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Leadership Academy

In the accounting profession, technical mastery is often considered the baseline for success. However, to grow as a true leader, CPAs must cultivate the soft skills that act as catalysts for career advancement. Leadership Academy is designed specifically to bridge this gap, offering a year-long intensive program titled "The Art of Influence & Executive Presence."  Questions? Email Amy Spencer, as@uacpa.org

Join the Academy

This program is designed to bridge the gap between being a high-performing CPA and becoming an influential leader within the Utah business community. By joining this elite cohort, you’ll trade the silo of daily tasks for a dynamic "brain trust" of ambitious peers, gaining the emotional intelligence, strategic foresight, and executive presence needed to influence outcomes at the highest levels. This isn't just a certificate; it’s a career-defining transition from executing the work to leading the profession.

 A Foundation of Professional Maturity
The academy is built upon three essential pillars designed to transform how financial professionals interact with their teams and clients:

  • Influence: Learning to lead and persuade without relying solely on formal authority.
  • Agility: Developing the mental flexibility required to navigate a rapidly shifting legislative and technological landscape.
  • Relatability: Building the "trusted advisor" status that clients value far beyond a balanced ledger.

Peer Networking: Join a cohort of fellow professionals to share challenges and spark real change in a hands-on environment.

ApplICATION Open


Location: UACPA Office, 15 W. South Temple
Instructor: Each day features 2 - 3 guest speakers, panel discussions, and a peer lab to exchange ideas and practice what you've learned
Details: Limited to 25 attendees 
CPE Credits: 32 Hours
UACPA Members: $2,000
Non-Members: $2,500

Attendees will need to complete this form upon registration

Workshop overview:

  • Nov. 6 - Mastering the Message
    • Dan Griffiths, CPA, Mackey Smith, Eric Teel, CPA
  • Feb. 5 - The Art of Delegation
    • Eric Teel, CPA, Mackey Smith, Tom Golightly
  • May 14 - Core Competencies & Communication
    • Justina Brown, CPA, Debbie Dujanovic
  • August 6 - Sustainable Performance
    • Terri Flint, Susan Speirs, CPA, Paul Skeen, CPA
       

2026 - 2027 CURRICULUM

These workshops are strategically designed to address the most critical challenges in professional leadership. 

  • Nov. 6 - Mastering the Message
    • Dan Griffiths, CPA bio
    • Mackey Smith
    • Eric Teel, CPA info
  • Feb. 5 - The Art of Delegation
    • Eric Teel, CPA
    • Mackey Smith
    • Tom Golightly bio
  • May 14 - Core Competencies & Communication
    • Justina Brown, CPA info
    • Debbie Dujanovic
  • August 6 - Sustainable Performance