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Get involved
Whether your passion is taking a leadership role, participating in special-interest groups, or serving your community, find the opportunity that speaks to you and volunteer.
Share your expertise and interests by serving on a standing committee. Join your colleagues to plan events, share knowledge, and broaden perspectives on the issues that matter most to Colorado CPAs.
This group focuses on attracting qualified students into the accounting profession and enhancing the quality of accounting education in Colorado. Activities include hosting an annual conference for educators; sponsoring an annual Accounting Interview Day for students with CPA firms, organizations, and other employers; participation in career fairs and on-campus activities; and engaging with Colorado colleges and universities.
To learn more, contact Abbey Aguirre, Student and Faulty Engagement Representative:
abbey@cocpa.org
303-741-8623
This tax practitioner group meets with Colorado Department of Revenue senior management to raise and discuss issues, provide input, and assist in communicating information to COCPA members.
To learn more, contact Alicia Gelinas, Chief Executive Officer:
alicia@cocpa.org
303-741-8608
The CPE Board oversees, coordinates, and monitors the COCPA CPE program, ensuring that all offerings meet the highest standards and deliver value to participants and the profession overall. The Board meets four times a year to:
To learn more, contact Rebecca Campbell, Chief Operations Officer & Chief Learning Officer:
rebecca@cocpa.org
303-741-8618
COCPA conferences are designed with you in mind – and you help to create them. As a conference planning committee volunteer, you’ll play an integral role in crafting the best conference experience for your CPA colleagues. You’ll have a direct impact on the agenda, content, and speakers. And as thanks for your input, you’ll receive a discounted registration rate. Don’t just attend the conference – be part of its foundation.
To learn more, contact Tiffany Carson, CPE Operations Manager:
tiffany@cocpa.org
303-741-8621
This group assists the COCPA in developing strategy and programming to address DE&I challenges and seize relevant opportunities in this most important area.
To learn more, contact Stacey Svendsen, Engagement and Programs Specialist:
stacy@cocpa.org
303-741-8613
The Editorial Board helps to plan content for NewsAccount, COCPA’s flagship magazine, and ensures that the publication is helpful, timely, and interesting.
To learn more, contact Kelli Davis, Content Specialist:
kelli@cocpa.org
(303) 741-8610
Pair with an Educational Foundation scholarship recipient to provide support through periodic conversations and activities.
To learn more, contact Paul Greiving, Education Foundation Director:
paul@cocpa.org
303-741-8630
This new group is exploring development of an integrated report for the COCPA, including what to measure and report. In addition, the group is looking at ESG resources to provide to COCPA members.
To learn more, contact Stephanie Bass, Executive Assistant:
stephanie@cocpa.org
(303) 741-8627
The Financial Literacy Committee works in conjunction with the AICPA and other partner organizations to develop programs that promote financial literacy to the larger community.
To learn more, contact Stacey Svendsen, Engagement and Programs Specialist:
stacy@cocpa.org
303-741-8613
This forum provides guidance on current implementation issues and legislative matters; maintains liaison with the governmental financial community and practitioners; responds to exposure drafts from GASB, AICPA, and OMB; and on a confidential basis, reviews governmental audit reports voluntarily submitted by members for educational review.
To learn more, contact Stacey Svendsen, Engagement and Programs Specialist:
stacy@cocpa.org
303-741-8613
The Member Connections Committee creates opportunities for COCPA members to network, learn, and connect with like-minded professionals through a variety of activities.
To learn more, contact Stacey Svendsen, Engagement and Programs Specialist:
stacy@cocpa.org
303-741-8613
The Peer Review Committee administers the AICPA Peer Review program in Colorado and New Mexico, with the goal of promoting high-quality accounting and auditing services by CPAs and CPA firms. The Committee's work ensures that CPAs across Colorado and New Mexico are performing work that the public can trust.
To learn more, contact Jill Turner, Peer Review Coordinator:
jill@cocpa.org
303-741-8605
When it comes to serving clients at publicly held companies, CPAs face a unique set of challenges. The Public Company Practice Forum works to improve member awareness and understanding of the issues facing publicly held companies and related reporting and compliance standards.
To learn more, contact Pamela Galey-Coleman, Member Services Representative:
pamela@cocpa.org
303-741-8616
Technology is rapidly transforming our lives at a pace that requires CPAs to continuously develop new skills and competencies. Join the Technology Users Group to discuss, evaluate, and share technology expertise with each other and COCPA members at large. We support technology awareness, knowledge, and practical tools to assist any type of organization.
To learn more, contact Stacey Svendsen, Engagement and Programs Specialist:
stacy@cocpa.org
303-741-8613
This group brings together members under the age of 40, and those with 15 years’ experience or less, to plan activities and programs specifically for younger accounting professionals and those newer to the profession.
To learn more, contact Stacey Svendsen, Engagement and Programs Specialist:
stacy@cocpa.org
303-741-8613
Begin by letting us know what interests you.
Make the most of your membership by participating in these opportunities.
COCPA Connect
COCPA Connect, our online member community, provides an additional avenue for finding answers, asking questions, sharing knowledge, and connecting with the entire COCPA community.
Add your voice today by starting a new conversation or replying to an existing thread!
Member Chapters
COCPA’s chapters bring together local members, both in person and virtually.
Click here to learn about the chapter closest to where you live or work.
To learn more about volunteering with COCPA, contact Stacy Svendsen, Engagement and Programs Specialist: stacy@cocpa.org | 303-741-8613.