Total Credits: 16
Tags: Conference TXCPA Produced
This is the 2022 Texas CPA Technology Conference.
Session titles are coming soon and will be posted here as they become available.
TXCPA Technology Conference.pdf (35.5 MB) | Available after Purchase |
Randy Johnston is a nationally recognized educator, consultant, and writer with over 40 years experience in Strategic Technology Planning, Accounting Software Selection, Paperless, Systems and Network Integration, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning, Business Development and Management, Process Engineering and outsourced managed services.
Stephen M. Yoss, Jr., CPA, MS, is a certified public accountant, the senior technology strategist and partner of Devmatics, a continuing education instructor for financial professionals, and a licensed pyrotechnician. While his interests and skills are varied, they all share a common thread—his love for and skill in finding technology-based solutions.
At age 10, Stephen began working with technology; he started his first IT company at just 13, which focused on designing web applications for local businesses. At 15, he began writing original computer code and has been designing and implementing technological solutions continuously since then.
Stephen is a graduate of Loyola Marymount University, with degrees in Accountancy and International Business. While at Loyola, he served the campus as student body president and as the student representative to the Board of Trustees. He has a Master’s of Science degree in Information Systems and Technology from Claremont Graduate University with a concentration in Geographic Information Systems.
In 2017, Stephen formed Devmatics, a company focused on helping organizations develop technology strategies to streamline their business operations. He specializes in taking on high-difficulty, mission-critical organizational issues that require technological expertise and an ability to find solutions to problems that no one else can answer. With all of his clients, he emphasizes the need to embrace technology at every opportunity and utilize the latest technological trends and breakthroughs in order to gain a competitive advantage while increasing efficiency and productivity.
Prior to starting Devmatics, Stephen worked as an accountant in his family’s practice, Yoss & Allen. At Yoss & Allen, he completely redesigned the firm’s technology practices and instituted a technological infrastructure to streamline the firm’s practices and allow them strategic flexibility. Many of the technologies, strategies, and concepts that Stephen uses himself (and consults companies on how to use) were designed, perfected, and implemented to help his family’s business and their clients. In addition to his time with Yoss & Allen, Stephen worked in New Zealand as a management accountant.
Since 2009, Stephen has also been teaching continuing professional education, providing written, webcast, in-house, and live instruction. He has presented to thousands of practitioners worldwide on topics such as cloud computing, mobile technology, Excel tips and best practices, data modeling and analysis, big data, information security, identity theft prevention, and more.
Stephen is also a professionally licensed pyrotechnician and works on major fireworks displays throughout the nation for Pyro Spectaculars, North America’s largest full-service fireworks display production company. He’s proud to have helped produce incredible displays, including the Macy’s July 4th Spectacular in New York City, the 75th Anniversary of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, KGB Skyshow in San Diego, and many more.
Whether it’s teaching in the classroom, consulting clients in a boardroom, or shooting a fireworks display, Stephen brings passion, hard work, value—and above all else—technological expertise to each of his clients. With an open, honest approach, he creates a unique strategy for each client specifically designed to benefit their needs and streamline their operations in order to create efficiency and maximize their financial potential.
Stephen calls Big Bear Lake, CA, home; when he’s not at the desk, in a boardroom, at the podium, or producing a fireworks display, he spends as much time as he can pursuing his other passions. He is an avid music lover and attends multiple festivals each year. At the Burning Man, Stephen helps setup and produce pyrotechnic displays for the city. In Big Bear Lake, he regularly volunteers his time to perform various community services. He’s also an avid outdoorsman and regularly carves out time to scuba dive, camp, hike, and photograph both close to home with family and friends and on his many travels.
Tommy Stephens received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree (Major in Accounting) from Auburn University in 1985. Upon graduation, Mr. Stephens began working for an Atlanta-based public accounting firm. After earning his designation as a Certified Public Accountant, Mr. Stephens worked for BellSouth Corporation in Atlanta as an Internal Auditor. After two years as an auditor, he was promoted to Staff Manager and then Operations Manager of the Internal Audit Group. In 1991, he transferred to the Comptrollers’ department of BellSouth and served as Manager of the Cost Accounting organization. While working full-time at BellSouth Corporation, Mr. Stephens also attended graduate school, earning a Masters of Science (Major in Finance) from Georgia State University in 1992.
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May 05, 2022 @ 08:00 AM (CDT) |
Tech Update 2022
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Randy Johnston
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Total Credits: 2.0 including 2.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 1 hour 40 minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 05, 2022 @ 09:55 AM (CDT) |
Options to Automate your Tax Preparation Workflow
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Randy Johnston
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Total Credits: 2.0 including 2.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 1 hour 40 minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 05, 2022 @ 09:55 AM (CDT) |
Eight Awesome Pivot Table Features
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Thomas Stephens
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Total Credits: 2.0 including 2.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 1 Hour 40 Minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 05, 2022 @ 09:55 AM (CDT) |
Emerging Topics in Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
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Stephen Yoss
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Total Credits: 2.0 including 2.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 1 Hour 40 Minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 05, 2022 @ 12:30 PM (CDT) |
The Hows and Whys of Data Analytics
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Thomas Stephens
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Total Credits: 2.0 including 2.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 1 Hour 40 Minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 05, 2022 @ 12:30 PM (CDT) |
CPA Firm Technology for the Future
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Randy Johnston
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Total Credits: 2.0 including 2.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 1 hour 40 minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 05, 2022 @ 12:30 PM (CDT) |
Tales of True Tech Crimes Ripped From The Headlines
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Stephen Yoss
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Total Credits: 2.0 including 2.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 1 Hour 40 Minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 05, 2022 @ 02:25 PM (CDT) |
Windows 11 - What End Users Need To Know
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Thomas Stephens
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Total Credits: 2.0 including 2.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 1 Hour 40 Minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 06, 2022 @ 08:00 AM (CDT) |
Security Risks and Solutions Roundtable
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Randy Johnston
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Total Credits: 2.0 including 2.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 1 Hour 40 Minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 06, 2022 @ 09:55 AM (CDT) |
Automation for Increasing Personal Efficiency and Effectiveness
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Stephen Yoss
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Total Credits: 2.0 including 2.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 1 Hour 40 Minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 06, 2022 @ 09:55 AM (CDT) |
The Best Small Business Accounting Tools
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Thomas Stephens
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Total Credits: 2.0 including 2.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 1 Hour 40 Minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 06, 2022 @ 09:55 AM (CDT) |
Safeguarding Taxpayer Data - A Guide for Your Required Security Plan
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Randy Johnston
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Total Credits: 2.0 including 2.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 1 Hour 40 Minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 06, 2022 @ 12:30 PM (CDT) |
Implementing Data Loss Prevention for Better Security and Privacy
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Randy Johnston
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Total Credits: 1.0 including 1.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 50 minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 06, 2022 @ 12:30 PM (CDT) |
How to Run Microsoft Office from the Cloud
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Thomas Stephens
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Total Credits: 1.0 including 1.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 50 minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 06, 2022 @ 12:30 PM (CDT) |
Accounting Automation
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Stephen Yoss
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Total Credits: 1.0 including 1.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 50 minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 06, 2022 @ 01:30 PM (CDT) |
Supercharging Your Spreadsheet Collaboration
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Stephen Yoss
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Total Credits: 1.0 including 1.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 50 minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 06, 2022 @ 01:30 PM (CDT) |
Privacy Issues and Solutions - What You Need To Know
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Thomas Stephens
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Total Credits: 1.0 including 1.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 50 minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 06, 2022 @ 01:30 PM (CDT) |
Choosing your Mid-Market Accounting Solution
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Randy Johnston
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Total Credits: 1.0 including 1.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 50 minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
May 06, 2022 @ 02:35 PM (CDT) |
The K2 Team's Top Productivity Tips and Tricks
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Stephen Yoss
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Total Credits: 2.0 including 2.0 Information Technology - Technical | Live Webcast | 1 Hour 40 Minutes | More info » | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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