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Registration is now open for the highly anticipated Ensuring Success conference, hosted by CPA Practice Advisor, the premier destination for accounting and tax professionals seeking valuable Continuing Professional Education (CPE) and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Continuing Education (CE) credits. This landmark online event, now in its 15th year, promises an unparalleled opportunity for professionals to enhance their knowledge and skills without incurring registration fees. The conference is scheduled to take place on December 9th and December 10th, 2026, featuring a comprehensive lineup of fourteen free, one-hour educational sessions spread across the two days.
Professionals attending the Ensuring Success conference will benefit from a flexible and accessible learning environment. All sessions are designed to qualify for one hour of certified CPE credit, covering a diverse array of fields of study crucial for modern accounting and tax practice. Furthermore, several sessions specifically tailored to tax-related topics will offer an additional hour of IRS CE credit for enrolled agents. While the exact breakdown of IRS CE sessions will be clarified as the program finalizes later this year, this dual credit offering underscores the event’s commitment to providing comprehensive professional development.
A single registration grants attendees access to all fourteen sessions, allowing them to curate their learning experience based on their specific needs, schedules, and professional interests. Participants have the flexibility to engage with every session, select specific topics, or log in only for the periods that align with their availability. This adaptable format ensures that busy professionals can maximize their learning opportunities and earn up to 14 hours of CPE or the available IRS CE credits without disrupting their demanding workloads.
A Legacy of Excellence in Professional Development
The Ensuring Success conference has established a strong reputation over its fifteen-year history as a vital resource for the accounting and tax community. Its enduring success can be attributed to its consistent delivery of high-quality, relevant content and its unwavering commitment to accessibility through its free registration model. This year’s iteration continues this tradition, offering a robust educational program designed to address the evolving challenges and opportunities within the profession.
A unique aspect of the Ensuring Success conference is its innovative production model. While attendees participate remotely from their offices, homes, or any location with internet access, the presenters convene live in a state-of-the-art broadcast studio. This year, the production will be hosted at AMS Pictures, a distinguished professional video production company renowned for its work on notable films, television shows, documentaries, and national commercials. This collaboration ensures a professionally produced, engaging, and high-quality viewing experience for all participants.
CPA Practice Advisor and Ensuring Success are accredited by the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA), a testament to their adherence to rigorous educational standards for offering Continuing Professional Education credit. Furthermore, CPA Practice Advisor has secured an agreement with the Internal Revenue Service to meet the stringent requirements outlined in 31 Code of Federal Regulations, section 10.6(g). This agreement pertains to the meticulous maintenance of attendance records, the retention of program outlines, the qualifications of instructors, and the precise calculation of class hours, ensuring that the CE credits earned are fully recognized by the IRS.
Navigating the Path to CPE and CE Credit
Earning CPE and CE credits at the Ensuring Success conference is a straightforward process, designed for maximum participant convenience. To qualify for credits, attendees must be logged in during the live sessions. Throughout each one-hour session, hosts will periodically display a unique three-digit code. Participants are encouraged to diligently record or save these codes, as they are essential for the submission of the CPE/CE claim form. Each session will feature three distinct codes. It is important to note that CPE and CE credits are exclusively available to those who participate in the live sessions. While archived versions of the sessions will be accessible for later viewing, educational credit cannot be awarded for these on-demand recordings.
Once participants have completed their learning for the day, or at any point during or after the event, they can navigate to the Ensuring Success website. A prominent "CPE/CE credit" link, typically located at the top right of the website, will guide them to the claims portal. Upon clicking the "Claim Your Credit" button on the subsequent page, attendees will be prompted to enter the email address used during their registration.
This dedicated claims page allows participants to consolidate their earned credits by entering the codes for all attended sessions on a single form. Upon submission, attendees can immediately download their personalized CPE certificates. IRS CE information will be directly submitted to the IRS following the conclusion of the event. In the event of any technical difficulties with the claims form, participants are advised to try using an alternative web browser or device. The system is also designed to accommodate multiple professionals who may have viewed presentations on the same device, ensuring that all participants receive their rightful CPE/CE credit.
Professionals have a generous window of up to one year from the event date to claim their CPE/CE credit for any sessions attended. This extended period offers ample flexibility for individuals to manage their credit claims at their convenience. Simply revisit the designated links on the Ensuring Success website and provide the requested information to access and download earned credits.
The Evolving Landscape of Professional Education
The Ensuring Success conference arrives at a pivotal moment for accounting and tax professionals. In an era characterized by rapid technological advancements, evolving regulatory frameworks, and increasing client expectations, continuous professional development is no longer a luxury but a necessity. The free availability of high-quality CPE and CE credits addresses a critical need within the industry, particularly for small and medium-sized practices and individual practitioners who may face budget constraints.
The emphasis on live participation for credit eligibility encourages engagement and real-time learning, fostering a more dynamic and interactive educational experience. The inclusion of IRS CE credits specifically for enrolled agents highlights the conference’s targeted approach to meeting the specialized needs of different professional segments.
The production quality, facilitated by AMS Pictures, suggests a commitment to delivering an engaging and professional online learning environment, aiming to replicate the effectiveness of in-person conferences in a virtual setting. This approach not only enhances the learning experience but also contributes to the credibility and perceived value of the credits earned.
Looking Ahead: The Impact of Continuous Learning
The 14 hours of potential CPE and CE credit offered by the Ensuring Success conference represent a significant opportunity for professionals to meet their annual licensing and credentialing requirements. By staying abreast of the latest developments in accounting standards, tax legislation, and practice management strategies, professionals can enhance their service offerings, improve client satisfaction, and maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace.
The fact that the conference has been running for 15 years and continues to be a substantial free offering speaks volumes about its sustained relevance and the ongoing demand for accessible professional development in the accounting and tax fields. As the industry continues to navigate complex economic and regulatory landscapes, resources like the Ensuring Success conference play a crucial role in empowering professionals to adapt, innovate, and ultimately, succeed.
Professionals are encouraged to visit the Ensuring Success website to register and secure their place at this invaluable educational event. Access to this free resource, along with a wealth of other professional development materials, including whitepapers, reports, newsletters, and podcasts, is available upon registration. This comprehensive approach by CPA Practice Advisor underscores their dedication to supporting the ongoing growth and success of accounting and tax professionals nationwide.
