2017 Accounting and Finance Scholarship Recipients
The Foundation of AFWA awarded $18,500 to deserving accounting an finance students through its Spring undergraduate and masters scholarship program. Meet the recipients.
Chapter Spotlight: Kansas City Chapter’s Dedication to increase Membership Pays Off
the Kansas City chapter was on the brink of dissolution, with no activity and declining membership. The Board met and resolved to rebuild the chapter into a dynamic organization which would provide value and rewarding opportunities to its members
Pipeline to Finish Line: A Challenge to the Accounting Industry
The cracks in the CPA profession’s glass ceiling are more than stress fractures: resistance is cracking at the highest levels. Women now comprise 24% of management in CPA Firms.
A Whirlwind Year Brings More Benefit to AFWA Membership
By AFWA National President, Linda Harris, CPA It hardly seems possible that it was just this time last year that I was installed as your National President and I am now writing my last President’s Message. It is an honor that I will treasure. It has been a whirlwind year! Nearly 100 women have demonstrated [...]
2017 Best Public Accounting Firms for Women and Best Firms for Leadership Equity
The MOVE Project is the accounting profession’s only annual benchmark of the status of women in the leadership pipeline. 2017 Best CPA Firms for Women.
Salute to Working Moms: Ashleigh Sutter
With two young daughters, Ashleigh Sutter is just beginning to navigate work and motherhood. Here she gives some practical advice for working moms.
When life gets stressful: be a little selfish
Through my years of practice, I have found several outlets to help manage the stress of owning my own business. What it comes down to is being a little selfish.
When Should I Hire An Account or Financial Planner? And more of your questions answered
Whether a small business or looking for support with personal finances, AFWA professionals answer your questions about working with accountants and financial advisors