Program

Practitioner Panel: Data-Driven Decision-Making in Practice
Personal Development 1.8 CH

CorDarryl Hall, Intel
Spencer Hong, Alteryx
Kyle Schlabach, Intel

The panel will discuss data-driven decision-making from a practitioner’s standpoint. Topics include data-modeling and real-life examples of data-driven decision-making. Lessons and gaps between academic programs and practice. The power of visualization and corresponding tools (e.g. Tableau).

Teaching Data-Driven Decision-Making: Lessons from a Practitioner-Turned-Faculty Member
Personal Development 1.8 CH

Jim Hoover, Director of Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Center, University of Florida

Jim will discuss his experience as an Analytics Consultant at Accenture and Analytics Professor at the University of Florida, offering practical teaching tips. The session will conclude with time for questions and answers.

Engaging and Connecting in a Hybrid World
Personal Development 1.8 CH

Julie Hasson, Founder of Chalk and Chances

Great professors and instructors make a lasting impact on students’ lives. By helping students feel safe, seen, and stretched in the classroom, we prepare students for the professional challenges ahead. We inspire students to become collaborators in their own learning and career preparation. The field of managerial accounting is full of high stakes decisions. This presentation is packed with strategies for helping students become more competent and confident decision makers. We can all make a greater and more consistent impact on our students and our field.

The Future of Management Accounting: Faculty Panel
Personal Development - 1.8 CH

Panelists: Jim Hoover, University of Florida
Laurie Burney, Baylor University and IMA Professor-in-Residence
Margaret Shackell, Ithaca College
Monte Swain, Brigham Young University

The panel will discuss the future of management accounting, both in practice and in academic settings, and will include time for Q&A.