On June 13, the KyCPA Leadership Luncheon and Annual Members meeting took place at the Olmsted in Louisville. The luncheon included keynote speaker Todd Sloves, the AICPA Director of Congressional and Political Affairs. Olivia Davis recognized the recipients of the 2024-2025 Outstanding Committee Chair Award. Continue Reading

Simple commitment. BIG IMPACT. We need your help to get access to the high schools you hold near and dear to your heart. The Kentucky Society of CPAs (KyCPA) is launching our initiative “Accounting for the Future” to align with the AICPA’s November 2025 Accounting Opportunities Experience, requesting that our total membership commit to involvement. Continue Reading

Lee Ann Watters, CPA, is a Director in the Assurance Services practice at Cherry Bekaert LLP, based in the firm's Lexington office. She specializes in serving government and not-for-profit entities, bringing extensive expertise and a deep commitment to public sector financial excellence. A dedicated KyCPA member for more than 27 years, Watters has contributed significantly to the Society’s mission through various leadership roles. In addition to her service on the KyCPA Board of Directors, she is an active member of the Nominations and Awards Committee, Finance Committee, and the Accounting and Auditing Committee. Continue Reading

Throughout the 2024–2025 fiscal year, the Kentucky Society of CPAs (KyCPA) made it a top priority to connect with members, students, educators, firms, and businesses across the Commonwealth. With more than 440 touchpoints across more than 50 cities, KyCPA’s presence was felt in communities large and small. These visits served many purposes—from advancing the CPA pipeline to strengthening relationships with current and future members. Continue Reading

The Kentucky Society of CPAs (KyCPA) recently welcomed new members to its board of directors. The incoming board members, along with new members of the executive committee and additional members of the 2025-2026 board of directors, were recognized at KyCPA's Annual Members Meeting at The Olmsted in Louisville on June 13. They officially began their duties July 1. Continue Reading