Iowa CPA Day at the Capitol - Iowa Society of CPAs

Overview

Relationships with our state and local elected officials are fundamental to ISCPA's advocacy efforts, and the Iowa CPA Day at the Capitol is a unique opportunity all members to engage with Iowa lawmakers, gain insights into their decision-making process, and help state legislators understand the issues facing CPAs in Iowa

The profession is facing a shortage of accountants and CPAs with a declining pipeline of students entering the field. ISCPA members have begun talking with legislators about alternative pathways to CPA licensure to ensure they were aware of the issue and actions in other states. ISCPA is currently pursuing legislation to enable future CPA candidates to be licensed in Iowa upon earning a bachelor’s degree with required accounting coursework, two years of experience, and passing the CPA Exam. Building relationships with legislators is one way you can help us advocate for change. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this opportunity is tailored for all members regardless of company, position or years in the business.

Free for all members. Lunch is included.

Highlights

See the agenda tab above for the full schedule.

Designed For

All ISCPA members.

Wednesday, January 22

General Session

11:15am - 12:00pm CST Arrival, registration and lunch

Hoover State Office Building, A Level, Room 104A-104B.

Special dietary requests can be sent to Kalli Tilley, ktilley @iacpa.org

This session is available to registrants and their guests

General Session

12:00pm - 1:00pm CST Legislative priorities review

Speaker: Brad Epperly, CWL Group | ISCPA legislative counsel

This session is available to registrants only.

General Session

1:00pm - 1:45pm CST Iowa Department of Revenue update

Speakers: IDOR Director Mary Moisman and other IDOR directors

This session is available to registrants only.

General Session

1:45pm - 2:00pm CST Walk to the Capitol via the tunnel

This session is available to registrants only.

General Session

2:00pm - 4:00pm CST Meetings with key legislators and one-on-one time with local representatives

Specific meetings to be determined soon. Talking points will be provided to aid in discussions with representatives.

To make the most of your time, we strongly recommend reaching out to your legislators beforehand to secure a meeting and to ensure they're available and ready for a meaningful conversation. Find your legislator's contact information here.

This session is available to registrants only.

Leader(s):

Brad Epperly, CWL Group
Mary Mosiman, Director, Iowa Department of Revenue Hoover State Office Building

Leader Bios

Brad Epperly, CWL Group

Brad Epperly is an attorney with CWL Group in Des Moines, providing lobbying and government regulatory representation at the Iowa Capitol. Brad serves as ISCPA’s lobbyist. Brad’s work as legislative counsel involves a broad spectrum of public policy issues, including economic development, labor and employment issues, workers’ compensation, gaming, and utilities. In addition, Brad also practices in the areas of creditors’ rights, construction law, and general civil litigation. He represents Wells Fargo Bank and the Iowa Economic Development Authority. Brad serves as general counsel for the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union, and represents contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. Brad began his legal practice with a firm in Omaha, Nebraska, followed by employment as in-house counsel with Norwest Financial, a shareholder with a West Des Moines law firm, Nyemaster Goode, before co-founding CWL Group in 2023. Brad has been a regular speaker in the area of creditors’ rights. He is a past board member for the local chapter of the Federal Bar Association and has served on the board for the youth baseball program in West Des Moines. Brad received his B.B.A. with honors from the University of Iowa in 1990 and his J.D. with distinction from the University of Iowa College of Law in 1993.

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Mary Mosiman, Director, Iowa Department of Revenue Hoover State Office Building

Mary Mosiman is the Director at the Iowa Department of Revenue where she oversees the Department’s compliance, collections, and operations sections. Mosiman has a prominent career in public service. She served as State Auditor from 2013 to 2018. Prior to that, she was Deputy of Elections for Iowa Secretary of State and Story County Auditor. A certified public accountant, Mosiman earned her degree in business and accounting from Iowa State University. She is a member of the Iowa Society of Certified Public Accountants, the Ames Morning Rotary Club, and the Ames Chamber of Commerce.

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