IMPACT Summit

Who Should Apply?

• Young professional CPAs
• At least 5 years of experience
• Interested in management or leadership roles
• Desire to improve communication, leadership, and networking skills

Recommend yourself or someone at your firm to attend. Attendance is free for those selected. 

The nomination process is now open. Please use the form below to submit a nomination by October 15.

Dates and Locations

Nov. 6, 2025 - Lancaster

Nov. 11, 2025 - Philadelphia

Nov. 19, 2025 - Pittsburgh

Agenda Highlights

Professional Issues Update with Jen Cryder, CPA, PICPA CEO

• Dive into the work PICPA is doing regarding the accounting pipeline and how you can help
• Learn insights gained from the national landscape, Pa. State Board of Accountancy, government, and NASBA
• Explore disruptive forces in the profession and their impact on young professionals

Mentorship Session with Alexis Mongiello and James Tomak

• How mentorship drives growth: the personal and professional benefits for mentors and mentees
• The power of communication: why skills like listening, asking questions, and giving feedback are essential to mentorship success
• Leadership through mentorship: how being a mentor helps you build key leadership traits, and how to navigate challenges

MeaningSphere Session with Adam Batchelor, PICPA COO

• Learn the communications skills required to provide effective leadership
• Build confidence as a presenter and communicator through practice and self-evaluation
• Leverage your communication strengths to maintain authenticity and credibility
• Learn how to create opportunities to leverage communication for career advancement

Cross-Professions Networking Nights will follow each IMPACT Summit, giving attendees the opportunity to network with fellow professionals, including CPAs, attorneys, financial professionals, and more. Registration is free for IMPACT Summit attendees.