WMAC Payroll Blog

June 24 Chapter Meeting

2010-06-08T08:38:00.001-04:00

The next WMAC-APA chapter meeting is Thursday, June 24th. Registration will start at 11:30 am at the Fairview Park Marriott in Falls Church, VA.

Please go to the website under “Calendar of Events” and register for the meeting.
www.wmac-apa.org

Important Note: The hotel needs an accurate count of the number of attendees. Therefore, if you are planning to attend, it is important to register for the meeting in advance. To reserve your seat, please register NO LATER than 12:00pm (NOON) on Monday, June 21st.
Thanks for your cooperation.

*** A late fee of $10 will be assessed for late registration. ***

Meeting Topic: “Updates on Social Security, Medicare, and E-verify”
Link to presentation and speaker bio after June 11:
http://www.wmac-apa.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=34
or From the website, go to sponsors / Chapter Meeting Speaker Sponsors

Speaker: Lester Austin
Social Security Administration

Location: Fairview Park Marriott 3111 Fairview Park DriveFalls Church, Virginia 22042

www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/wasfp-fairview-park-marriott/

The hotel is located in Fairview Park at the intersection of Route 50 and 495 in Falls Church, VA.
Detailed Directions Below

Lunch Menu: TRATORIA ITALIA

Focaccia Bread and Sliced Italian Bread Display
Minestrone al Romagna

Caesar Salad with Housemade Croutons and Shredded Parmesan Cheese served with a Creamy Caesar Dressing

Farfalle Pasta Salad with Asparagus and Mushrooms
Sauteed Wild Mushroom Risotto

Sliced Marinated Flank Steak with Roma Tomato Demi Glace

Chicken Cacciatore----Grilled Chicken Breast with Spicy Tomato, Bell Peppers and Mushroom Sauce

Grilled Zucchini and Squash with Parmesan Cheese

Tiramisu and Italian Almond Cake

Assorted Soft Drinks, Mineral Waters and Ice Tea

Freshly Brewed Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee and Assorted Bigelow Herbal Teas

WMAC-APA June Chapter Meeting

2010-05-06T13:43:00.002-04:00

WMAC's next chapter meeting is on June 24th.

Topic:

Updates on Social Security, Medicare & E-verify

Speaker:

David Melton ~ SSA

Location:

Mariott Fairview Park
3111 Fairview Park Drive
Falls Church, VA 22042

APA Congress

2010-05-06T13:41:00.002-04:00

APA's Annual Congress is just around the corner. You can still register for this fantastic event. For more information go to www.americanpayroll.org.

If you are coming to Congress and want to spend time with your Payroll family the host chapter WMAC-APA has put together an affordable evening for you ~ details below.

Are you planning to attend APA's 28th Annual Congress here in Washington, DC? The WMAC-APA and other local chapters are planning a Friday night event -- an evening boat tour of the Washington monuments, complete with dinner and drinks for $55 a person. The boat leaves the Gaylord Hotel at 7:00 PM and returns at 10:00 PM. Seats are limited, so contact Margaret Roark (mroark@payrolladvisor.com - 703-690-4808) to reserve your seat for a fun evening on the Potomac River.

Attending APA's Annual Congress.... Read on.

2010-04-14T13:58:00.001-04:00

Are you planning to attend APA's 28th Annual Congress here in Washington, DC? The WMAC-APA and other local chapters are planning a Friday night event -- an evening boat tour of the Washington monuments, complete with dinner and drinks for $55 a person. The boat leaves the Gaylord Hotel at 7:00 PM and returns at 10:00 PM. Seats are limited, so contact Margaret Roark (mroark@payrolladvisor.com - 703-690-4808) to reserve your seat for a fun evening on the Potomac River.

28th Annual APA Congress

2010-02-14T11:23:00.002-05:00

APA's Annual Congress offers over 170 educational workshops, the world's largest payroll, accounts payable, and finance Expo, with over 100 exhibitors, and countless networking and motivational opportunities among 2,500 attendees. Congress 2010 is being held at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center just minutes from Washington, D.C., in National Harbor, MD, May 25-29, 2010. For more details go to: www.americanpayroll.org

2010 Leadership Certificate Program

2010-01-14T13:12:00.002-05:00

The Leadership Certificate Program embraces the world that leaders work in today, with specific concentration in fostering growth in the 21st century. Attend AAPA and APA’s Leadership Certificate Program and develop your leadership skills with hands-on training and learn:
· The concept of leadership and four distinct styles
· How to build effective relationships with different personality types
· The eight-step decision making process

Attendees from the previous program have come from companies such as Ceridian, ADP, Lowes, Chevron, Sprint, Microsoft, and Nike.

5 Programs Nationwide in 2010!
· San Antonio, TX ~ February 10-12
· Los Angeles, CA ~ March 24-26
· Chicago, IL ~ April 21-23
· Dallas, TX ~ June 16-18
· Philadelphia, PA ~ October 27-29

For more information, the brochure and to register visit:
www.americanpayroll.org

24th Annual WMAC-APA Tri-State Conference "Payroll A-Z, 123"

2009-06-20T14:08:00.004-04:00

Save the date.... Tri-State is just around the corner.

September 24, 2009
Marriott Fairview Park

Will post updates soon. For updates go to www.wmac-apa.org and click on Tri-State Conference.

Maureen (Reed) Brown Education Grant & New CPP's

2009-06-19T15:18:00.005-04:00

Congratulations!!!

Katie Horvat, CPP
WINNER!!!!
2009 Maureen (Reed) Brown Education Grant Winner

Candida Lawson
First Runner Up
2009 Maureen (Reed) Brown Education Grant

NEW CPP's

Barbara Davidson, CPP
Barri Fullerton, CPP
Nini Soe, CPP

Chapter Meeting - June 18, 2009

2009-06-12T08:41:00.002-04:00

REGISTER NOW - TIME IS RUNNING OUT!

Topic: "What does the Emerald City Have in Common with the American Payroll Association?"

Speaker: Maureen (Reed) Brown, CPP ~ Past President of the APA ~ Founder and Past President WMAC-APA

Government Update ~ A lot has been going on this year!

Maureen (Reed) Brown Education Grant will be awarded

This will be a great meeting!

go to www.wmac-apa.org and click on Calendar of events to register

27th Annual Congress

2009-05-28T21:12:00.002-04:00

The 27th Annual Congress was a complete blast! To see the photos, go to www.wmac-apa.org anc click on "about WMAC" from there you can select the photo gallery.

Also, the WMAC-APA has 2 winners from this years Congress. Daniel Dycus, CPP won the 2009 Payroll man of the Year. Linda Dailey, CPP won the Donald Sharper Education Grant which entitles her to one Course or Conference that APA offers.

Congrats to our winners!

27th Annual Congress

2009-05-04T08:13:00.001-04:00

Cruise to Compliance at the 27th Annual Congress!

It is just around the corner, go ahead and register today!

Pack your steamer trunk and head to Long Beach, California, May 19-23, 2009, for 4-1/2 information-packed days at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center.

This year's Congress features more than 190 workshops covering a wide spectrum of payroll, accounts payable, human resources, benefits, technology, management, and career development topics, along with the largest payroll and accounts payable exhibit hall in the world! Hear about the latest legislative and regulatory changes from government representatives and industry experts. Network with colleagues through workshops, at our exhibit hall, at meals and evening entertainment events.

2009-04-09T09:17:00.002-04:00

Dive into a sea of savings with the Dolphin Special and SAVE $50!

The 2009 Congress in Long Beach, California, May 19-23 is packed with more education than ever.

You will get the latest on the many new laws and regulations coming out of Washington, including the economic stimulus legislation and a whole lot more.

www.americanpayroll.org

WMAC-APA - April 9 Meeting

2009-03-22T17:04:00.003-04:00

The next meeting for the WMAC-APA is April 9th. The meeting topic is "Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting". Our speaker is Frank Gorrell, Compliance Director, Global Security & Engineering Soulitions.

The meeting will be held at the Marriott Fairview Park in Falls Church, VA.

WMAC-APA - New Meeting Locatoin

2009-03-22T17:02:00.001-04:00

Effective with the April Meeting, the WMAC-APA has a new home. It is the Marriott Fairview Park. For directions go to www.wmac-apa.org and click on "About WMAC".

27th Annual APA's Congress

2009-03-05T11:45:00.003-05:00

Reminder - Save $100

APA's 27th Annual Congress is fast approaching. This years Congress is in Long Beach, CA from May 19-23. Register by March 17 and SAVE $100. For more details, go to www.americanpayroll.org.

WMAC & APA Grants

2009-03-05T11:40:00.002-05:00

There are two post below that reference education grants.

One is for the Maureen (Reed) Brown Education Grant sponsored by the WMAC-APA.

The other grants are the APA and Kronos Education Grants.

Member of the WMAC-APA can apply for both grants. Go ahead, take advantage of the chance for some free education.

But remember, both deadlines are approaching fast.

APA & Kronos Education Grants

2009-03-05T11:38:00.001-05:00

American Payroll Association and Kronos Incorporated

APA and Kronos honor Payroll Professionals for their commitment to educational and professional growth. Eight deserving American Payroll Association members will receive APA training at absolutely no cost through APA Payroll Education Grants andKronos Payroll Education Grants.

Don't delay -- apply today! The application deadline is March 16, 2009.

For more information go to http://www.americanpayroll.org/members/edgrant/

WMAC-APA Maureen (Reed) Brown Education Grant

2009-03-05T11:26:00.001-05:00

Reminder - Deadline Approaching

If you have submitted an application, but have not received a confirmation email please contact Eileen Buckley at Eileen.buckley@cort.com

Maureen (Reed) Brown Education Grant

This grant honors our chapter founder and first president of the Washington Metropolitan Area Chapter of The American Payroll Association (WMAC), Maureen (Reed) Brown

Answer just four questions to apply yourself or nominate a colleague. Grant Application can be found at:
http://www.wmac-apa.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=16

The Maureen (Reed) Brown Education Grant will be presented at the April 2009 WMAC Chapter Meeting

What is the Maureen (Reed) Brown Education Grant?

The Maureen (Reed) Brown Education Grant was established in 2003 by the Board of Directors of the WMAC to honor the chapter founder and first president. This grant will be presented annually to one outstanding member of the WMAC. The grant is for recognition of personal and professional commitment to the payroll profession. The grant is designed to help the recipient continue their education and stay up to date on payroll topics.

The recipient of The Maureen (Reed) Brown Education Grant will receive:

One year membership in WMAC-APA – AND – choice of one of the following:

· Free registration for all WMAC chapter lunch meetings & Tristate from April 1, 2009-March 31, 2010
· Reimbursement for cost of FPC or CPP Exam in Spring or Fall 2009 or Spring 2010
· Enrollment in CPP/FPC study group and text materials for Fall 2009
· Reimbursement for APA National Training (no travel reimbursement; $400 limit) from Jan 1, 2009 to March 31, 2010.

Candidate Requirements

· Current member of the WMAC in good standing
· Members of the WMAC Executive Committee are not eligible
· Grant Committee members are not eligible

Completed applications must be received by Monday, March 20, 2009
Mail To:
Eileen Buckley, CPP
WMAC-APA Grant Committee
10800 Brookwood Avenue
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

WMAC-APA Legislative Page

2009-02-23T14:08:00.001-05:00

The WMAC-APA Legislative update page was just updated with information on the Revised Federal Withholding Tables and the Revised Form 941 reflecting the COBRA Premium Assistance Payments.

Go to www.wmac-apa.org and click on legislative updates.

States holding on to State Income Tax Refunds.

2009-02-23T09:22:00.000-05:00

So far Kansas and California are holding on to State Income Tax Refunds. Will employees change their withholding? Will this new trend change how employees submit their withholding forms? Information on Kansas below.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29239280/

Payroll Education Grants

2009-02-21T20:07:00.002-05:00

In these tough economic times we know that training is difficult to get approved. There are education grants out there to help you. Go to http://www.wmac-apa.org and click on eduction.

The WMAC-APA presents the Maureen (Reed) Brown Education Grant in honor of our founder and first President Maureen (Reed) Brown. The deadline for application is March 20, 2009.

The APA and Kronos also have education grants. The deadline for application is March 16, 2009.

Go out and read what the grants are offering, you never know, you may win.

Good Luck!

APA Congress

2009-02-20T10:53:00.001-05:00

Let us know you are attending. It would be great to know who all from the DC area is going to be there.

27th Annual APA Congress

2009-02-19T22:16:00.000-05:00

APA's 27th Annual Congress is fast approaching. This years Congress is in Long Beach, CA from May 19-23. Register by March 17 and save $100.

2009-02-19T21:48:00.001-05:00

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