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Randolph P. (Randy) Johnston, MCS, has been a leading authentic and genuine authority in technology for over 40 years. Inducted into the
Accounting Hall of Fame in 2011, he has remained a Top 25 Thought Leader in Accounting from 2011 through 2024. His continued influence in the profession is highlighted by his recognition in the 2024 Accounting Today Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting—his twenty-first consecutive year on that list. In addition, Randy authors a monthly column and hosts a weekly podcast for The CPA Practice Advisor, contributes to the Journal of Accountancy, writes for various accounting and technology publications, and has published numerous books.
He has founded and still owns multiple ventures, including K2 Enterprises in Hammond, Louisiana, and Network Management Group, Inc. (NMGI) in Hutchinson, Kansas. For four decades, NMGI has provided services to CPA firms and has been the largest managed service provider for the CPA profession in North America. Randy’s wife, four children, and seven grandchildren share his passions for theatre, music, travel, golf, skiing, snorkeling, and model trains. His background as a college instructor, management and technology consultant, and advisor to the accounting community informs today’s presentation.
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Stephen M. Yoss, Jr., CPA, MS, is a certified public accountant, partner and CEO of Devmatics, LLC, a continuing education instructor for financial professionals, a and a licensed pyrotechnician. While his interests and skills are varied, they all share a common thread—his love for and skill in finding technology-based solutions. In 2017, Stephen and Alex White formed Devmatics, LLC, a company focused on helping organizations develop technology strategies to streamline their business operations. He specializes in taking on high-difficulty, mission-critical organizational issues that require technological expertise and an ability to find solutions to problems that no one else can answer. With all of his clients, he emphasizes the need to embrace technology at every opportunity and utilize the latest technological trends and breakthroughs in order to gain a competitive advantage while increasing efficiency and productivity.
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This one-day conference brings together three focused sessions designed to take accounting and finance professionals from AI curious to AI capable. Participants will gain an accessible, hands-on introduction to tools like ChatGPT, Bard, and Copilot, explore real-world examples of AI driving results in reporting, forecasting, and audit analytics, and examine how Agentic AI is being deployed within integration platform as a service environments to automate complex business workflows. Key takeaways include setting up and querying leading AI platforms, applying AI tools to streamline accounting and financial workflows, measuring AI ROI, and understanding the practical architecture of intelligent automation systems.
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Anyone wanting to learn more about AI and how to use it.
Randolph P. (Randy) Johnston, MCS, has been a leading authentic and genuine authority in technology for over 40 years. Inducted into the
Accounting Hall of Fame in 2011, he has remained a Top 25 Thought Leader in Accounting from 2011 through 2024. His continued influence in the profession is highlighted by his recognition in the 2024 Accounting Today Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting—his twenty-first consecutive year on that list. In addition, Randy authors a monthly column and hosts a weekly podcast for The CPA Practice Advisor, contributes to the Journal of Accountancy, writes for various accounting and technology publications, and has published numerous books.
He has founded and still owns multiple ventures, including K2 Enterprises in Hammond, Louisiana, and Network Management Group, Inc. (NMGI) in Hutchinson, Kansas. For four decades, NMGI has provided services to CPA firms and has been the largest managed service provider for the CPA profession in North America. Randy’s wife, four children, and seven grandchildren share his passions for theatre, music, travel, golf, skiing, snorkeling, and model trains. His background as a college instructor, management and technology consultant, and advisor to the accounting community informs today’s presentation.
Moving beyond theory, this hands-on session teaches accounting and finance professionals how to apply AI tools to work smarter, faster, and more accurately. Participants will explore real-world examples of AI driving results in reporting, forecasting, audit analytics, and client service—gaining practical implementation tips while learning how to balance innovation with professional responsibility. The session also addresses how to measure AI return on investment and position teams for success in an increasingly AI-driven environment. Key takeaways include applying AI tools to streamline accounting workflows, evaluating real-world AI use cases in public practice and industry, assessing the impact of AI adoption on efficiency and profitability, and determining appropriate governance and ethical practices for AI use in accounting.
For many accounting professionals, artificial intelligence remains an enigma—and this practical session is the antidote. Participants will learn how to access and use multiple popular AI tools including ChatGPT, Bard, and Copilot to improve efficiency and productivity in their daily work. The session walks through the hands-on steps for getting started, from creating accounts and querying data to customizing subscriptions and understanding the difference between free and paid tools. Key takeaways include listing the steps for querying data from leading AI tools, identifying the capabilities of Microsoft Copilot, differentiating between free and paid AI options, and recognizing examples of risks associated with AI use in professional settings.
Stephen M. Yoss, Jr., CPA, MS, is a certified public accountant, partner and CEO of Devmatics, LLC, a continuing education instructor for financial professionals, a and a licensed pyrotechnician. While his interests and skills are varied, they all share a common thread—his love for and skill in finding technology-based solutions. In 2017, Stephen and Alex White formed Devmatics, LLC, a company focused on helping organizations develop technology strategies to streamline their business operations. He specializes in taking on high-difficulty, mission-critical organizational issues that require technological expertise and an ability to find solutions to problems that no one else can answer. With all of his clients, he emphasizes the need to embrace technology at every opportunity and utilize the latest technological trends and breakthroughs in order to gain a competitive advantage while increasing efficiency and productivity.
Agentic AI is redefining what automation can do—and this session provides accounting and finance professionals with a comprehensive look at how these systems work within integration platform as a service (iPaaS) environments. Participants will explore the architectural components of leading iPaaS tools, understand how agentic AI differs from traditional automation, and learn how to design and deploy intelligent workflows that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. Key takeaways include describing core iPaaS functionalities and operational principles, identifying prominent iPaaS solutions and comparing their features, explaining the conceptual framework of Agentic AI within business workflows, demonstrating integration of Agentic AI logic into automation systems, and evaluating practical applications where Agentic AI enhances organizational efficiency.
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