Welcome to the Bakersfield Chapter of CalCPA, your local hub for connecting with finance and accounting professionals. We're not just about promoting business growth and upholding integrity, we're about fostering relationships and creating a strong local community of accounting professionals. Because the future of accounting is anything, but by the numbers, we aim to redefine the image of the profession while enhancing the career experience of our members. In our community, you have the opportunity to connect, collaborate and grow with local professionals who are driving transformation in the field. Join our chapter today, connect with local leaders and be part of a community shaping the future.
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We had a blast at the Bakersfield chapter bowling night! 🎳 From strikes to gutter balls, it was all about great company, tasty food, and awesome networking. Thanks to everyone who came out—can't wait for the next one! #CalCPA #Accounting #Networking #BakersfieldFun #BowlingNight
🎳 Ready to roll? Next Thursday, join us in the VIP lounge for an evening of fun, food, and fantastic company! Whether you strike it big or bowl a gutter, you'll have a blast with old friends and new faces. Register here: https://bit.ly/3zzi5PT #CalCPABowlingNight #StrikeUpConnections #CalCPAEvents #Accounting #Networking #CPA
Whether it's a strike, spare or gutter ball, have a great time with people you know or make new friends. 🎳 Join us in the VIP lounge for an evening of fun, bowling, food and networking amongst fellow members. Don't forget your socks! Register: https://bit.ly/3wFBJIS #CalCPA #CPA #Accounting #Networking
As we move into a promising new year, our chapter president, Di Wu, Ph.D., CPA, CMA, shares his vision and enthusiasm for the year ahead: "It is with great pleasure and excitement that I assume the role of chapter president for the upcoming year. As we embark on this journey together, I am deeply honored to serve a distinguished group of professionals who are dedicated to excellence in the field of accounting. This upcoming year promises to be filled with opportunities for growth, learning, and meaningful connections. We will strive to enhance member engagement, promote diversity and inclusion, and foster a supportive environment where all voices are heard and valued. In collaboration with stakeholders, CalCPA remains dedicated to several initiatives, including redefining perceptions about the profession, attracting more young people to the accounting profession in the educational pipeline, and enriching our membership experiences through education, licensing, career development, and community engagement. Our chapter will offer events for all members and community friends and partners, such as a Bowling Social in July, Firm Tours and Student Night in September, ABC Mixer in October, and Membership Appreciation and Holiday Party in December. We welcome you to our events and invite you to share your valuable suggestions and ideas on how to better support and engage our members. We look forward to seeing you soon." Check out our chapter page here for more details: https://bit.ly/4dUqD3J #CalCPA #CPA #Accounting #Bakersfield
Last Tuesday, the CalCPA Institute team and the Bakersfield Chapter teamed up with local educators for an epic round-table think tank on shaping the future of our profession! 🧠💡 #CalCPA #CPA #Accounting #AspiringCPA
On Wednesday, we celebrated the Bakersfield Chapter Installation of Officers and Directors! We honored our newly licensed CPAs, recognized our past chapter presidents, and introduced the 2024-2025 BK Chapter Board: President: Di Wu, California State University, Bakersfield VP & Secretary: Fernando Fermin, Hardaway Axume Weir CPAs, LLP Treasurer: Christina Pavletich, Williams Adams & Company, CPAs Past President: Charlie McCarthy, Brown Armstrong CPAs Directors: 👉 Sergio Carrillo, Wayne Long & Co., CPAs 👉 Jared Tonks, CBIZ 👉 Dale Bender, Dale W. Bender 👉 Bre Young, DANIELLS PHILLIPS VAUGHAN & BOCK, CPAs & Advisors 👉 Matthew Phillips, Williams Adams & Company, CPAs Here's to an amazing year ahead! #CalCPA #Accounting #CPA #Leadership
Don’t forget to register for the Installation of Officers and Director’s event this Wednesday. We hope to see you there! :)
Mark your calendars for May 15th and be part of a special evening where we welcome our new Board of Directors, celebrate our latest Licensees, and applaud our 40-year members at our leadership installation reception. It's a moment to toast to new beginnings and milestones achieved! Plus, we're excited to welcome the incoming Bakersfield Chapter President, Di Wu, Ph.D, CMA, CPA. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect and celebrate with us. Secure your spot today: https://bit.ly/4cSQjwS. #CalCPA #Leadership #CPA #BakersfieldChapter #Finance #Accouting
Celebrating success at the 15th Annual Accounting Graduation Luncheon! Huge congratulations to the California State University, Bakersfield Accounting Graduates of the Class of 2024! 🎓 #Accounting #AccountingStudent #AspringCPA #CalCPA
Last week at the 2024 Kern County Career and STEM Expo was a resounding success! Over 3,000 curious 6th-12th graders from the Kern County area joined us on April 26th. We were thrilled to inspire, educate, and expose these young minds to the diverse possibilities in accounting and beyond. Thank you to everyone who explored new career pathways with us! #STEM #CalCPA #Careers #AspiringCPA #Accounting #Students
Mark your calendars for May 15th and be part of a special evening where we welcome our new Board of Directors, celebrate our latest Licensees, and applaud our 40-year members at our leadership installation reception. It's a moment to toast to new beginnings and milestones achieved! Plus, we're excited to welcome the incoming Bakersfield Chapter President, Di Wu, Ph.D, CMA, CPA. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect and celebrate with us. Secure your spot today: https://bit.ly/4cSQjwS. #CalCPA #Leadership #CPA #BakersfieldChapter #Finance #Accouting