NSAC has several organized working groups that regularly meet under one of the Society’s pillars that govern the organization:
Education
Accounting & Auditing
Tax
Resources
Publications
Content
Connections
Membership
Marketing and Branding
The National Board of Directors regularly appoints task forces and has several administrative committees to help govern the day-to-day operational aspects of the Society. Members are encouraged to participate and share their talents by serving on a leadership team.
Upcoming Events
The Cooperative COMPASS 2026
We’re thrilled to announce that The Cooperative COMPASS—pointing accounting, tax, and finance professionals in the co-op industry towards an extraordinary educational and networking experience—is coming to Nashville, Tennessee, May 4–6, 2026, in partnership with NSAC’s Atlantic Chapter. Set against the backdrop of live music, Southern hospitality, and a city that knows how to mix tradition with innovation, this one-of-a-kind conference is designed specifically for professionals guiding the financial future of cooperatives. COMPASS offers the perfect mix of high-impact learning, expert-led sessions, and meaningful peer connections—all designed to help you tune up your knowledge and amplify your impact.
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What Were They Thinking? Why Good CPAs and Firms Do Bad Things
Do you think only bad or unethical CPAs do bad things and that it could never be you? Think again. This session uses case studies to understand the forces and pressures that lead to unethical behavior by accountants. Emphasis will be placed upon examining case studies to determine why they did what they did and what should have been the correct behavior.
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CMMC is Here: Understanding the Cybersecurity Rule That Impacts DoD Revenue and Risk
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is now being incorporated into Department of Defense contracts and directly affects an organization’s ability to win and retain DoD work. This session provides a practical, non‑technical overview of what CMMC is, who it applies to, and the cost, risk, and operational impacts organizations should be planning for now; while also touching on how CMMC fits into broader cybersecurity ...
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