NFP Webinar - Ask the Experts: Common Issues & Challenges for NFPs
2022-05-25 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Webinar, PA, United States
Join the NFP team for a one hour “Ask the Expert” style session in which the team will dive in to the topics they get asked most about. Over the hour, they’ll cover the following:

NEW Lease Accounting
Tracking and Reporting In-Kind Donations
Updates on Audit Communication
Simplifying the 990

If possible, please send questions in advance – link provided with registration details. Attendees will receive 1 hour of CPE credit. No cost to attend.

Exit Planning Institute (Pittsburgh Chapter)
2022-05-26 07:30 - 09:30 | Duquesne Club, 325 Sixth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Fireside Chat with Mona Pappafava-Ray

We are continuing our trend of bringing high level family business leaders to share their experiences and stories with the chapter. Mona will be sharing the history of her family’s business, how she revamped the company and pivoted from a manufacturer of semi-finished tooling to a leading producer of finished tooling. She will also discuss how she manages to keep the spirit of her family present in the company today.

Thursday, May 26, 2022 – 7:30-9:30 am

Registration and networking begins at 7:30. Panel discussion from 8:00-9:30.
CLICK HERE to register
Learning Objectives:

Hear from an experienced family business owner on how she navigated a growing business with increasing family demands
Learn how she turned a lifestyle business into a growth business focused on value creation
Understand what is driving her company forward into the future

About the Presenter
Learn more about Mona Pappafava-Ray, President and CEO of General Carbide Corporation

CLE Webinar: Attorneys' Guide to Financial Analysis of a Business – Insight from a Valuation Perspective
2022-09-07 08:30 - 10:30 | Webinar, PA, United States
Join us for a webinar where we will discuss:

Looking “beyond” the numbers
Interpreting your clients’ financial condition
Understanding relevant performance indicators
Identifying strengths and weaknesses
Learning how financial statement information can impact business value

2 Hours CLE/CPE Credit
Please note that access to a computer/laptop is encouraged for full functionality to complete polling and evaluation required to attain credits.

A login link to ON24 will be provided upon registration.
No Cost to Attend

Exit Planning Institute (Pittsburgh Chapter)
2022-09-22 15:00 - 18:00 | Rivers Club, 301 Grant Street, Suite 411, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219
Panel Conversation with the LaCarte Family

We are continuing our trend of bringing high-level family business leaders to discuss their experiences and stories with the chapter. The LaCarte family will be sharing the history of their business, the challenges they have overcome and what the future holds for them as they continue to build upon the successful dry cleaning business that got them started decades ago.

Thursday, September 22, 2022 – 3:00 to 6:00 pm

CLICK HERE to register
Learning Objectives:

Hear from an exceptional family that has developed a system to allow all five brothers to grow and thrive within a family business
Learn how they structured their company to minimize family feuds and allow everyone the autonomy to build their segment of the company
Understand what is driving them to continue to grow together as a family business

About the Presenters
Learn from industry experts Jack LaCarte, John LaCarte, President, LaCarte Enterprises, Inc., Mike LaCarte, David LaCarte, President of Model Apparel, LaCarte Enterprises, Inc., Joe LaCarte, President of Model Uniforms, LaCarte Enterprises, Inc., Dan LaCarte, President of Model Cleaners, LaCarte Enterprises, Inc., and Ann Dugan, Family Business Advisor and Moderator.

CLE Webinar: Hot Topics in Business Valuation
2023-03-08 08:30 - 10:30 | Webinar, PA, United States
Join us for a webinar where we will discuss:

Impact of economy on value
Circumstances prompting a valuation
Difference between transaction price and FMV
Other trends impacting the business environment

2 Hours CLE/CPE Credit
Please note that access to a computer/laptop is encouraged for full functionality to complete polling and evaluation required to attain credits.

Note: We will be using Zoom for this webinar. A login link will be provided upon registration.
No Cost to Attend

Non-Profit Seminar (In-Person)
2023-05-30 08:30 - 10:30 | NOVA Place, 100 S. Commons, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212
This in-person CPE program will provide an opportunity for you to network with your peers in the Pittsburgh community.
GYF’s non-profit professionals will review a variety of common challenges and issues faced by many of the organizations we work with and provide a forum for participants to learn and share their experiences.
Topics to be covered include:

A&A Update – Overview of Timely Topics
Practical Applications of New Lease Guidance
Internal Controls & Fraud
NFP Tax Reporting Considerations

Earn 2 CPE Credit Hours. No cost to attend, but advance registration is requested.

The program will be held in the NOVA Place Conference Center (NPCC) at 100 S. Commons, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Click Here for NOVA Place building and garage map. Cost for parking in the garage is $10 for 2-3 hours.

For easiest access, enter the parking garage at Gate 4/Visitor Entrance. Stay in the leftmost lanes when you enter.
Take the nearest elevator (look for the elevator that says CENTRAL 2) up to the Plaza Level of the concourse.
Head straight out the doors behind the security desk and make a left at the Pittsburgh Tech Council – the NPCC is all the way down on your right.
You can also park near the Plaza Elevators and that will take you right up to the outside Plaza – also make a left at the PTC.

PANO Webinar - Finance and Operations
2023-05-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, PA, United States
Virtual Standards for Excellence® Implementation Workshop Series (4 of 6)
This interactive webinar covers the fourth Guiding Principle of the Standards for Excellence: Finance and Operations. We’ll look at things like steps in the budget process, the Form 990, purchasing policies, crisis and disaster planning, IT planning, engaging the public, and more. We’ll provides lots of tools and resources for putting the information shared into practice.
Moderated by: Heather Giampapa, Director of Standards for Excellence and Development, PANO
Presented by: Standards for Excellence Licensed Consultant Cindy Bergvall, CPA
Sponsored by: Grossman Yanak & Ford LLP
Click here for additional details regarding cost and registration.

PittNUG – NetSuite User Group Meeting
2023-06-07 08:30 - 10:30 | NOVA Place, 100 S. Commons, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212
Join the Pittsburgh Area NetSuite Users Group, the GYF ERP Solutions Group
and other NetSuite Users for this in-person event.
We will discuss a variety of topics, including:

User Group Updates and Announcements
NetSuite 2023.1 Release
Tech Talk
Third-party Spotlight
More details TBD

Email contact@pittnug.org for more information
Nova Place Conference Center | Nova Place

CLE Webinar: Ask the Experts - A Valuation Round Table
2023-06-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar, PA, United States
This 1 hour CLE webinar will cover frequently asked questions that the Valuation Team receives. Please submit any question suggestions on the registration page by June 14. Due to potential volume of questions received, if we cannot get to your question during the webinar, a Valuation Team member will contact you afterward.
1 Hour CLE/CPE Credit
Please note that access to a computer/laptop is encouraged for full functionality to complete polling and evaluation required to attain credits.

Note: We will be using Zoom for this webinar. A login link will be provided upon registration.
No Cost to Attend

CLE Webinar: Ask the Experts - A Valuation Roundtable on the Use of Financial Experts in Legal Matters
2023-09-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar, PA, United States
This 1 hour CLE webinar will cover frequently asked questions that the Valuation Team receives. Please submit any question suggestions on the registration page by September 7. Due to potential volume of questions received, if we cannot get to your question during the webinar, a Valuation Team member will contact you afterward.
1 Hour CLE/CPE Credit
Please note that access to a computer/laptop is encouraged for full functionality to complete polling and evaluation required to attain credits.

Note: We will be using Zoom for this webinar. A login link will be provided upon registration.
No Cost to Attend

GYF Not-for-Profit Webinar
2023-11-16 10:00 - 11:30 | Webinar, PA, United States
Looking at the Top Line: Understanding Contributions vs. Exchange Transactions
Thursday, November 16 – 10:00-11:30 am
Presented by: Megan Troxell, Partner – GYF A&A Services Group
This interactive webinar is offered in partnership with RMU’s Bayer Center for Nonprofit Management
Nonprofit organizations often have multiple streams of incoming funds. From contributions to program fees, grants, split-interest agreements and beyond, this course will focus on identifying and distinguishing between contributions and exchange transactions. Megan will discuss how to present this information in the financial statements and how to budget and forecast these transactions. The program will also cover how the Finance team can communicate with the Development team so that messaging is clear and understandable to your Organization’s Board and outside stakeholders. Earn 1.5 CPE hours

Our guests should use promo code GYF100 to register free of charge.

Click here to view entire catalog of fall courses, including class descriptions, instructor bios and more

CLE Webinar: Valuation Considerations for Transactions
2023-12-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar, PA, United States
1 Hour CLE/CPE Credit
Please note that access to a computer/laptop is encouraged for full functionality to complete polling and evaluation required to attain credits.

Note: We will be using Zoom for this webinar. A login link will be provided upon registration.
No Cost to Attend

PittNUG – NetSuite User Group Meeting
2024-02-22 08:30 - 10:30 | NOVA Place, 100 S. Commons, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212
Join the Pittsburgh Area NetSuite Users Group, the
GYF ERP Solutions Group and other NetSuite Users.
At this in-person event, we will discuss a variety of topics, including:

NetSuite 2024.1 Release Preview/Schedule
Highlight of 2024.1 Enhancements
NetSuite Spotlight
NetSuite Ship Central
NetSuite Pay
Third Party Spotlight

Email contact@pittnug.org for more information
Click Here to download a Map of the Nova Place Conference Center and Parking Garage

Pittsburgh Smart Business Dealmakers M&A Conference
2024-02-29 08:00 - 17:30 | Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 600 Commonwealth Pl, Gateway Ctr,, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
The Smart Business Dealmakers Conference connects hundreds of local dealmakers — from middle-market CEOs to top investors and lenders to leading M&A advisers. Sessions focus on the Evolving M&A Landscape with discussions about how high interest rates, political uncertainty and the rise of AI impact dealmaking. Click here for a schedule and details about the day’s events.
Use promo code “GYF150” to save $150 on your registration.

CLE Webinar: Estate Planning in the Current Environment
2024-03-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar, PA, United States

GYF Not-for-Profit Webinar
2024-05-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar, PA, United States
Expense Allocations and Budgeting Best Practices
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 – 10:00-11:00 am
Presented by: Megan Troxell, Partner – GYF A&A Services Group
This interactive webinar is offered in partnership with RMU’s Bayer Center for Nonprofit Management
Managing your nonprofit’s expenses is important in determining the organization’s performance against goals and objectives. This course will focus on allocating expenses among various programs and supporting services. We will discuss the different methodologies for expense allocations and considerations for choosing the most accurate methodology. We will also review best practices for budgeting for expenses. Earn 1.0 CPE hours

Click here to view entire catalog of fall courses, including class descriptions, instructor bios and more

PittNUG – NetSuite User Group Meeting (Virtual)
2024-06-13 08:30 - 10:30 | Webinar, PA, United States
Join the Pittsburgh Area NetSuite Users Group, the
GYF ERP Solutions Group and other NetSuite Users.
At this online event, we will discuss a variety of topics, including:

NetSuite SuiteApps – New and Improved for all verticals
Back to Basics – New Employee Onboarding, Employee Audit logs, Users, Roles, Permissions, etc.
NetSuite Health Check for process performance

Email contact@pittnug.org for more information; Zoom link provided at registration

ACBA CLE Presented by GYF
2024-10-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Dollar Bank Corporate HQ, 20 Stanwix Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
GYF’s Melissa Bizyak & Brad Matthews will discuss the dynamics that impact value of privately held businesses and review critical considerations applicable to the legal community serving clients in the estate planning arena.
This program is only being offered live, in-person at Dollar Bank Corporate Headquarters in downtown Pittsburgh.

*This program has been approved for 1 hour of Substantive CLE credit and also qualifies for 1 hour of credit under the West Virginia Rules for Mandatory Continuing Legal Education.
Visit the ACBA website for more details and registration link

PittNUG – NetSuite User Group Meeting
2024-10-24 08:30 - 10:30
Join the Pittsburgh Area NetSuite Users Group, the
GYF ERP Solutions Group and other NetSuite Users.

This event will be held in-person and available to attend remotely.*
Topics to be discussed include:

SuiteWorld 2024 review
Release 2024.2 – examination of the update
Upgrade to Electronic Bank Payments
New SuiteApps
AI and UI information from SuiteWorld

Email contact@pittnug.org to register

*physical meeting location and Zoom link will be provided at registration

GYF CPE Day
2024-11-13 08:00 - 16:00
Our annual Day of Continuing Professional Education is an invitation-only event. Please contact Mary Lou Harrison at harrison@gyf.com for more information.

GYF Not-for-Profit Webinar
2025-02-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar, PA, United States
Go with the (Cash) Flow
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 – 10:00-11:00 am
Presented by: Megan Troxell, Partner – GYF A&A Services Group
This interactive webinar is offered in partnership with RMU’s Bayer Center for Nonprofit Management
The statement of cash flows tracks the inflow and outflow of cash. We’ll look at how this statement helps you manage your organization’s cash position and how it complements the other financial statements. We’ll present different options for the manner in which the statement of cash flows can be prepared (the direct method or indirect method) and address specific considerations for nonprofits. By the end, you’ll have a stronger understanding of how to interpret your organization’s cash flows. Earn 1.0 CPE hours

GYF guests can use promo code GYF-SP25 to waive registration fees

Click here to view entire catalog of fall courses, including class descriptions, instructor bios and more

Pittsburgh Smart Business Dealmakers M&A Conference
2025-02-27 08:00 - 17:30 | Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 600 Commonwealth Pl, Gateway Ctr,, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
The Smart Business Dealmakers Conference connects hundreds of local dealmakers — from middle-market CEOs to top investors and lenders to leading M&A advisers. With sessions ranging from raising capital to selling companies, the conference covers the breadth of the M&A landscape. Click here for a schedule and details about the day’s events.
Use promo code “GYF250” to save $250 on your registration.

GYF Business Valuation Webinar
2025-03-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar, PA, United States
The Role of Financial Experts in Shareholder Dispute Resolution (Part I)
Professionals from GYF’s Business Valuation & Litigation Support Services Group will discuss best practices when valuing businesses in this context. A second webinar, scheduled for May 8, will focus on recent court cases.
1 Hour CLE/CPE Credit
Please note that access to a computer/laptop is encouraged for full functionality to complete polling and evaluation required to attain credits.

No Cost to Attend
Note: We will be using Zoom for this webinar. A login link will be provided upon registration.

PittNUG – NetSuite User Group Meeting (Virtual)
2025-03-26 08:30 - 10:30 | Webinar, PA, United States
Join the Pittsburgh Area NetSuite Users Group, the
GYF ERP Solutions Group and other NetSuite Users.
At this online event, we will discuss a variety of topics, including:

New Release Updates
Industry-Specific Hot Topics
Essential Financial Features Everyone Should Be Using
Bill Capture Demo
NetSuite Tips & Tricks

Email contact@pittnug.org for more information; Zoom link will be provided when you register

All current NetSuite users or anyone looking for a new ERP system are invited to attend!

PittNUG Webinar
2025-04-30 12:00 - 12:30 | Webinar, PA, United States
Join the Pittsburgh Area NetSuite Users Group
WEBINAR: Wednesday, April 30 – 12:00-12:30 pm
To review NetSuite’s Bill Capture and 3 Way Match capabilities
Email contact@pittnug.org for more information
Zoom link will be provided when you register
Recordings of past webinars can be found on the PittNUG website

GYF Business Valuation Webinar
2025-05-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar, PA, United States
The Role of Financial Experts in Shareholder Dispute Resolution (Part II)
Professionals from GYF’s Business Valuation & Litigation Support Services Group will continue the discussion from the previous webinar with a focus on recent court cases related to this topic.
1 Hour CLE/CPE Credit
Please note that access to a computer/laptop is encouraged for full functionality to complete polling and evaluation required to attain credits.

No Cost to Attend
Note: We will be using Zoom for this webinar. A login link will be provided upon registration.

PittNUG – NetSuite User Group Meeting
2025-06-26 08:30 - 10:30 | GYF Offices (4 Gateway Center), 444 Liberty Avenue, Suite 500, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222
Join the Pittsburgh Area NetSuite Users Group, the GYF ERP Solutions Group and other NetSuite Users. This event will be held in-person and is also available to attend online.

We welcome three PittNUG members and NetSuite users to discuss:

Best Practices for Managing Your NetSuite – Jessica McKnight, NetSuite ERP Systems Specialist, Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
Leveraging Google Cloud as a Centralized Data Warehouse for Cross-System Reporting – Bryan Bishop, CIO, Live Events Productions
Custom Appointment Reminders and Invoice Charges – Patrick McCormack, NetSuite Administrator, TarpStop LLC

Additional topics include:

Dunning module overview/demo
Custom Signature Capture Suitelet
Expanding the possibilities of native PDF Forms
Automating Intercompany Transactions for Inventory and Non-Inventory Transactions

Please email contact@pittnug.org to register in order to receive a security code to enter the building or the Zoom link to join remotely.

GYF Tax Webinar - OBBBA
2025-07-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar, PA, United States
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is a massive legislation package that includes numerous tax provisions. In this webinar, GYF tax professionals will review the key changes and discuss their impact on businesses and individual taxpayers.
1 Hour CPE Credit
Please note that access to a computer/laptop is encouraged for full functionality to complete polling and evaluation required to attain credits.

No Cost to Attend
Note: We will be using Zoom for this webinar. A login link will be provided upon registration.

PittNUG Webinar - NetSuite Supply & Demand Planning
2025-08-15 12:00 - 12:30 | Webinar, PA, United States
Join the Pittsburgh Area NetSuite Users Group
WEBINAR: Friday, August 15 – 12:00-12:30 pm
To review NetSuite’s Supply & Demand Planning Tools
We understand that every business has unique needs – whether you’re in manufacturing, distribution, or retail. In this session, we’ll walk through the core concepts of supply and demand planning in NetSuite, helping you understand how to align the system’s capabilities with your business model.
If you are new to NetSuite or interested in learning more about the Supply and Demand Planning tools, this beginner-friendly webinar is designed to help you determine the right level of planning for your organization and set a strong foundation for success.
Jordan Curry, Senior Manager from GYF’s ERP Solutions Group will discuss:

The basic principles of demand and supply planning in NetSuite
How to assess which planning features are right for your organization
The key data elements you need to have in place (item setups, lead times, demand sources, locations, etc.)
How to start simple and build complexity over time as your planning needs evolve
Tips for getting more value from the tools you already have in your NetSuite environment

Please email contact@pittnug.org to register in order to receive the Zoom link
Recordings of past webinars can be found on the PittNUG website

ACBA CLE Presented by GYF
2025-08-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Dollar Bank Corporate HQ, 20 Stanwix Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
GYF’s Melissa Bizyak and Brad Matthews will dive into the dynamic world of business valuation in an unpredictable economic landscape, and Mike Weber will review the impact of the key tax provisions in the recent OBBBA legislation.
This program is only being offered live, in-person at Dollar Bank Corporate Headquarters in downtown Pittsburgh. A rooftop networking reception will follow the program.
*This program has been approved for 1 hour of Substantive CLE credit and also qualifies for 1.2 hours of credit under the West Virginia Rules for Mandatory Continuing Legal Education.
Visit the ACBA website for more details and registration link
