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Monday, July 19, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

M100: Opening General Session: What's New from the Comptroller General?
    How has GAO leveraged technology to focus audit efforts? Learn about the initial reviews of Fed/state & local government use of COVID relief funds. What have we learned about "getting money out quickly" and what were the issues with eligibility of these federal funds? Audience questions will be welcome!...
    Speaker(s)
    Moderator
    Ann Ebberts MS, PMP
    CEO
    AGA
    Speaker
    Hon.  Gene L. Dodaro CGFM
    Comptroller General
    GAO
    Handout(s)

      Monday, July 19, 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

      President Gavel Exchange Ceremony
        Each year at PDT, the symbolic passing of the gavel signifies the change in leadership of AGA's governing body.  This year, AGA National President for 2020-2021 -- Wendy Morton-Huddleston will pass the presidential gavel to incoming president for 2021-2022, Gerry Boaz...

          Monday, July 19, 10:15 AM - 10:30 AM

          Session Break/Visit Solutions Hall

              Monday, July 19, 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM

              Monday, July 19, 11:20 AM - 11:35 AM

              Stretch Break/Visit Solutions Hall

                  Monday, July 19, 11:35 AM - 12:25 PM

                  Monday, July 19, 12:25 PM - 1:30 PM

                  Awards Presentation/Visit Solutions Hall /Lunch Break
                    AGA recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to both the association and the profession it serves. Join us for a few minutes as we present the awards for the Einhorn–Gary Award, Frank Greathouse Distinguished Leadership Award, Robert W. King Memorial Award, International Achievement, President’s Awards, and Treasurer’s award....

                      Monday, July 19, 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

                      Fun Session: Backstage Pass to Hamilton (Session is Full)
                        It's not a great time to get in the "room where it happens," but you can still log on to learn backstage secrets, career journey, and ask Hamilton cast members about anything and hear them perform and sing live while eating your lunch. Don't miss it! July 16 Update:  This event has reached... ...read more...
                        Speaker(s)
                        Speaker
                        Mathenee Treco
                        Mulligan/Madison in Hamilton
                        Speaker
                        Zoe Jensen
                        Eliza in Hamilton

                          Monday, July 19, 1:30 PM - 2:20 PM

                          Monday, July 19, 2:20 PM - 2:35 PM

                          Session Break/Visit Solutions Hall

                              Monday, July 19, 2:35 PM - 3:25 PM

                              Monday, July 19, 3:25 PM - 3:40 PM

                              Stretch Break/Visit Solutions Hall

                                  Monday, July 19, 3:40 PM - 5:00 PM

                                  M125: Plenary Session: Big Little Breakthroughs (FOS: PD)
                                    The pressure to generate big ideas can feel overwhelming. Although we know that bold innovations are critical in today's disruptive and competitive times, we freeze up when a situation calls for breakthrough thinking. The key to success is going little. Instead of shooting for a $10 billion IPO or a Nobel Prize, the... ...read more...
                                    Speaker(s)
                                    Speaker
                                    Josh Linkner
                                    Tech Entrepreneur, Venture Capitalist, and New York Times Best-Selling Author

                                      Tuesday, July 20, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

                                      Morning Stretch & Exercise
                                        PiYo™ LIVE — sweat and burn calories with fusion-style movements inspired by Yoga and Pilates. This virtual class incorporates dynamic balance, strength, flexibility, and functional training with upbeat music. All levels welcome and no equipment is needed. Registration is required.  Click here to register. ...
                                        Speaker(s)
                                        Speaker
                                        Mrs.  Elena Tercero CGFM, CPA, CGMA
                                        Co-Deputy State Auditor
                                        NM Office of the State Auditor

                                          Tuesday, July 20, 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

                                          T100: Plenary Session: Digital Body Language: Collaborate Faster and Further, Together (FOS: PD)
                                            Email replies that show up a week later. Video chats full of “oops... sorry no you go” and “can you hear me?!” Ambiguous text messages. Is it any wonder communication takes us so much time and effort to figure out? How did we lose our innate capacity to understand each... ...read more...
                                            Speaker(s)
                                            Moderator
                                            Ann Ebberts MS, PMP
                                            CEO
                                            AGA
                                            Speaker
                                            Erica Dhawan
                                            Top Women Keynote Speakers of 2020

                                              Tuesday, July 20, 10:15 AM - 10:30 AM

                                              Session Break/Visit Solutions Hall

                                                  Tuesday, July 20, 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM

                                                  Tuesday, July 20, 11:20 AM - 11:35 AM

                                                  Stretch Break/Visit Solutions Hall

                                                      Tuesday, July 20, 11:35 AM - 12:25 PM

                                                      Tuesday, July 20, 12:25 PM - 1:30 PM

                                                      Awards Presentation/ Visit Solutions Hall/ Lunch Break
                                                        AGA recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to both the association and the profession it serves. Join us for a few minutes as we present the awards for the Author Award, Educator Award, Emerging Leader Award of Excellence, Cornelius E. Tierney/EY Research Award, Achievement of the Year Award, Relmond P. Van... ...read more...

                                                          Tuesday, July 20, 1:30 PM - 2:20 PM

                                                          Tuesday, July 20, 2:20 PM - 2:35 PM

                                                          Session Break/Visit Solutions Hall

                                                              Tuesday, July 20, 2:35 PM - 3:25 PM

                                                              Tuesday, July 20, 3:25 PM - 3:40 PM

                                                              Stretch Break/Visit Solutions Hall

                                                                  Tuesday, July 20, 3:40 PM - 5:00 PM

                                                                  Tuesday, July 20, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

                                                                  AGA PDT 2021 Networking Event
                                                                    Join AGA and MIL virtually after the PDT session ends for the AGA event you all know and love! Learn how to roll a cigar like a professional and impress your friends with a new cocktail recipe from a Nashville-based mixologist.  In keeping with AGA's mission to support our communities, you... ...read more...
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                                                                      Wednesday, July 21, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

                                                                      Morning Stretch & Exercise
                                                                        PiYo™ LIVE — sweat and burn calories with fusion-style movements inspired by Yoga and Pilates. This virtual class incorporates dynamic balance, strength, flexibility, and functional training with upbeat music. All levels welcome and no equipment is needed.  Registration is required.  Click here to register. ...
                                                                        Speaker(s)
                                                                        Speaker
                                                                        Mrs.  Elena Tercero CGFM, CPA, CGMA
                                                                        Co-Deputy State Auditor
                                                                        NM Office of the State Auditor

                                                                          Wednesday, July 21, 8:50 AM - 9:00 AM

                                                                          Chapter Recognition Awards
                                                                            This morning we honor and recognize those members who have actively invested in their chapters’ success and represent the cornerstone of AGA’s strength, viability and sustainability. Many members contribute significant time and talent to AGA each year. Today, we recognize those who have excelled in their respective specialty - whether it was in producing top... ...read more...

                                                                              Wednesday, July 21, 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

                                                                              W100: Plenary Session: OMB and Treasury Update — What you need to know! (FOS: BMO)
                                                                                What are the priorities of the Biden Administration? What government initiatives will change, and what will stay the same? In this interactive session, explore how these administrative priorities could impact the work efforts of the broad financial community at all levels of government. Questions from the audience are welcome!...
                                                                                Speaker(s)
                                                                                Moderator
                                                                                Ann Ebberts MS, PMP
                                                                                CEO
                                                                                AGA
                                                                                Speaker
                                                                                David Lebryk MPA
                                                                                Fiscal Assistant Secretary
                                                                                U.S. Department of the Treasury
                                                                                Speaker
                                                                                Mr.  John Pasquantino
                                                                                Acting Controller
                                                                                OMB

                                                                                  Wednesday, July 21, 10:15 AM - 10:30 AM

                                                                                  Session Break/Visit Solutions Hall

                                                                                      Wednesday, July 21, 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM

                                                                                      Wednesday, July 21, 11:20 AM - 11:35 AM

                                                                                      Stretch Break/Visit Solutions Hall

                                                                                          Wednesday, July 21, 11:35 AM - 12:25 PM

                                                                                          Wednesday, July 21, 12:25 PM - 1:30 PM

                                                                                          Awards Presentation/ Visit Solutions Hall/ Lunch Break
                                                                                            AGA recognizes chapters who have made outstanding contributions to both the association, community, and the profession it serves. Join us for a few minutes as we present the awards for the Chapter CGFM Awards, Chapter Education Awards, Chapter Accountability and Transparency Awards, Chapter Community Service Awards....

                                                                                              Wednesday, July 21, 1:30 PM - 2:20 PM

                                                                                              Wednesday, July 21, 2:20 PM - 2:35 PM

                                                                                              Session Break/Visit Solutions Hall

                                                                                                  Wednesday, July 21, 2:35 PM - 3:25 PM

                                                                                                  Wednesday, July 21, 3:25 PM - 3:40 PM

                                                                                                  Stretch Break/Visit Solutions Hall

                                                                                                      Wednesday, July 21, 3:40 PM - 5:00 PM

                                                                                                      W125: Closing Plenary Session: Because I Said I Would (FOS: PD)
                                                                                                        We live in a society that often does not respect the importance of a promise. It is too easy to say "I'll get to it" or "tomorrow." In many ways, we have become numb to disappointment and broken commitments. This expectation starts to fade into our character as individuals. Alex... ...read more...
                                                                                                        Speaker(s)
                                                                                                        Speaker
                                                                                                        Alex Sheen
                                                                                                        Founder
                                                                                                        Because I Said I Would
                                                                                                        Moderator
                                                                                                        Ann Ebberts MS, PMP
                                                                                                        CEO
                                                                                                        AGA

                                                                                                          Wednesday, July 21, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

                                                                                                          Women’s Conversation Wednesday
                                                                                                            Get to know your fellow women of AGA! This event offers an engaging, sociable and fun opportunity to communicate with each and cultivate relationships. Together we will explore the challenges of the last year, how women remain resilient and how the council for the advancement of women can support your... ...read more...
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