Educational Offerings

NSAC offers a variety of educational offerings to members and those seeking information on accounting, tax, finance and business education on cooperatives. Whether someone prefers online learning, viewing previously recorded content, in-person education or written articles, the organization has something for everyone.

NSAC provides quality education and materials to members and we continue to explore new opportunities to provide enhanced education opportunities.

The Tax Finance and Accounting Conference for Cooperatives (TFACC) is the annual education conference co-hosted by NSAC and NRECA. This conference offers sessions focused on cooperative tax, accounting, finance, business, management, operations, human resources and leadership. In addition to a general cooperative focus, sessions are offered with a focus on electric, broadband, agriculture and other cooperatives. CPE is provided.

Chapter Annual Meetings are typically conducted as day-long or multi-day events with educational sessions, networking opportunities and leadership activities. CPE is provided.

NSAC offers a robust online Cooperative Learning Networks (CLNs) providing webinars with access to presentations on a host of timely topics and issues vital to the day-to-day financial management and business operations of cooperatives. CPE is provided. CLNs are complimentary for members with fees included with their membership dues.

The Society shares informative articles via online blogs and articles in their technical journal, The Cooperative Accountant.

NSAC’s Connect platform, provides members the ability to share content and experiences.

Upcoming Events

2025 Technical Exchange
January 27 - 28, 2025

2025 Technical Exchange

Unlike any other, the 2025 Technical Exchange is here to immerse you in an extraordinary one-and-a-half-day fly-in event. Join us on January 27-28, 2025, and prepare to be part of something exceptional. Collaborate with top experts and peers within a small group setting. This facilitates intimate conversations centered around the challenges specific to your cooperative or the cooperatives you're engaged with. Walk away with actionable insights and solutions tailored to your unique context.

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Educating Your Workforce on Retirement Planning
October 22, 2024

Educating Your Workforce on Retirement Planning

Discover how to effectively empower your workforce by understanding the current retirement savings landscape, including average 401k balances and industry trends. Learn to foster a culture that values benefits and enhances worker productivity through insightful education sessions. Gain invaluable insights into fiduciary responsibility and 404c protection, ensuring the protection of participants' interests. E

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Financial Dashboards for Internal Management Use
October 30, 2024

Financial Dashboards for Internal Management Use

Unlock the power of financial data for driving informed decisions. Discover the critical financial information that fuels the decision-making process for managers and the C-suite, empowering them to steer your cooperative toward success. Dive into real-world examples showcasing how organizations leverage dynamic dashboards to transform mountains of data into actionable insights in real-time. Explore firsthand how savvy leaders harness these insights to make agile decisions, seize opportunities, and precisely navigate challenges. Don't miss this exhilarating journey into the heart of data-driven decision-making.

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