Thursday, June 16, 2022
8:05AM-8:55AM
A - How to Become True Leaders in Diversity Initiatives
Credits: 1.0 PR
Kenisha Robnett, CCIM,
CCIM Georgia Chapter
,
Atlanta, GA
Receive insight into how diversity brings a broader perspective, fresh ideas and paves the way for greater access to communities, resources, support, exposure to hidden underlying issues and focused goals. Kenisha, named one of the 2020 Women of Influence, will discuss her tremendous job leading diversity efforts in the real estate industry.
9:05AM-9:55AM
B - Economic and Market Outlook 2022
Credits: 1.0 EC
Dr. Roger C. Tutterow, Ph.D.
Director, Econometric Center
/
Kennesaw State University Coles College of Business
,
Kennesaw, GA
While 2021 provided light at the end of the tunnel, the effects of the global COVID-19 pandemic continue to be felt in the real estate industry and capital markets. As we move into 2022, you can feel the transition and shift in dynamics; volatility has peaked. The discussion will dive into the most affected themes - job growth rates in Atlanta, tight labor market, inflation, residential affordability challenges and housing outlook, energy, ports and supply chain issues and transformational opportunities.
10:05AM-11:20AM
C - Commercial Real Estate Sectors Update and Forecast Panel
Credits: 1.5 ST
Michael Bull, CCIM
Bull Realty, Inc.
,
Atlanta, GA
Will Young
Bull Realty, Inc.
,
Atlanta, GA
Darrell Chapman
Bull Realty, Inc.
,
Atlanta, GA
Jesse Whalen
Bull Realty, Inc.
,
Atlanta, GA
Scott Spalding, CCIM
Bull Realty, Inc.
,
Atlanta, GA
Michael Bull, CCIM, CEO of Bull Realty Inc., and host of America’s Commercial Real Estate Show along with a team from Bull Realty will provide an inside look at the direction of the major CRE sectors.
11:30PM-12:45PM
D1 - Environmental, Social and Governance Standards
Credits: 1.5 AO
Jesse Speltz
Cabretta Capital
,
Roswell, GA
What are environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards? Define ESG, explain its potential effects, describe various ESG frameworks and share how to get started on building your program. Topics covered include why businesses, owners, and investors should pay attention to ESG; factors that have driven the increase in interest in recent years; myths or common misconceptions about ESG; how is reporting around ESG developed, and what businesses should know; tips for those looking at implementing an ESG program and predictions regarding ESG for 2022 and beyond.
11:30AM-12:45PM
D2 - Employee Retention Tax Credit: Understanding Eligibility and Maximizing Benefits
Credits: 1.5 TT
Adam T. Rimes, CPA
Assurance
/
Aprio
,
Atlanta, GA
Justin Elanjian, CPA
Staff Accountant
/
Aprio
,
Atlanta, GA
Receive the latest information and guidance from one of Aprio's dedicated ERC advisors who continuously monitors new guidance from the SBA and the Treasury, Congress, and IRS. Key takeaways include enhancements to the credit and strategies to maximize benefits, claiming with a PPP loan, easier ways to understand your eligibility and claim hassle-free and audit readiness.
1:45PM-3:00PM
E1 - A&A Update: Emphasis on Matters Related to Real Estate
Credits: 1.5 AO
Thomas E. Newell Jr, CPA
Newell & Newell, PC
,
Columbus, GA
No FASB pronouncements have had as much influence on the accounting and auditing in the real estate industry as has ASU Topic 606 Revenue from Contracts with Customers and ASU topic 842 leases. FASB topic 970 Real Estate also has other topics that can impact financial instruments, income taxes and consolidation. Discuss other alternatives to GAAP and the implications for auditors.
1:45PM-3:00PM
E2 - Real Estate Tax Update
Credits: 1.5 TT
Nicholas D. Rider, CPA
Mauldin & Jenkins CPAs LLC
,
Atlanta, GA
So much has happened since TCJA legislation, and everyone is struggling to keep up. Examples include 163(j) - options, exceptions, aggregation, tax shelters; centralized partnership audit regime; K-1, K-2 and K-3 and all those codes - K-1s are not what they used to be; tax basis, 704(b) basis, 704(c), inside basis, outside basis - where do we start?
3:10PM-4:25PM
F1 - Economic Development Panel
Credits: 1.5 EC
E Wayne Williams Jr, CPA
Tax Director
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Hancock Askew & Co, LLP
,
Peachtree Corners, GA
Brenda Robbins
Georgia Power Company
,
Atlanta, GA
Gregg Simon
Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce
,
Atlanta, GA
Barton Lowrey
Georgia Department of Economic Developement
,
Atlanta, GA
Cedric M. Matheny, CCIM
T. Dallas Smith & Company, LLC
,
Atlanta, GA
The panel experts will highlight Georgia’s foundation of strong assets, including the existing logistics infrastructure and strong partnerships with other agencies, companies, and communities. Learn how Georgia enters 2022 with a great deal of promise for generating new jobs, economic development projects and increased investments.
3:10PM-4:25PM
F2 - Evolving Cybersecurity Threats
Credits: 1.5 IT
Jeff Kramer
Aprio
,
Atlanta, GA
Kevin Walsh, CISM
Secureworks
,
Atlanta, GA
The threat landscape is continually evolving as attackers adapt their tactics and strategies to how businesses change. As organizations transform how they work, security and risk management leaders should learn about familiar evolving threats, best practice myth busters, and how our changing world influences threat exposure.