Savannah, Georgia Conference Completed
May 4 - 8, 2009

Celebrate Georgia’s rich heritage and experience authentic southern hospitality in one of the most enchanting spots in the United States. The Savannah Historic District, a National Historic Landmark, is home to gorgeous old mansions and moss-draped oaks that surround the town's 21 squares. The district encompasses the original town plan laid out in 1733 by General James Oglethorpe. You can visit such notable buildings as the Owens-Thomas House built in 1818, the Beaux Arts Edmund Molyneux Mansion circa 1917, the Spencer-Woodbridge House built in 1795, and the 1853 Gothic Revival Green-Meldrim House.

Enjoy the nostalgia of a bygone era aboard the Georgia Queen paddleboat or while riding through the city in a horse-drawn carriage. You’ll find Savannah to be a shopping wonderland, with boutiques, antiques, trendy shops, and art galleries along Broughton, River, and Bull streets. Golf, sailing, and dolphin cruises are other popular daytime activities. Nightlife abounds in Savannah and includes nationally acclaimed dining, eclectic nightclubs, and sing-along piano bars.

A 20-minute drive east of town will take you to Tybee Island, a unique place where you can spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach, exploring forts and museums, watching endangered birds and other wildlife, and kayaking or biking.

After your Savannah vacation, you’ll understand why travelers from around the world adore this exciting city!

Accommodations

Located in the heart of the historic and theater districts, the Hilton Savannah Desoto is just a short walk to River Street and City Market, Savannah's premier shopping and art spots. Renowned for its traditional hospitality, this boutique hotel was built in 1890 and still maintains much of its original charm. Guest rooms are elegantly furnished and have scenic views of the city skyline.

Basic room rate: $179 (does not include taxes and fees).

Click here for more information about the hotel and transportation.

Area Highlights

• Telfair Museum of Art
  
• Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum
  
• King-Tisdell Cottage
  
• Old Fort Jackson, Fort Screven, & Fort Pulaski
  
• Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum
  
• Ghost tours
  
• Tybee Island
  
• Casino boat cruises
  
• Riverboat trips
  
• Antebellum home & garden tours
  
• More than 30 golf courses
• Carriage rides
• Fabulous shopping

Schedule
Unless otherwise note, all courses are 6 live credits and meet from 7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Each attendee is allowed, at no extra cost, 2 online self-study credits for each live course attended. Credit hours are based on AICPA/NASBA guidelines of 1 credit hour for every 50 minutes.

Sunday - May 3, 2009	Activities: Times Subject to Change
	Conference Reception 6:30 PM-7:30 PM
Monday - May 4, 2009	Activities: Times Subject to Change
Critical Issues for Today's Industry Accountant   Michael Morgan 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM      (6 Accounting) Scam- & Bullet-Proof Asset Protection Strategies   Art Werner 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM      (6 Taxes)	Guest Reception 9:30 AM-10:30 AM Historic Trolley Tour of Savannah 2:00 PM-3:30 PM
Tuesday - May 5, 2009	Activities: Times Subject to Change
Estate Planning Strategies & Pitfalls   Art Werner 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM      (6 Taxes) What Every CPA Needs to Know about SSAE   Michael Morgan 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM      (6 Accounting)	Ghosts & Gravestones Tour 7:00 PM-8:30 PM
Wednesday - May 6, 2009	Activities: Times Subject to Change
Personal Financial Planning in Today's Volatile Environment   Jeff Rattiner 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM      (6 Management Advisory Services) Tips, Tricks, & Traps in the Budgeting Process   Ron Rael 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM      (6 Finance)	Dinner at The Lady & Sons 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
Thursday - May 7, 2009	Activities: Times Subject to Change
How to Combat Bureaucracy & Turf Wars   Ron Rael 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM      (6 Business Management & Organization) World's Liveliest Accounting Update   Rod Redding 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM      (6 Accounting)	Tybee Island Light Station & Dinner at Crab Shack 3:30 PM-7:30 PM
Friday - May 8, 2009	Activities: Times Subject to Change
IFRS—Closing the GAAP   Rod Redding 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM      (6 Accounting) Selecting the Right Investments for the Right Situations   Jeff Rattiner 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM      (6 Management Advisory Services)
This course is CFP Board accepted.

For Further Information on the Savannah, Georgia Area:

• Savannah Tourism Board
• Savannah Historic District
• Hilton Savannah DeSoto
• Savannah Convention & Visitors Bureau

Sorry This Conference Is Completed

Online Conference Course Downloads and Grading
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