

M106 - Applying ERM: Payment Integrity and Shutdowns (35 days later) (Room Empire A)

22 Jul 19
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Alec Alexander ; Daniel Kaneshiro JD, MPA ; Lal Harter CICA ; Meshach Keye, MPA, PMP
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) helps agencies navigate the countless statutory requirements related to payment integrity. This session will explo... More...

M107 - Navigating the AI, IA, and Blockchain Journey in the Public Sector with the U.S. Federal CIO (Room Empire D)

22 Jul 19
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Adam Lusin ; Combiz Abdolrahimi ; Joel Robideaux ; Michael McFarland ; Mitchell Winans ; Sachiko Kuwabara ; Suzette Kent
This session will feature an opening keynote address by The Honorable Suzette Kent, U.S. Federal CIO from The White House, who will kick off the se... More...

M108 - Leading Financial Management Improvement (Room Strand 11)

22 Jul 19
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Tracks: FOS: FINT (Finance-Technical)

Speaker(s): Barbara Crawford ; David Horn CGFM, CPA ; David Zavada CPA
After completing its first department-wide financial statement audit, the Department of Defense (DoD) has embarked upon one of the largest and most... More...

President Gavel Exchange Ceremony (Celestin Ballroom)

22 Jul 19
12:40 PM - 1:00 PM
Each year at PDT, the symbolic passing of the gavel signifies the change in leadership of AGA's governing body.  This year, AGA National P... More...

M109 - Plenary Session: How to Work With & Lead People Not Like You (Celestin Ballroom)

22 Jul 19
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM

Tracks: FOS: HR (Human Resources/Personnel)

Speaker(s): Kelly McDonald ; Lynn Moaney
We all know that a diverse workforce leads to better decisions and solutions - it has been proven to grow organizations. But when the person in the... More...

M110 - Natural Disasters – How Governments Can Mitigate the Risks of Costly Recovery (Room Empire D)

22 Jul 19
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: BMO (Business Management & Organization)

Speaker(s): Andrew Love ; Asif Khan CGFM,CPA,CISA,FCCA ; Kathryn Godfrey ; Kelly Russell PPM ; Melinda Miguel PMP, CIG
Planning ahead to mitigate natural disaster risks can help protect public funds by reducing the need for costly recovery. The session looks at oppo... More...

M111 - Career Hits & Misses — Lessons Learned (Room Strand 11)

22 Jul 19
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Ernest Almonte CGFM, CPA, CFE ; Gwendolyn Sykes MPA, CGFM ; Tim Baker CICA
In today's busy workplace, are you missing important steps to enhance your career? During this session, learn about innovative career tips from... More...

M112 - Auditing Circa 2025 (Room Imperial 5)

22 Jul 19
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: AUD (Auditing)

Speaker(s): Andrew Lewis CGFM, CPA, PMP ; James Arnette CGFM, CISA ; Robert Dacey JD, CGFM, CPA ; Robert Westbrooks JD, CPA, CIA, CISA
Technology is driving auditors in new directions. What was once unimaginable is common today. But we’ve just scratched the surface. This pane... More...

M113 - Cybersecurity Risk Management for Finance Leaders (Room Empire B)

22 Jul 19
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Gus Hunt ; Richard Haley ; Scott Quehl
CFOs and financial managers must demonstrate that they can manage cyber threats and that effective processes and controls are in place. This sessio... More...

M114 - Data Analytics to Detect Fraud (Room Empire A)

22 Jul 19
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Megan Gaillard CGFM, CPA, CIA, CGAP, CRMA, CFE, CISA, CIGA ; Paul Lionikis ; Raymond Wedgeworth ; Tricia Long
This panel will discuss and demonstrate data analytics techniques that can be used to detect fraud, waste and abuse. Attendees will learn about typ... More...

M115 - AGA CFO Survey (Room Strand 12)

22 Jul 19
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM
Speaker(s): Jim Taylor MPA ; Mobola Kadiri SES ; Owen Barwell ; Teresa Hunter ; Thomas Carroll
This year’s CFO survey is, The Business Case for Change.  We are exploring the vision financial leaders have, and how the CFO will ensur... More...

M116 - Power of 8's (Room Empire C)

22 Jul 19
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Dave Weinberg ; Kelly Stefanko CGFM, CPA
Numbers are a fact of life as are people. Both numbers and people take practice. Some are better at numbers than people and some are better at peop... More...

M117 - Dipping Your Toe in The Automation Pool? (Room Strand 13)

22 Jul 19
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Bob Dunmyer ; James Hickman
What are the biggest challenges your colleagues have faced? Where is their resistance? What’s being welcomed?  Attendees will have the o... More...

M118 - Speed Roundtable Discussions on Challenges You Care About (Room Strand 10)

22 Jul 19
2:05 PM - 3:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: HR (Human Resources/Personnel)

Speaker(s): Mary Peterman MPA, CGFM, CPA
Be part of the solution! Join this super interactive session finding solutions to common workforce training and development challenges. Table pa... More...

M119 - In The Dark After Vendor's Data Breach? (Room Strand 12)

22 Jul 19
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Alyssa Smiley ; Gregory Wilshusen ; Rebecca Underhill ; Tony Wang
Federal agencies’ sensitive data has been collected by third party vendors. The question is, do you know where your data is and are they secu... More...

M120 - Relationships: Pieces, Pitfalls and Perspective (Room Empire D)

22 Jul 19
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Dave Weinberg ; Gloria Jarmon CGFM, CPA
You are in the business of relationships … it is called life! This session will examine the pieces and pitfalls of all relationships an... More...

M121 - General Fund Audit: An Interesting First Year Journey (Room Empire C)

22 Jul 19
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Beryl Davis CGFM, CPA ; Matthew Miller ; Mike Linder ; Robert Dacey JD, CGFM, CPA
The General Fund carries out the central accounting function of the federal government, tracking payments and collections annually, each totaling $... More...

M122 - Putting Emerging Technology to Work to Decrease Improper Payments (Room Imperial 5)

22 Jul 19
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: FINT (Finance-Technical)

Speaker(s): Eva Robinson ; Heather Pajak ; Mark Reger CPA ; Randall Gillespie
Staying one step ahead of fraudsters is imperative to fighting improper payments. This session will cover ways to put emerging technology to work i... More...

M123 - Understanding the Multi-Generational Workplace (Room Strand 13)

22 Jul 19
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: HR (Human Resources/Personnel)

Speaker(s): Anthony Scardino CGFM ; Carla Flores CGFM ; Sarah Brown
Understanding of the characteristics and motivators of a multi-generational workforce is critical to successfully navigate in the modern office.&nb... More...

M124 - Risk Management = Change Management (Room Empire A)

22 Jul 19
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Maribel Roque CGFM ; Mary Peterman MPA, CGFM, CPA ; Ravenna Bohan CGFM ; Steve Vetter CGFM, CPA
Hear from experts from the judiciary branch about managing change as they work towards introducing consolidated financial reporting, robust interna... More...

M125 - The Data-driven Organization (Room Empire B)

22 Jul 19
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Amy Edwards ; Donna Sandoval CGFM, CISA, CISM ; Jory Heckman ; Victoria Collin
A panel of CFO and deputy-CFOs will describe how they use data in their agencies to improve program management. Attendees will learn how leaders in... More...

M126 - Cybersecurity – Moving from Compliance to a Strategic Enterprise Approach (Room Strand 11)

22 Jul 19
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Jennifer Main MPP ; Kate Sylvis ; Pete Gouldmann PMP, CISSP, CISM
Agency leaders are required to maintain effective cybersecurity within their organizations. This panel will discuss elevating the discussion from m... More...

Early Morning Stretch and Exercise (Room Elite Hall)

23 Jul 19
6:00 AM - 6:30 AM
PiYo™ LIVE — sweat and burn calories with fusion-style movements inspired by Yoga and Pilates. This class incorporates dynamic balance,... More...

T100 - Plenary Session: Are You Ready to Unleash Your Inner Winner? (Celestin Ballroom)

23 Jul 19
8:00 AM - 9:15 AM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Ernest Almonte CGFM, CPA, CFE ; Natalie Fikes
Natalie Fikes sets audiences up to prosper with impactful strategies for leading a purpose-driven life and career. Her transformative strategies fo... More...

Linkedin & Social Media Hub (Room Celestin Foyer)

23 Jul 19
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Stop by the Social Media Hub where you’ll be able to learn how to: Revamp your LinkedIn profile, Enhance your social media presence, Tweet wi... More...

T101 - Robotics Hands-On Workshop (this session is FULL) (Room Strand 10)

23 Jul 19
9:30 AM - 11:55 AM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Christine Gex ; Edward Burrows ; Jennifer Hill ; Sourabh Pawar
Learn the basics of RPA in our robot-a-thon. This 2.5-hour session introduces ways bots can assume repetitive accounting/financial tasks and digita... More...

T102 - 15 Must-Have Productivity Apps (Room Strand 13)

23 Jul 19
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: COMS (Communications and Marketing)

Speaker(s): Lyndsay McKeown ; Tess Vismale
You hear about new apps every single second of the day. Life is too short and data is too precious. So which ones do you download? Which ones work ... More...

T103 - Corporate Performance Management Tools — What are They and are They Right for my Organization? (Room Empire D)

23 Jul 19
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Gina Smith-Moss MSM, MBA, CICA ; Kim Farington CPA ; Steve Mebius
Government agencies are beginning to utilize Corporate Performance Management (CPM) tools. This session will explore this new area of business inte... More...

T104 - Project Management for the Financial Manager (Room Empire B)

23 Jul 19
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): James Harris CGFM, PMP ; Jeffrey Pullen PMP ; Melinda Miguel PMP, CIG
Many financial management efforts are long-term projects in which managers benefit from project planning skills. Explore ways to plan and build a s... More...

T105 - Loving the Color Yellow: 2018 Changes to Government Auditing Standards (Room Strand 11)

23 Jul 19
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: AUDG (Auditing Governmental)

Speaker(s): Beryl Davis CGFM, CPA ; James Dalkin MBA, CGFM, CPA
The 2018 Yellow Book is in effect for financial audits, attestation engagements and reviews of financial statements for periods ending on or after ... More...

T106 - Oh! I Didn’t Know CIGIE Did That! (Room Strand 12)

23 Jul 19
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: AUD (Auditing)

Speaker(s): Andrea Deadwyler ; George Fallon CGFM, CPA ; Robert Westbrooks JD, CPA, CIA, CISA ; Troy Meyer CGFM
In this enlightening presentation, attendees will learn about the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) strategic g... More...

T107 - Cybersecurity — What Do Financial Management Personnel Need to Know? (Room Empire C)

23 Jul 19
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Alyssa Smiley ; Kelly Fahel CGFM, CPA, CISA, CITP ; Sophila Jones CGFM, CPA ; Vijay D'Souza
Cybersecurity is a complicated area that IT personnel must understand completely. This session will cover what financial management personnel reall... More...

T108 - Follow the Yellow Brick Road of Federal Spend (Room Empire A)

23 Jul 19
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Amy Edwards ; Natalie Rico
This session will provide an overview of key questions that can be answered by USASpending.gov. Additionally, attendees will learn about performanc... More...

T109 - Dr. CED — Building an Enterprise Resource Planning Process From the Bottom Up (Room Imperial 5)

23 Jul 19
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Gregory Little
The Department of Defense (DoD) maintains 294 systems with financial data in different formats housed in a culture of silos and focused on prioriti... More...

T110 - Internal Controls — Getting to Know the Green Book (Room Empire D)

23 Jul 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: ACC (Accounting)

Speaker(s): Alex Hardisson ; Bobby Hart CPA, CMA, CFM, PMP, CGFM, CICA ; Christopher Smith ; Edom Aweke CGFM, CPA ; Kris Kenific
This session will give an overview of internal control concepts, including an entity's responsibility for developing and maintaining effective ... More...

T111 - Performance Audits — Best Practices for State and Local Governments and Auditors (Room Empire C)

23 Jul 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: AUDG (Auditing Governmental)

Speaker(s): Deborah Loveless CGFM, CPA ; Lealan Miller CGFM, CPA ; Nichole Curtiss Crittenden CGFM ; William Sadler CGFM
Performance audits are featured in two chapters in the Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (or “Yellow Book”) and are a fo... More...

T112 - The Emerging OIG Toolkit (Room Strand 12)

23 Jul 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: AUDG (Auditing Governmental)

Speaker(s): Robert Westbrooks JD, CPA, CIA, CISA
How does the Office of the Inspector General effectively assess controls and program risks in today’s rapidly changing operational environmen... More...

T113 - Managing Change in a Transformational Environment (Room Empire A)

23 Jul 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Donald (DJ) Lavoy ; Gerard Badorrek ; Mary Goldsmith ; Misty Giles ; Tony Bainbridge
This panel will share the collective experiences of agency leaders in real estate, housing and financial services agency leaders. Attendees will le... More...

T114 - A Modern, Seamless, Secure Customer Experience (Room Strand 13)

23 Jul 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: COMS (Communications and Marketing)

Speaker(s): Justin Marsico ; Marshall Henry CGFM ; Tamara Whitaker, MBA, PMP ; Tamia Williams ; Tony Peralta
A panel of national Financial Technology (FinTech) experts will describe how they foresee the future of the customer experience. Attendees will lea... More...

T115 - IPERIA and Disaster-Related Appropriations (Room Empire B)

23 Jul 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Andreia Bodale CPA ; Beryl Davis CGFM, CPA ; Catherine Hicks
Federal agencies provide billions of dollars in grants to communities affected by disasters. In response to OMB M-18-14, Implementation of Internal... More...

T116 - Cybersecurity – It Makes Good Cents (Room Imperial 5)

23 Jul 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Forrest Pace ; Gregory Wilshusen ; Mark Reger CPA ; Peter Scavotto ; William Welch
This session will update AGA members on the information collected to date, new Cyber guidance shared with the health care community and general cyb... More...

T117 - Procurement Pitfalls (Room Strand 11)

23 Jul 19
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: FOS: FINT (Finance-Technical)

Speaker(s): Jeffrey Pullen PMP ; Megan Gaillard CGFM, CPA, CIA, CGAP, CRMA, CFE, CISA, CIGA ; Wendy Payne, MPA, CGFM, CPA
In order to avoid standard procurement pitfalls, government agencies must obtain goods properly by setting up accounting and auditing controls arou... More...

EXEC2 - AGA Digital Executive Session (Invitation Only) (Room Strand 10)

23 Jul 19
1:00 PM - 3:25 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Gregg Mossburg ; Lynn Moaney
Government leaders will discuss the current priorities, challenges, issues and opportunities that may soon shape the way that you use emerging tech... More...

T118 - On the Job Training! Leverage Audits to Improve Financial Management Workforce Development (Room Empire C)

23 Jul 19
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: HR (Human Resources/Personnel)

Speaker(s): Asif Khan CGFM,CPA,CISA,FCCA ; D. Clark Partridge CGFM, CPA ; Glenda Scheiner CDFM-A, DFMC3 ; Mike Linder
Officials from the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security and a state controller’s office will explain how managers can lever... More...

T119 - FASAB Update (Room Strand 11)

23 Jul 19
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Monica Valentine CGFM, CPA ; Ross Simms CPA,CIA
This panel will explore the Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board’s latest accounting standards, proposed standards and major projects.... More...

T120 - HR Challenges for Finance Shops (Room Empire A)

23 Jul 19
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: HR (Human Resources/Personnel)

Speaker(s): Atisha Burks ; Mark Krieger CPA ; Shivendra Verma ; Victoria Collin
As the workforce changes (e.g., from baby boomers to millennials, changes in the mix of job types, etc), is the Federal recruitment process keeping... More...

T121 - Achieving the Vision of End-to-End Grants Transparency and Accountability (Room Empire B)

23 Jul 19
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Dillon Boyer ; Merril Oliver ; Nicole Waldeck PMP ; W. Dale Bell
Grant administrators face increased scrutiny over their use of grant funds and have a need for greater transparency and end-to-end accountability. ... More...

T122 - Program Integrity = Public Trust (Room Empire D)

23 Jul 19
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: MGMT (Management Services)

Speaker(s): Frank Petersen CGFM ; Jeff Grant ; Mark Reger CPA ; Timothy Comello CPA
Public trust in government hovers at 20%. This session will explore what government can do to right its ship and get agencies back on course. Atten... More...

T123 - GASB Update (Room Strand 12)

23 Jul 19
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): David Vaudt ; Lealan Miller CGFM, CPA ; Lisa Parker CPA, CGMA
This session will explore the current Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) projects, including the reporting model, revenue and expense r... More...

T124 - Make IT Investment Management Real With TBM (Room Imperial 5)

23 Jul 19
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: ITT (Information Technology-Technical)

Speaker(s): Anthony Scardino CGFM ; Jason Gray ; Kelly Morrison ; Natalie Rico
Find out how to address inefficiencies in IT spend leveraging Technology Business Management (TBM). TBM enables IT to be understood in business ter... More...

T125 - Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) (Room Strand 13)

23 Jul 19
1:05 PM - 2:20 PM

Tracks: FOS: PD (Personal Development)

Speaker(s): Andrew Grady CGFM, CFE, CIA ; Danyetta Powers CGFM ; Katya Silver ; Misty Schuck CGFM, CFE, CGMA, CPA ; Sherri Voigt CGFM, CPA
Join us for a discussion on the value and benefits of the CGFM certification, as we celebrate its 25th anniversary! Participants will learn why the... More...

T126 - Reskilling/Upskilling Our Workforce to Meet the Age of Automation (Room Empire B)

23 Jul 19
2:35 PM - 3:25 PM

Tracks: FOS: HR (Human Resources/Personnel)

Speaker(s): Barbara Bail CGFM, CDFM-A, DFMC2 ; Billy Morehead PhD, CGFM, CPA ; Glenda Scheiner CDFM-A, DFMC3 ; Karin Dasuki CPA, CGFM
As accountability jobs shift from manual work to analysis, challenges continue to emerge. This session will discuss the challenges faced by many go... More...

T127 - Connecting with Citizens! (Room Empire C)

23 Jul 19
2:35 PM - 3:25 PM

Tracks: FOS: COMS (Communications and Marketing)

Speaker(s): Mary Peterman MPA, CGFM, CPA ; Whitney Soenksen
Transparency initiatives have been touted by both the public and private sector to claim victory in sharing information with their clients. But rel... More...

T128 - State Financial Reporting —The Good, Bad and the Ugly (Room Strand 11)

23 Jul 19
2:35 PM - 3:25 PM

Tracks: FOS: ACCG (Accounting Governmental)

Speaker(s): Sheila Weinberg CPA ; Tim Baker CICA
How complete and accurate are State Annual Financial Reports? States have become creative in what they do or do not report in their financial state... More...
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