K2’s Accountant’s Artificial Intelligence Conference
-
Virtual
8.00 Credits
Member Price $359.00
Non-Member Price $519.00
Overview
You could pay $0 for this course!
Artificial intelligence (AI) is real, it is ready and now is the time to take advantage of perhaps the most exciting new technology to appear in over 50 years. Join us to learn how to get started with AI and harness the power of tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot. With practical, real-world demonstrations, you’ll be able to take advantage of these exciting new and transformative technologies in accounting and beyond.
Firms/companies with fewer than 50 staff can be reimbursed up to 100% of the cost of training and firms/companies with 50-100 employees can be reimbursed up to 50% of the cost of training. You must register for the course and apply for reimbursement through the Workforce Training Express Fund website a minimum of three weeks prior to the start of the course. The course code for this program is C-9770. To learn more, click here or contact Julia Ekelund at jekelund@masscpas.org.
Friday, November 6
General Session
- K2’s AI: Real Tools, Real Results
Randy Johnston, K2 EnterprisesRandy Johnston
Randy Johnston is a nationally recognized educator, consultant, and writer with over 30 years experience in Strategic Technology Planning, Systems and Network Integration, Accounting Software Selection, Business Development and Management, Disaster Recovery and Contingency Planning, and Process Engineering.
This session teaches professionals how to move beyond theory and start using AI to work smarter, faster, and more accurately. This hands-on session explores how public accounting and industry finance teams can use AI tools for tasks like reporting, forecasting, audit analytics, and client service. Participants will see real-world examples of automation, gain practical implementation tips, and learn how to balance innovation with professional responsibility. Discover how to measure your AI ROI, enhance productivity, and position your firm or department for success in the AI-driven accounting era.
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- K2's Getting Started With Artificial Intelligence
Thomas Stephens Jr, K2 EnterprisesThomas Stephens Jr
Tommy Stephens Jr., CPA, CGMA, CITP, is a shareholder at K2 Enterprises where he lectures internationally on subjects, such as internal controls for small businesses, technology strategies, computer hardware and software applications, tax strategies and compliance and financial accounting standards and applications. Stephens background also includes his work as an auditor and technology consultant for an Atlanta-based public accounting firm, leading an internal audit staff and managing a cost accounting team for a Fortune 500 company and serving as CFO for an international engineering organization. In the last 25 years, he has also presented over 2,700 educational sessions to over 70,000 participants throughout the U.S. and Canada.
“Much has been written and said about Artificial Intelligence (AI). But for many professionals, AI remains an enigma because they do not know how to get started using tools such as Bard, ChatGPT, and Copilot. If that describes your situation, relax because help is here!
Participate in K2’s Getting Started With Artificial Intelligence to learn to use today’s AI tools. This session will teach you how to access and use multiple popular AI tools to improve efficiency and productivity. If you are starting with AI, this is one session you cannot miss!”
This session is available to registrants only.
Optional Session
- K2's Strategic Automation: Agentic AI Platform Applications
Steve Yoss, K2 EnterprisesSteve Yoss
Stephen M. Yoss, Jr., CPA, MS is a certified public accountant, the partner, and principal of Devmatics, LLC, a continuing education instructor for financial professionals, and a licensed pyrotechnician. While his interests and skills are varied, they all share a common thread—his love for and skill in finding technology-based solutions.
“This course provides a comprehensive examination of Agentic AI models and their application within integration platform as a service (iPaaS) environments. Participants will explore the architectural components and operational methodologies of leading iPaaS tools, understanding their critical role in scalable workflow automation. The program delineates the strategic advantages of embedding AI-driven logic into business processes, offering a forward-looking perspective on operational efficiency and organizational agility for financial professionals.
The curriculum emphasizes practical application, demonstrating how to design, develop, and deploy intelligent automation solutions. It addresses the nuanced integration of Agentic AI capabilities into existing and new workflows, focusing on enhancing decision-making and task execution. Through structured content, attendees will gain actionable insights into leveraging these advanced technologies to drive significant improvements in business performance and competitive positioning.”
This session is available to registrants and their guests
General Session
- AI 201: Data Security, Privacy, Security on AI
Brian Tankersley, K2 EnterprisesBrian Tankersley
Brian Tankersley, CPA, CITP, CGMA, leverages over 30 years of professional experience as a consultant for K2 Enterprises, specializing in accounting technology. A prominent figure in the industry, Tankersley is a frequent speaker at continuing education courses and contributes to multiple accounting media outlets. His nationally recognized blog on accounting and technology serves as a valuable resource for professionals, and he has been honored eight times as one of the “Top 25 Thought Leaders in Public Accounting Technology” by Cygnus Business Media. With a wide-reaching impact, he has presented in 48 states and been a guest speaker for various accounting organizations in Canada. Tankersley’s expertise extends to major national accounting technology conferences, including AICPA TECH+/Practitioners Conference, The Sleeter Group’s Solutions Conference, Sage Summit, CCH Connections and Thomson Reuters Synergy User Conference.
This session is available to registrants only.
Non-Member Price $519.00
Member Price $359.00