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The Colorado Society of CPAs (COCPA) proudly presents the inaugural PEAK Colorado Accounting and Finance Summit—a premier gathering designed to inspire, educate, and connect Colorado’s accounting and finance professionals.
This dynamic event will bring together CPAs, financial leaders, and industry experts for a rich collection of engaging programs focused on professional development, innovation, and leadership.
Terrell Lamar Davis is a Pro Football Hall of Famer, Super Bowl XXXII MVP, and former Denver Broncos running back. A sixth-round draft pick in 1995, Davis defied the odds, leading the Broncos to back-to-back Super Bowl victories and earning the 1998 NFL MVP title after rushing for over 2,000 yards. Known for his grit, leadership, and iconic "Mile High Salute," Davis remains the Broncos’ all-time leading rusher. Since retiring, he has become a sought-after speaker, sharing insights on perseverance, teamwork, and achieving peak performance. His story inspires audiences to push past limitations and embrace a championship mindset.
He'll join us at the 2025 PEAK: Colorado Accounting and Finance Summit for a fireside chat.
What happens when a CPA, yogi, and business innovator walks into a keynote? You get Amy Vetter and her transformative Fulfillment ROI™ approach. Discover how personal well-being fuels professional performance—and why the future of leadership is personal.
Amy Vetter Amy Vetter, CPA, CITP, CGMA, MBA, and Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), is a transformative keynote speaker and the CEO of The B3 Method Institute and B3 Yoga. With a distinctive voice in the fields of accounting, finance, mindfulness, and leadership, Amy has inspired thousands at hundreds of events through her interactive keynotes. Creator of the B3 Method® for Business, Balance & Bliss, Amy provides ongoing learning to enable professionals to achieve their potential in work and life. Her speaking topics cover mindful technology use, change management, connected leadership, and work-life harmony®. Her prowess as a speaker has been recognized by titles such as “Most Powerful Women in Accounting” by the AICPA & CPA Practice Advisor.
💻 Randy Johnston is bringing his legendary K2 Tech Update to PEAK! Discover the newest tech, apps, and tools that top firms are using to stay ahead. Walk away with practical tools you can put to work immediately.
🔍 What’s in your tech stack? Find out what’s hot, what’s not, and what’s worth your investment.
Randy Johnston, K2 Enterprises
Day 1 | 12:35 PM - 1:50 PM MST
🔥 Feeling the stress? Doug Slaybaugh will help you reignite your passion and find real career satisfaction in his session: Fire Starter / Fire Fighter. Because thriving in this profession should never come at the cost of your well-being.
🙌 Step back. Recalibrate. Come back stronger.
Doug Slaybaugh, CPCC, PCC, CPA, CGMA, The CPA Coach
Day 1 | 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM MST
📊 Data is powerful—but only if it speaks. In The Art of Financial Storytelling with Jim Lindell, you’ll learn how to transform numbers into insights that move people and decisions.
Perfect for emerging leaders and client-facing professionals.
Jim Lindell, Thorsten Consulting
Day 1 | 10:50 AM - 12:05 PM MST
🏠 Remote & hybrid work aren’t trends—they’re the new normal. In this timely session, David Barnett shares 5 years of lessons in leading, managing, and optimizing distributed teams.
Build a better work culture, wherever your team logs in from.
David Barnett, CPA, CMA, Superior Steel
Day 2 | 2:45 PM - 3:35 PM MST
📈 The move from bookkeeper to trusted advisor is transformational.
Join our panel of experts, including Jim Gilbert and Tiffany Davis, who’ve made the leap and are thriving because of it.
Whether you're early in your career or thinking about your next step—this session will expand your vision.
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Jim Gilbert, CPA, CITP, CGMA
Tiffany Davis, CPA, Discovery Accounting
Day 1 | 3:10 PM - 4:00 PM MST
📉 Jim Lindell uses real-world case studies to reveal the subtle signs of business instability. In Is Your Business Wobbling?, you’ll get tools and frameworks to assess and stabilize your operation before it’s too late.
Ideal for CFOs, firm owners, and anyone leading through change.
Jim Lindell, Thorsten Consulting
Day 1 | 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM MST
The Summit will culminate with the highly anticipated CPAs Make a Difference Gala, a tradition beloved by COCPA members for over 20 years.
This annual celebration recognizes the contributions of CPAs who are making a positive impact in their communities and the profession.
CPAs Make a Difference is not just an event—it’s a testament to the dedication, service, and leadership of Colorado’s accounting professionals.
Take advantage of early bird registration,
prices go up on June 30.
Contact Tiffany Carson, tiffany@cocpa.org,
303-741-8621.