2010 Speakers
Featured Speakers:
Doug Sleeter
Doug Sleeter has taught over 30,000 accountants and QuickBooks users how to properly use QuickBooks software. Doug has worked with hundreds of QuickBooks consultants in numerous industries since 1994. Doug was a pioneer in developing the first QuickBooks seminars in the country. Doug consults with several software and hardware companies on product design, marketing, and distribution.Doug's in-depth knowledge of QuickBooks and his "systems" approach to solving small business accounting problems has earned him the reputation of being one of the nation's leading QuickBooks and accounting software experts. Doug is the author of numerous books, videos and courseware materials including: The QuickBooks Consultant's Reference Guide, QuickBooks Fundmentals, Intermediate and Complete college textbooks. Doug is also the co-author of: QuickBooks Point of Sale Consulting, QuickBooks for Not for Profit Organizations and The Successful QuickBooks Consulting System.
Randy Johnston
Randolph P. (Randy) Johnston has been a top rated speaker in the technology industry for over 30 years. Randy writes a monthly column for CPATechnology Advisor, as well as creating regular articles for the Journal of Accountancy, other publications as well as being the author of numerous books. His influence throughout the accounting industry is highlighted once again this year by being a recipient of the 2008 Accounting Today Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting award for the fifth consecutive year. Among his many other awards he holds the honor of being one of nine technology stars in the U.S. by Accounting Technology Magazine. He has started and owns multiple businesses including K2 Enterprises in Hammond, Louisiana and Network Management Group, Inc. in Hutchinson, Kansas. Computer Reseller News awarded his NMGI company the Top 75 Technology Innovators award for their DoubleCheck spam and virus control product. His wife and four children enjoy many experiences together including theatre, music, travel, golf, skiing, snorkeling and model trains. His experience as a college instructor, management and technology consultant, and advisor to the industry will be obvious to you in today’s presentation. Please help me welcome Randy Johnston.
Dana R. (Rick) Richardson, CPA, CITP
Rick Richardson is president of Richardson Media & Technologies LLC, a multi-media and strategic technology consulting company. Prior to forming his current company, he had a 28-year career in technology with Ernst & Young, the last twelve years of which he served as National Director of Technology. Rick has been named to the “Technology 100” – the annual honors list of the 100 key achievers in technology in America and honored by the American Institute of CPAs with two lifetime achievement awards for his contributions to the profession in the field of technology. He has been named as one of the “Top 100 Influential People in Accounting” by Accounting Today magazine. He is a sought after speaker around the world, providing his annual forecast of future technology trends to thousands of business executives, professionals, community leaders, educators and students.
M. Darren Root
M. Darren Root—As co-founder and managing partner of RootWorks, LLC, Darren is dedicated to educating the accounting profession in the areas of workflow efficiency, technology, and best practices. Combining more than 25 years as a practicing CPA with his extensive knowledge of SaaS innovations, integrated software, and paperless processes, Darren has emerged as a nationally recognized speaker. He is also the Executive Editor of The CPA Technology Advisor and a guest lecturer at Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business. Darren holds CPA and CITP (Certified Information Technology Professional) certificates. He is an AICPA CITP Credential Committee Board Member, and has served on the Board of Directors for the Indiana CPA Society. Darren can be reached at droot@root.com.
Leslie Shiner
Leslie Shiner - author, speaker, and trainer - has more than twenty years of experience working as a financial and management consultant for the construction industry. As the owner and principal of The Shiner Group, she has helped both small and large construction companies better understand their business practices and maximize their profits. Ms. Shiner firmly believes training and education is instrumental in the growth and success of the small business. She is also the author of numerous publications including the Profit Press Profit Guides: “Choosing ‘Best Fit’ Construction Management Software” and “Health Checkup for Your Construction Business”. She has just released the first book in the Money Maze Series, titled A Simple Guide to Turning a Profit as a Contractor. Ms. Shiner is an engaging speaker with a long history of rave reviews. She continues to receive high praise for her ability to take a boring, dry subject, such as financial management, and make it interesting and understandable. She has been a featured speaker at such events as Hanley Wood’s Remodeling Show, Deck Expo, World of Concrete, and JLC Live. She is a regular teacher and presenter for CEDIA Expo, The Sleeter Conference, Intuit’s Enterprise Conference, and Sage Summit.
Shane Hamby
Shane Hamby began his career with Intuit working QuickBooks in 1996 and is currently Product Manager for QuickBooks. He is considered a QuickBooks product expert within the company and the accounting community.
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