Florida State University Accounting Conference

Lynda M. Dennis, CPA, PhD Related Seminars and Products

Lecturer

University of Central Florida Dixon School of Accounting

Lynda M. Dennis, CPA, PhD received her PhD in Public Affairs and her Masters in Public Administration from the University of Central Florida and her under graduate degree in accounting and finance from the University of West Florida.  She is a Florida CPA and Certified Government Finance Officer.  Lynda is a full-time Lecturer in the Kenneth Dixon School of Accounting at the University of Central Florida.  Additionally, Lynda is a contract CPE discussion leader and course developer in the areas of accounting and reporting for governmental and not-for-profit organizations. 

Her experience includes serving in a financial capacity, including chief financial officer, in governmental and not-for-profit organizations primarily in Florida.  Her experience also includes working as an auditor for local and Big 4 firms with an emphasis in the insurance, government and not-for-profit sectors. 

Lynda actively participates in committee and other volunteer work for the AICPA and FICPA and is a frequent speaker at governmental and not-for-profit accounting conferences.  She has also previously published a number of CPE courses as well as a book on strategy implementation (both for governmental and not-for-profit organizations).

Will Hill Related Seminars and Products

Project Manager

Thomson Reuters

Serving as a Senior Product Manager - Advisory in the Tax Professionals segment of the Thomson Reuters, Will has been with Thomson Reuters since 2001. Will has spent many years working with firms in a consultative capacity, and developing services for Thomson Reuters to aid in the growth and transformation of tax and accounting firms – including the Practice Forward program. Will has twice been recognized by the CPA Practice Advisor in the “Under 40” lists. In his present role Will continues to look for opportunities to help firms transition to being “Advisory Centric” in their client relationships as they grow their business. Will is a periodic blog contributor on the tax.tr.com website, and along with Paul Miller is also the co-host of the weekly podcast “Pulse of the Practice”. He holds an MBA with a concentration in Leadership Studies from Baker College and a BA, majoring in both Business Administration and Economics, from Alma College.

Amy J. Mierzejewski CPA, CISA Related Seminars and Products

Senior Manager, Assurance Services

Gregory, Sharer & Stuart

Amy joined Gregory, Sharer and Stuart (GSS) in 2005. At GSS, Amy has focused primarily on audits of not-for-profit entities, as well as various nonpublic commercial entities.

Amy’s experience prior to joining GSS includes five years with Grant Thornton.

Amy’s responsibilities have included performance and supervision of audit and review engagements and information systems reviews. She has been involved in financial statement preparation including consolidated annual financial report preparation in accordance with GASB 34. Amy has experience in a wide variety of industries including not-for-profit, governmental, healthcare, employee benefit plans, service industries and manufacturing.

Amy has extensive experience in performing governmental, federal and state single audits. This experience includes work in a wide variety of programs, including those funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the U.S. Department of Justice and various other federal and state of Florida funding agencies.

Education & Certifications:

Amy earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of South Florida Tampa. Amy is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in the state of Florida. She also has earned the Certified Information Systems Auditor designation through ISACA (formerly the Information Systems Audit and Control Association).

Professional Affiliations:

Amy is a member of both the American and Florida Institutes of Certified Public Accountants. She is also a member of ISACA.

Community and Civic Organizations Served:

Amy is an avid supporter of the American Cancer Society, serving on their development committee, as well as participating in events such as the Relay for Life. She also participates in events including the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s MDA Lock Up and the Roo Run 5k benefiting Give Kids The World Village.

Terry L. Seaton CPA, PFS, CFP Related Seminars and Products

Owner/President

Seaton Financial Advisors, LLC

Terry L. Seaton is a licensed CPA and also holds two professional certifications:  Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) and Certified Financial Planner (CFP).  He is the owner of Seaton Financial Advisors LLC, an independent, fee-only and fiduciary wealth management firm located in St Augustine Florida. Terry’s practice specializes in comprehensive financial planning and investment management.   He is a member of the Florida Institute of CPAs, American Institute of CPAs and the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors. Terry volunteers extensively with the FICPA, AICPA and in his local community.