2025 Summer Education Conference

*Our room block at The Lodge is sold out. However, there is an overflow room block at the Hilton Garden Inn located a 4-minute drive from The Lodge at 23092 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach 36561. Click here to see the hotel. Once you have registered, you will be provided with the room block information for Hilton Garden Inn as well as cottages available at Gulf State Park.

Open to all CPAs, featuring a diverse range of hot topics to keep you informed and ahead in the field! Up to 20.0 CPE possible! All CPAs are invited to join the Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Kentucky, and Texas CPA societies for the Summer Education Conference in Gulf Shores, AL. Pack up the family and enjoy 4 hours of CPE each morning, with the rest of the day free to relax on the beach, kayak, or explore local attractions. It’s the perfect blend of vacation and professional growth, offering a unique chance to network with CPAs from across the SEC!

The agenda is below. More speaker and session details available farther down in the Agenda section by clicking the sideways triangle next to each day for a drop-down menu featuring more information. Important Note: Starting June 30th, a $200 cancellation fee will apply due to commitments with the hotel, catering, and event planning. We appreciate your understanding.

Sunday, July 20 Events

• 4 PM: Check-in at The Lodge & Conference Registration
• 5 PM: Bonus Session provided by Zoho Corp: K2's Technology Update with Tommy Stephens of K2 (Optional 1.0 Bonus Session)
• To register, click here
• 6-7:30 PM: SEC Networking Reception Tailgate (Only for those who RSVP'd in advance)
• See more details below

SEC Networking Reception Tailgate Sunday, July 20 | 4:40-6 PM

Show your school spirit by wearing your team colors and join us for a lively tailgate reception to kick off the conference! Network with fellow state societies, enjoy delicious food, and connect before the sessions begin. The reception is complimentary for registrants, with guests at $25 for adults and $10 for kids. You MUST REGISTER YOURSELF by clicking here. This page also has a link to register and pay for guests. You must pre-pay for any reception guests before arriving in Gulf Shores to secure your spot.

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From pre-event promotion to the in-person conference, our sponsor packages can put your brand in front of 45,000+ CPAs across the southeast. Check out the packages and pricing below and contact Megan Hughes for more information.