Women Who Count Schedule (Tentative & updating daily with session details! Keep checking back!)

10.22.24 – Tuesday

9:00am – 12:00pm-Foundation Board Meeting @Danner East Room

12:00pm – 1:00pm-Board Combined Lunch @Mitchelville Room

1:00pm – 4:00pm-AFWA National Board Meeting @Danner East Room

6:00pm – 8:00pm-President’s Reception @Mitchelville Room

10.23.24 – Wednesday

8:00am – 5:00pm-Registration Open @Advantage Foyer

9:00am – 10:30am-Membership Chair Meeting @Camellia Boardroom

9:00am – 10:30am-Chapter President’s Meeting @Heyward

10:45am – 12:00pm-

11:00am – 12:00pm–First time Attendee Orientation @Ocean’s Bar

1:00pm – 1:50pm-CPE Session (1CPE)

2:00pm – 2:50pm-CPE Session (1CPE)

3:00pm – 3:50pm –CPE Session (1CPE)

4:00pm – 6:00pm-Exhibitor Setup

4:30pm – 6:00pm-Annual Business Meeting @Barnville/Calibogue

6:00pm – 7:00pm-Welcome Reception with Exhibitors @Savannah Foyer

7:00pm – 8:00pm-Chapter Leader Reception @Mitchelville (By invitation only)

10.24.24 – Thursday

7:00am – 4:00pm-Registration Opens @Advantage Foyer

7:00am – 4:00pm-Exhibitor & Silent Auction @Danner/Savannah Foyer

7:15am – 9:00am-Continental Breakfast @Savannah Foyer

7:30am – 6:30pm (TBD) –Foundation Silent Auction Open @Savannah Foyer

7:30am – 8:20am–

8:30am – 10:15am-Doors Open for Opening Session (1CPE) @Barnwell/Calibogue

  • Session #12 – EVERYONE IS WELCOME! It’s time to welcome everyone to the conference! Arrive on time! Don’t miss the entertainment and education!

10:30am – 11:20am-EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS (3 Tracks) (1CPE)

11:30am – 12:30pm-Lunch with the Exhibitors @Savannah Foyer

12:30pm – 2:10pm-EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS (3 Tracks) (2CPE)

2:10pm – 2:30pm – Visit Exhibitors @Savannah Foyer

2:30pm – 4:10pm-EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS (3 Tracks) (2CPE)

5:30pm – Registration & Cocktails are open for the Signature Event

6:00pm – Signature Event & Awards @Grand Ocean Terrace

8:30pm – After Party @Grand Ocean Terrace & Deck

10.25.24 – Friday

7:30am – 9:00am-Continental Breakfast @Savannah Foyer

7:30am – 5:00pm-Registration Opens @Advantage Foyer

7:30am – 5:00pm-Exhibit Area Opens @Savannah Foyer

8:00am – 5:00pm-Foundation Silent Auction @Archer West

8:00am – 8:50am–Early Morning Session (Sponsored) (1CPE) @Barnwell/Calibogue

9:00am – 9:50am-Panel Session (Sponsored) (1CPE) @Barnwell/Calibogue

  • Session #21 (Track 1 – Technical) @Archer East – Non-Profit Panel Discussion

10:00am – 10:50am-EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS (3 Tracks) (1CPE)

11:00am – 11:50am-EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS (3 Tracks) (1CPE) @Barnwell/Calibogue

12:00pm – 1:00pm – Past National President’s & National Foundation Chairs Luncheon (Sponsored) @Jasmine/Hibiscus (By invitation only!)

12:00pm – 2:00pm-Lunch with the Exhibitors @Savannah Foyer

1:00pm – 2:00 pm-Vendor Dessert Sponsor Party (Sponsored) @Savannah Foyer

2:00pm – 2:50pm-EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS (3 Tracks) (1CPE)

3:00pm – 3:50pm-EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS (3 Tracks) (1CPE)

4:00pm – 5:45pm-Closing Keynote (Sponsored) (2CPE) @Barnwell/Calibogue

5:45pm – 6:30pm-Exhibitor Gathering @Danner

7:00pm – Beach Party @Ocean Front Deck/Back up is Grand Ocean Terrace

10.26.24 – Saturday

CAREER DAY TAILGATE – SPONSORED BY NC STATE UNIVERSITY @Grand Ocean Terrace

8:00am Registration Opens

8:00am – 9:00am Coffee Bar & Continental Breakfast

8:30am – 9:00am Opening Keynote Speaker, Christina Lewellen, CPA, Ph.D, Associate Professor of Accounting, NC State University

SESSION TITLE: Goals and strategy for a fulfilling career

This session will focus on strategy and goal setting for a successful and fulfilling career. Topics will include aligning your career goals with your personal and life goals, asking yourself “why” when setting goals, and navigating challenges that may threaten one’s goals.

Speaker Bio

Christina is an Associate Professor in the Poole College of Management at NC State University. Her research, which primarily focuses on corporate taxation and financial reporting issues related to taxation, has been published in a number of premier accounting and business journals. She teaches Introduction to Income Taxation at the undergraduate level and Taxes and Business Strategy to Master of Accounting and MBA students. Her teaching has received recognition through teaching awards at the College and University levels. Prior to becoming a professor, she spent five years in public accounting, primarily focusing on tax compliance and strategy for individuals and small businesses. She also enjoys and devotes time to mentoring students and young business professionals. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two and four-year-old little girls, yoga, and being outdoors.

9:00am – 10:00am Panel Discussion: Beyond the Degree: Charting Diverse Career Paths in Business and Accounting

Join us for an enlightening panel discussion where seasoned professionals from various sectors—including public accounting, entrepreneurship, government, and the private sector—share their career trajectories and insights. Learn how they’ve leveraged their business and accounting degrees in unique and fulfilling ways, aligned their personal passions with professional endeavors, and navigated the challenges and opportunities of their respective fields. This session is designed to inspire recent graduates and those contemplating their career paths, providing valuable advice on skills development and strategic career planning.

MODERATOR – Melissa Sager, Biz Brainery, LLC

SPEAKER – Kathy Healy, MBA, CFP, Healy Wealth Management

SPEAKER – Monika Miles, Miles Consulting Group

SPEAKER – Kelsey Rosback, SHR Consulting, LLC


10:00am – 11:30am Career Table Talks – YOU DECIDE YOUR PATH!

Table 1 – Spend Time [IN] Business While You’re Still [IN] School, With Dr. Anna Stumpf, Enhance your LinkedIn profile and networking skills with weekly steps tailored for students, making professional connections easier.

Table 2 – Dress for Success: Elevate Your Professional Style! With Chelsea Sowers and Tyrah Sexton, Discover the secrets to professional attire that makes a lasting impression. Get tips on how to dress to impress and boost your confidence!

Table 3 – Interview Questions / Mock Interview (Be mindful of industries public, private, government, etc.) With Robert Half and Michelle Sullivan

Table 4 – Resume / Cover Letter (Be mindful of industries public, private, government, etc.) With Robert Half, and Doreen Rizopoulos

Table 5 – How to search for internships?

Table 6 – Kickstart Your Career with AFWA’s Mentorship Magic, Join the AFWA mentoring journey to unlock exclusive insights, form inspiring connections, and accelerate your career in finance and accounting

Table 7 – Taking Ownership of Your Career Path, Learn strategies for building your roadmap to success and tips for navigating obstacles and detours in your career journey, such as: ramping up in a new role quickly; managing up; when/how to exit, and overall professional conduct. Ultimately, your success depends on YOU!

Table 8 – Personal Finance / Life at College With Quinn Evans Architects

Table 9 – Unlock Your Day: Time Hacks for Success

Table 10 – Entrepreneurship? Is it an option? With Sharrin Fuller

Table 11 – IRS Pathways: Fuel Your Career Journey with the Federal Government, Discover a wealth of internship and career development opportunities with the IRS Pathways Program for students and recent graduates across various fields.

Table 12 – Snap Your Success: Grab a Professional Headshot Here!

11:30am – 12pm Charting Your Course: From Insights to Actions

Energize your career and life plans with actionable steps that inspire enthusiasm and clear direction!

Closing Session Speakers:

CPE PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

9:00am – 10:40am (2CPE) Ethics Session @Archer East

  • Session #35 – Wendi Hall

11:00am – 11:50am (1CPE) @Danner/Elliott

  • Session #36



22 CPE Available Conference – Breakdown

CPE Summary Hours Offered
Tax 4
Audit 4
Accounting 4
Finance 3
IT / Comp Sc 3
Specialized Knowledge 4
Business Mgt & Org 5
Comm/Mktg 2
Personal Development 4
Economics 0
Business Law 2
Personnel / HR 2
Ethics 2
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