Women

Women

Connecting, Celebrating, and Advancing Careers

Women

Upcoming Events

SIP, SHOP & CONNECT!

Enjoy a festive evening with women in accounting and finance, hosted by BDO and the Illinois CPA Society's Women's Committee. Browse gifts and products from women-owned businesses, make new connections, and enjoy complimentary beer, wine, and light bites. Bring a colleague or friend!


Dec. 9, 2026 | 4–7 p.m. | Stop by anytime
The Bell | 225 W. Randolph St., Chicago
30th Floor, Multipurpose Room & Lounge

Free admission | Advance registration required for building access

POWER HOURS

Make the most of your lunch break with casual, virtual discussions hosted by the Young Leaders Advisory Council and Women's Committee. Share experiences, exchange ideas, and connect with fellow professionals. Feel free to bring your lunch or snack!

 

Coming events will be posted here

Education

Past Events

DAY OF SERVICE | SEPTEMBER 2026

In celebration of ICPAS’s Day of Service, members of the Women’s Committee and Young Leaders Advisory Council joined forces to volunteer with Feed My Starving Children. Together, volunteers packed nutritious meals to help provide food to children and families in need around the world.

The event brought members together to connect, give back, and make a meaningful impact.

 

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