Mandatory CPE requirement implemented
1982 marked the first year under the new mandatory CPE law for North Carolina CPAs. Read more!
NC CPA Foundation Inc. is established
The Foundation was created to work in partnership with NCACPA to provide scholarships and opportunities for students to explore the accounting career. Learn more about the NC CPA Foundation Inc. today!
Two big changes occur for the Association—an office move and a naming contest for the magazine
The Association’s office moves from the Chapel Hill location, held since 1944, to Creedmoor Road in Raleigh. A contest is held with members to re-name the newsletter—Interim Report is ultimately the membership’s selection. See an archival of Interim Reports!
Herb Wakeford is hired as Executive Director
Tom Wagstaff retires as executive secretary; Herb Wakefield assumes position of executive director
The Key Contact Program is formed and used extensively in matters regarding the North Carolina Accountancy Act
Read more about the current Key Person Contact Program at NCACPA.
Golden Anniversary celebration held at The Grove Park Inn
The Association hosts a three-day golden anniversary event, featuring the annual business meeting, educational sessions, a golf tournament, and evening socials. “First Decade” members were recognized for their leadership and efforts in establishing the Association fifty years prior.
78% of NCACPA members are CPAs
Of 566 members, 78% of members are CPAs; 92% of members are in public practice.
