While CPAs may be fluent in industry rules and regulations, individuals working in, or with clients that, work in the international business space must speak a variety of languages. Dont let any required standards get lost in translation! This unique, 4-hour program ensures youre up-to-speed on the important issues that affect international practice by connecting you with experts who have been there and seen it all. This is one program you cant afford to miss.If youre looking for a breakdown of important issues affecting international practice, this session was designed just for you! Our experts cover tax related topics including the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA), tax treaties, entity selection, immigration issues and more. Additional topics covered include essential GAAP and IFRS similarities and differences and important regulatory and cultural issues such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, currency transaction issues and cultural differences in doing business. What more could you ask for?

Teresa L. Gordon, CPA – Shareholder – International Accounting Services, Clayton & McKervey, PC, Southfield

Mick Rennick, CPA – Audit Partner, Grant Thornton, LLP, Southfield

Jade Sims – Outreach Specialist, Business & International Trade, International Business Center, Michigan State University, East Lansing

Suzanne T. Tuson, CPA, MST – International Tax Shareholder, Clayton & McKervey, PC, Southfield