For CPE opportunities in the Memphis area, visit www.tscpa.com/chapter/memphis/cpe.aspx.

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TSCPA Online Dues Payment Now Available

If you have not paid your 2009-10 dues, access our online dues renewal system by clicking on the yellow button.

If you have any questions about membership renewal, please contact the society office at 1-800/762-0272 or e-mail us at tscpa@tscpa.com.

Thank you for your commitment to TSCPA and the CPA profession! We look forward to serving you in 2009-10.

At the March 10 chapter meeting, the following chapter members were elected by acclamation as officers for the 2009-2010 year: President Brian McCuller, President-Elect Ginny Szalay, Vice President of Programs Mark McBryde, Vice President of Membership Renee Patey, Secretary Sondra Harris, Treasurer Michael Johnson. The new officers will officially assume their duties following the TSCPA annual meeting during the TSCPA Convention held June 14 - 16 in Asheville, N.C.

Incoming Chapter President McCuller is member in-charge of state and local tax with Thompson Dunavant in Memphis. Prior to joining Thompson Dunavant, McCuller practiced in the state and local tax groups at two national accounting firms - Arthur Andersen LLP in Atlanta and Ernst & Young LLP in Memphis. McCuller’s entire career has been devoted to the practice of state and local taxes, and he has more than 16 years of public accounting experience assisting clients with complex multi-state tax transactions.

Since joining Thompson Dunavant in 1999, McCuller has led the firm’s efforts in the state and local tax area. Under his leadership, TD AdVantage Tax has become one of the fastest-growing practices in the Southeast. With offices in Memphis and Atlanta and more than 15 professionals, TD AdVantage Tax is a comprehensive practice focusing on income, sales, use and property tax.

McCuller has been a member of TSCPA's State and Local Tax Committee for eight years, and was chairman for three years. He is also actively involved in the legislative process by providing comments on pending legislation to the Tennessee Department of Revenue. He is a  member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the American Bar Association and the Mississippi Bar Association. McCuller has a bachelor of business administration from The University of Texas and a juris doctor from The University of Mississippi.
 

Calling all Volunteers! Join a Memphis Chapter Committee!

The Memphis Chapter needs your help in making this year a success! The following committees are in search of members:

To volunteer, please contact
Megan Murdock at mmurdock@tdplc.com or 901/685-5575.

* Members of this committee select the TSCPA-sponsored CPE courses offered in the Memphis area and have the opportunity to administer the courses offered. Members selected to administer courses receive a 50% discount on the fee for the courses they administer. To join the committee or for further information, please contact Stephanie Roberts at sroberts@dixon-hughes.com or 901/684-5660.

 Memphis Chapter Job Bank

Welcome New Members!

Check out the most current Memphis Chapter Job Bank listings at www.tscpa.com/chapter/Memphis/job_bank.htm.
 

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As a TSCPA member you can enjoy a discount only at www.membersonvacation.com! SAVE 5 percent on your next vacation! Just select your destination, build your own personalized vacation package and save! Once you click "Book and Purchase Trip," a 5 percent discount will be automatically deducted from your total price.

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All savings based on select preferred participants. Specific rules and restrictions apply. CST# 1018299-10
 

2008- 2009 Memphis Chapter Leadership