Celebrating Outstanding Public Service
We’re proud to honor members, who exemplify dedication to public service and make impactful contributions to their colleagues, organizations, and communities. This year’s honorees often work behind the scenes, providing effective service and leadership in both stable and challenging times.
2024 GAAP Update is Next Week
Grab your spot now for the premiere online event of the year in public finance. The packed program includes last-minute pointers on standards being implemented now and important updates on new GASB statements. Can't join us on November 14? Register by Friday, November 8 to save on your registration for the December 5 encore presentation.
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Applications Open for 2025 Academic Scholarships
Each year, these scholarships support students who aspire to careers in state, provincial, or local government finance. We offer 11 scholarships across five categories totaling more than $100,000. If you’re studying government finance, public service, governmental accounting, or public administration, please apply. The deadline is December 31, 2024.
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Disaster Finance Resource Center
Responding to emergencies and disasters might not be part of a financial professional’s official job description, but many GFOA members find themselves playing this type of role for the communities they serve, especially right now in the aftermath of hurricanes Helene and Milton. GFOA is in the early stages of compiling resources, including best practices, relevant research, and ways you can volunteer to help.
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Early Registration Discount Deadline for in-person training in Chicago
Sat, November 9, 2024
View detailsForming Relationships Outside the Finance Office: Creating Generative Relationships with Other Departments and Elected Officials (Part 3)
Tue, November 12, 2024
View detailsWomen's Public Finance Network Networking Session: Time Management
Tue, November 12, 2024
View detailsCareer Growth for Emerging Public Finance Professionals: Key Skills and Insights
Wed, November 13, 2024
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Apply for GFOA's Leadership Academy in Phoenix
GFOA's Leadership Academy at Arizona State University, March 23-28, 2025, includes sessions on developing leadership skills, gaining organizational insights, and exploring the values of public service. From behavioral insights to case study presentations, you'll gain tools to elevate your role as a financial professional in state and local government. Take the next step in your leadership journey!
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CPFO Spotlight
Sam Naik
Sam Naik is a senior consultant at GFOA. He pursued the CPFO certification to deepen his knowledge of financial management, complementing his extensive experience as a performance auditor. Through the certification process, he discovered GFOA’s resources and gained a new perspective on the daily responsibilities of GFOA’s members and clients. Becoming a CPFO not only broadened his expertise but also enhanced his ability to support members more effectively. His advice to others considering the certification? “It’s definitely worth it—don’t let it intimidate you. Give yourself a chance to show what you already know!”
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The purpose of GFOA’s Young Professionals Network (YPN) is to encourage and promote young professionals’ careers in public finance through education, networking, and mentoring opportunities. YPN is open to any active GFOA member under 40 years old. Throughout the year, YPN offers an online community discussion forum, virtual networking events, educational webinars, and a meeting at GFOA’s Annual Conference.
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2024 GAAFR
The 2024 edition of the GAAFR is your go-to resource for the latest accounting rules and how to implement them.
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