THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE NEBRASKA SOCIETY of CPAs has selected an outstanding slate of individuals to serve in leadership positions for 2024-2025. New officers and board members were elected during the Society’s Annual Meeting and Society Board of Directors Meeting on Oct. 29, 2024. The meetings were held in conjunction with the Fall Conference at the beautiful Riverview Lodge at Mahoney State Park in Ashland, Neb. Since the Nebraska Society of CPAs began in 1928, member volunteers have generously contributed their time and talents to the Society and the profession. “Being a volunteer with the Nebraska Society of CPAs has not only deepened my connection to the profession but has also given me a platform to shape the Society’s future,” shared Past Chairman and Nominating Committee Chairman Lorraine Egger of CyncHealth in La Vista, Neb. “I encourage all members to dedicate some time, skills, and energy to advancing the accounting profession—it’s incredibly fulfilling and offers a great opportunity to contribute meaningfully,” she added. “Serving as chairman this past year has been a privilege,” said Society Immediate Past Chairman Kelly Martinson from Lutz in Omaha, Neb. “The connections I’ve made with fellow CPAs and our collective efforts to move both the Society and the profession forward have been invaluable. I hope more members will step up and take an active role in our shared success.” “Collaboration is key,” Egger emphasized. “The success of the Society depends on the ongoing dedication and involvement of our members.” “The Nebraska Society of CPAs has played an essential role in advocating for the profession on important legislative and regulatory matters,” added newly elected Society Chairman Brian Klintworth PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE CELEBRATING OUR LEADERS SOCIETY INTRODUCES NEW OFFICERS & BOARD MEMBERS FOR 2024-2025 BY JONI SUNDQUIST, NEBRASKA SOCIETY OF CPAs of HBE LLP in Lincoln, Neb. “Through our active involvement, we’ve worked to strengthen the profession and improve laws and policies that benefit not only CPAs but also the taxpayers we serve. I’m excited to continue that work in the coming year and to ensure our voice remains strong and influential in these critical areas.” “We are fortunate to have a remarkable group of skilled leaders stepping up this year to continue guiding our Society in a positive direction,” stated Martinson. “Congratulations to the newly elected officers and board members for the year ahead,” Egger added, “and thank you to those continuing their service on the Society Board of Directors.” Chairman Brian M. Klintworth, CPA, is a tax partner at HBE LLP in Lincoln, Neb. He graduated with highest distinction from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting and finance. In 2015, he joined HBE as a tax intern and shortly after began his full-time career as an accountant. He has been instrumental in growing the firm’s tax preparation and consulting services. While at HBE, Klintworth earned a Master of Taxation in 2019 from the University of Denver, Sturm College of Law. Since 2021, he has taught income tax as an adjunct instructor at Concordia University Nebraska CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 7 nescpa.org
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