NSAC Members may register for CLNs without charge while non-members may participate for a nominal fee.
Individuals or groups are able to participate in these online courses from the convenience of their own space using their own device and immediately put what they’ve learned to work for their organization.
Review the following list of upcoming CLNs and register today!
The Cooperative Solution: Cooperative Conversions and Succession Planning
Date: Tuesday, January 7, 2025Time: 12:00 PM EST / 11:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM MST / 09:00 AM PST
Presenter(s): Kristin Forde, Cooperative Development Specialists, Cooperative Development Services, Emily Stewart, Associate Director, North Country Cooperative Foundation, Char Vrieze, Cooperative Development Specialist, Cooperative Development Services, Dustin Wiesne
Moderator(s): Wayne Sine, CPA, MBA, Director of Education, National Society of Accountant for Cooperatives (NSAC)
Learning Objectives:
1. Converting to a worker cooperative may be the best option for entrepreneurs who are ready to sell their business.
2. Technical support for employees is available to help develop governance structures and acquire necessary business acumen.
3. Preparing the business for succession is key to a successful conversion.
Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
Program Level: Basic
CPE Credit: 1.5 Credit Hour
Prerequisite(s): No advanced preparation or prerequisites are required for this course.
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The Frontlines of Cybersecurity: Creating a Culture of Security through Education
Date: Tuesday, January 14, 2025Time: 02:00 PM EST / 01:00 PM CST / 12:00 PM MST / 11:00 AM PST
Presenter(s): Todd McElmurry, IT Consultant, Heard, McElroy & Vestal, LLC (HMV)
Moderator(s): Wayne Sine CPA, Education Director, National Society of Accountants for Cooperatives
Learning Objectives:
• Attendees will be able to recognize key cybersecurity threats, including phishing, ransomware, and SQL injections, and learn how these attacks are deployed and their potential impacts on businesses.
• Participants will learn best practices for keeping sensitive data secure, including encryption, secure data transfer methods, and the importance of regular system updates to mitigate vulnerabilities.
• By fostering a culture of continuous learning and vigilance, attendees will be equipped to contribute to their organization's cybersecurity efforts, ensuring compliance with regulations and minimizing the risk of security breaches through proactive behavior.
Field of Study: Information Technology
Program Level: Basic
CPE Credit: 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite(s): No advanced preparation or prerequisites are required for this course.
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Seeing the Elephant: Cross-Sectoral Cooperative Awareness and Opportunity
Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2025Time: 02:00 PM EST / 01:00 PM CST / 12:00 PM MST / 11:00 AM PST
Presenter(s): Cathy Statz, CUDE, Cooperative Educator, Ralph K. Morris Foundation, International Centre for Cooperative Management, NCBA CLUSA/Cooperative Development Foundation, National Farmers Union
Moderator(s): Wayne Sine, CPA, Education Director, National Society of Accountants for Cooperatives
Learning Objectives:
• Increased understanding--and stories to share--of the scope of cooperative business.
• Connections to opportunities that can advance engagement and education for cooperators--and for young people and emerging leaders entering your cooperative spaces.
• Access to resources to advance and celebrate the 2025 International Year of Cooperatives.
Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
Program Level: Basic
CPE Credit: 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite(s): No advanced preparation or prerequisites are required for this course.
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Cooperatives and R&D: Understanding Section 174 Capitalization and Tax Credits
Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025Time: 12:00 PM EST / 11:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM MST / 09:00 AM PST
Presenter(s): Rebecca Thoune, CPA, Signing Director, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA), Virginia Viet, CPA, Principal, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA), Eric Zeitler, Manager - Wisconsin R&D Practice Leader, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA)
Moderator(s): Wayne Sine, CPA, MBA, Director of Education, National Society of Accountant for Cooperatives (NSAC)
Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the Key Provisions of Sec. 174
2. Implement Best Practices for Compliance
3. Maximize potential R&D Tax Credits and Stay Updated on Pending Legislation
Field of Study: Taxes
Program Level: Basic
CPE Credit: 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite(s): No advanced preparation or prerequisites are required for this course.
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2025 Agricultural Economic Outlook
Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2025Time: 02:00 PM EST / 01:00 PM CST / 12:00 PM MST / 11:00 AM PST
Presenter(s): Tanner Ehmke, Lead Economist, CoBank, ACB
Moderator(s): Wayne Sine CPA, Education Director, National Society of Accountants for Cooperatives
Learning Objectives:
1) The key drivers of inflation
2) the outlook on agricultural commodity markets, including corn, wheat, soybeans, rice, cotton, hay, cattle, hogs, and dairy
3) the outlook for the U.S. agricultural economy and the impact of rising production costs, including fertilizer, fuel, labor, machinery, and farmland costs.
Field of Study: Economics
Program Level: Basic
CPE Credit: 1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite(s): No advanced preparation or prerequisites are required for this course.
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Registration
All registration is done on-line and each registrant must provide their name and email address.
Fees and Payment Procedures
CLNs are free for all NSAC members. Non-members may register for a nominal fee. Non-members must pre-pay at the time of registration.
Delivery System
The National Society of Accountants for Cooperatives uses the Zoom platform for CLNs. Registrants will receive login instructions in advance by email and the virtual meeting room will open 15 minutes prior to the CLN start time. We recommend participants log-in 5-10 minutes prior to the start, allowing enough time to download and print any documents you wish to have available during the course presentation. It is recommended that you test your computer prior to attending a meeting. We use polling to verify active participation and you must use the Zoom app to submit poll responses. If you are unable to use the Zoom app, please contact us for an alternative arrangement prior to the start of the CLN.
Refund Policy
NSAC will not issue refunds for CLNs. If a registrant is unable to participate in the CLN and sends written notice to info@nsacoop.org 48 hours prior to the session, a credit will be provided for a future CLN. Alert the NSAC staff member monitoring the CLN if technical difficulties are encountered and technical support will be provided to eliminate problems with future CLNs.
Additional Information
Live participation is required for CPE credit and polling questions must be answered to document your active participation. All registrants will receive an email following the session with links to the slides and/or handouts, and a link to the CLN recording (unless otherwise stated). If you are unable to participate in the live session, you can still watch the recorded session, but you will not be eligible for CPE credits. Those eligible for credits will receive their certificate by email with 7 business days.
For more information regarding NSAC CLNs or administrative policies such as complaint and refund, contact the NSAC Headquarters at 937-222-6707, or info@nsacoop.org.