CFMA Webinars offer timely, on-point educational sessions presented by subject matter experts. Webinars run between 60-90 minutes in length and cover such diverse industry topics as:
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(On Demand Webinars do not offer CPE credits)
Interpreting the Complexities of the PPP Loan Forgiveness Rules and How They Apply to You: Q&A Panel
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This webinar is a follow-up to hundreds of questions generated from CFMA’s latest update on the PPP Loan Forgiveness Rules and Regulations. Learn more about completing the PPP Loan Forgiveness Application, including the latest interpretations of the SBA guidance and practical strategies.
There are no prerequisites for this webinar.
Moderator(s):This webinar will cover the history and reason for controlled insurance programs and how OCIPs work – specifically the advantages and disadvantages. In addition, discover the impact of California AB2782 that went into effect on January 1, 2013, and explore how to determine adequate OCIP limits, OCIP issues/stories, and insurance requirements/additional insured coverage.
Level & Prerequisites:
This is a group-live program at the Basic Level. No prerequisites or advanced preparation required.
CPE Credits:
1.0 CPE credits in the field of Management Services.
Who Should Attend?
CFO’s, Controllers, Risk Managers, and CPAs that provide services to construction clients and insurance agents and brokers.
Price:
Free for CFMA members and $69 for non-members.
PPP Loan Forgiveness – Latest Regulations, Guidance and Flexibility Act
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This presentation will cover the latest guidance regarding PPP Loan Forgiveness including a review of the application instructions (May 15), Interim Final Rule – Requirements on Loan Forgiveness (May 22) and the Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act (June 5). Many of the open questions and interpretations of the Cares Act and Paycheck Protection Program have been clarified with this latest guidance. Borrowers will need to understand the new regulations and guidance as they plan for and eventually file their loan forgiveness application.
Level & Prerequisites:
This is a group-internet based program at the Basic Level. No prerequisites or advanced preparation required.
Building an Information Bridge from the Office to the Field
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Covid-19 will have an impact in construction far past 2020. Now more than ever contractors are seeing the impact of not having an information bridge to connect field and office. Accurate, real-time project information is essential to identifying jobs that are at risk for profit fade and to remain competitive in these current conditions. Despite advancements and its investment in technology, your organization may continue to struggle with the inefficiencies and information gaps resulting from tolerance for multiple tools and individuals' manual processes. Join us to learn how you can bridge the gap and effectively integrate field data collection processes into a back office single source of truth for project status information.
Learning Objectives:
Field of Study: This program provides 1.0 CPE credits in the field of Information Technology.
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Understanding and Managing PPP Loan Forgiveness
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Find out what you need to know about the PPP Loan Forgiveness guidelines and how they apply to your company. Find out more and have your questions answered about SBA guidance.
Level & Prerequisites:
This is a group-live program at the Basic Level. No prerequisites or advanced preparation required.
CPE Credits:
Earn 1.5 CPE credits in the field of Management Services for attending the live session. No CPE is provided for viewing the recording.
Who Should Attend?
CFO’s, Controllers, Risk Managers, Human Resource Managers, Tax Experts, and Business Owners
Coronavirus & Construction II: Addressing Employee Payment Issues and Tax Provisions
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Find out what you need to know for your construction company and your clients regarding the new enacted laws amid Covid-19. During this webinar, listen to legal and tax industry specialists explain how to address employee payment issues, like Employee Retention credits and how to handle new tax provisions that are affecting current business operations.
Level & Prerequisites:
This is a group-live program at the Basic Level. No prerequisites or advanced preparation required.
CPE Credits:
Earn 1.5 CPE credits in the field of Management Services for attending the live session. No CPE is provided for viewing the recording.
With the increased scrutiny on employers' responses to harassment, an effective investigation is the employer's first defense against claims of discrimination and harassment. This webinar will guide employers on how to conduct an effective investigation of sexual harassment and other sensitive employee claims. Learn best practices for conducting investigations, hazards to avoid, and hear about scenarios and
real-life examples when a mishandled investigation ended up making the employer's situation worse. Topics will include: - What should supervisors do when an employee reports sexual harassment? - Who should conduct the investigation? - What should be communicated when the investigation is complete? - How can employers ensure that employees are not retaliated against after the conclusion of the investigation?
Who Should attend this webinar:
CEOs, COOs, HR Managers
Credits: 1.5 CPE credits in the field of Personnel/Human Resources
Price: Free for CFMA members and $69 for non-members.
Speaker(s):
Strategic Relationships through Prequalification
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Prequalification programs have been in place now for more than 10 years, leading to what most Subcontractors (Subs) call “Prequal Season”. This session will take a deep dive into where we are today, is the system working? If so, why are some General Contractors (GC) still afraid of Subcontractor failure? And for Subcontractors, have they become more comfortable with sharing financial information? And, if your company ‘picture’ or financial statement isn’t A+, is there anything the Subcontractor can do to ‘dress it up’? And how “bad” does a Sub have to be, to be a NO go?
Learning Objectives:
Field of Study: 1.0 CPE credits in the field of Accounting.
This panel will discuss the impact the Coronavirus is having on construction companies, businesses, employees and the economy. Learn from industry experts about how to maintain business continuity, handle Family Medical Leave Act issues, time off and telecommuting for employees, manage and mitigate risk in the workplace, and how the economy will fare as work life halts for an unknown period of time.
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Critical Insights into Opportunity Zones
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As part of the Tax Cut and Jobs Act of 2017, Opportunity Zones provide federal tax benefits to investors who make equity investments from realized capital gains in qualifying development projects. In this webinar, take a comprehensive look at Opportunity Zones and the tax and investment opportunities and implications for construction companies. A Q&A will follow the speakers’ remarks.
Learning Objectives:
CPE Information: Earn 1.0 CPE credits in the field of Taxes
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