Business & Industry Fall Conference

This is where financial leaders gather to think bigger, plan smarter, and connect deeper. Whether you’re a controller, CFO, finance manager, or someone shaping the strategic direction of your business, this event delivers the insights and relationships you need—right when you need them most.

Held in the heart of Asheville at the iconic Omni Grove Park Inn, this year’s conference offers a dynamic mix of timely updates, future-focused sessions, and invaluable networking—just as you’re preparing for Q4 and beyond. You’ll experience unmatched hospitality, mountain views, and a welcome reception on the terrace to kick things off.

From engaging keynotes to meaningful hallway conversations, every moment is designed to spark ideas, deepen your strategy, and equip you for what’s next—in person or virtually.

NCACPA’s Business & Industry Fall Conference is your launchpad for smarter strategy and stronger impact. Dive into a carefully curated agenda designed to help you navigate change, lead with confidence, and elevate your value within your organization.

Whether you attend in person or virtually, the Business & Industry Fall Conference will leave you energized, informed, and equipped with practical solutions to elevate your success—at work and beyond.

Experience timeless charm and mountain views at the Omni Grove Park Inn—Asheville’s premier destination. From historic architecture to relaxing spa treatments and award-winning dining, this iconic venue offers the perfect blend of luxury and inspiration.

Our expert speaker lineup delivers timely, relevant insights tailored to today’s business challenges. Whether you’re joining us in person or virtually, each session is designed to keep you engaged, informed, and ready to take action.

Thank you to our sponsors

Standing out to accounting professionals is a formidable challenge due to the constant demand for their attention. Our conference is a solution, drawing accounting professionals from across North Carolina into one venue for both professional growth and networking. It’s the perfect stage for your company to shine.

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speakers

You’ll certainly resonate with our lineup of high caliber speakers delivering curated content that you care about! They’ve created sessions to keep you engaged (and entertained) whether you’re attending in person or virtually!

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Marcey Rader

RaderCo

Avril Pinder

Avril Pinder

Buncombe County

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Tom Hood, CPA, CGMA, CITP

AICPA

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Shari Storm

Category 6

Agenda at a Glance

The schedule is updated up until the day of the conference, so check back often!

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8
(in person and virtual options)
 
8:00 AMGeneral Session 1
 
9:35 AMConcurrent Sessions
 
12:00 PMLunch
 
1:00 PMConcurrent Sessions
 
3:30 PMGeneral Session 2
 
5:00 PMWelcome Reception
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
(in person and virtual options)
 
8:00 AMGeneral Session 3
 
9:35 AMConcurrent Sessions
 
12:00 PMLunch
 
1:00 PMConcurrent Sessions
 
3:30 PMGeneral Session 4
  
5:00 PMMeet the Board Social
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
(in person and virtual options)
 
8:00 AMGeneral Session 5
 
9:15 AMGeneral Session 6
 
10:30 AMGeneral Session 7
 
 
 
 
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NCACPA is a NASBA-approved sponsor of continuing education.

For complete program information (course registration, learning objectives, instructional delivery methods, CPE, field of study, prerequisites, program knowledge, level, advance preparation, program description, and speaker information), please visit the event links above.

The North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org/.

For information regarding refund, complaint, program cancellation or other policies, visit our Registration Policies page or call 800-469-1352.