2012 PCI PRACTITIONERs Forum

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2 2012 PCI PRACTITIONERs FORum OctOber 2012 YOUr HOStS PcI PArtNerS PCI Partners was formed on 1 July 2012, with the founding four partners Clyde White, Philip Newman, David Quin and Stephen Michell. All four partners are Registered and Official Liquidators and Registered Trustees. With over twenty five years experience and over a decade together, the partners can assist with all of your clients Corporate and Personal Insolvency issues. Now in its ninth year, our practitioners forum rebranded as the PCI Practitioners Forum 2012, seeks to provide accountants with technical information and insight into current matters affecting their practice. As a bonus for delegates in our first year as PCI Partners, we are contributing $200 towards the registration fee for the first seventy-five registrations. clyde WHIte PArtNer PHILIP NeWMAN PArtNer DAVID QUIN PArtNer StePHeN MIcHeLL PArtNer

3 AN EVENT NOT TO BE MISSED 2012 PCI Practitioners Forum We are pleased to invite you to the PCI Practitioners Forum for Accountants, to be held at Peppers The Sands Torquay on 26 and 27 October This year there will also be an optional Ambrose golf tournament on 25 October 2012, which will provide additional networking opportunities and a bit of fun at the venue s championship golf course. WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND 1. An outstanding technical program presented by experienced professionals providing information relevant to you as practitioners 2. Valuable networking opportunities both with your colleagues and sponsors that can provide support services for your practice 3. Be enlightened by Rhondalynn Korolak, who will provide an insight into the way our mind works 4. Be entertained by Marty Fields, an Australian comedy legend, over a delicious three course meal 5. Enjoy the hospitality of PCI Partners 6. Take advantage of the luxurious facilities of Peppers The Sands Torquay during the conference. BE ONE OF THE FIRST 75 registrations to receive your $200 discount

4 2012 forum Speakers In order of appearance Mathew Umina Assistant Commissioner Australian Taxation Office Mathew is an Assistant Commissioner in the Small and Medium Enterprises business line working in the active compliance area. His focus areas include Phoenix operators, Division 7A, professional practices, and the use of alternate dispute resolution. Previously Mathew has worked in technical and case leadership areas within the ATO. He was also seconded to the Department of Treasury where he worked on the design and development of the taxation of financial arrangements (TOFA) regime. Noel Batrouney PARTNER Hall & Wilcox Noel heads the Commercial Dispute Resolution practice group of Hall & Wilcox. Noel handles commercial disputes of all kinds including those arising from the operation of businesses, fall-outs between business owners, and from the acquisition of businesses including franchised businesses. He also has substantial practice dealing on behalf of clients with regulators including the ASIC, ACCC and the revenue authorities. Philip Newman PARTNER PCI Partners Philip Newman is an experienced adviser with over twenty-five years experience in the specialised field of business and personal recovery, reconstruction, insolvency, liquidation and bankruptcy. Philip s experience extends over the full range of formal and informal, personal and corporate advisory services including the preparation of investigative reports, litigation support and formal insolvency appointments. Hugh Elvy Head of Financial Planning, Leadership & Quality Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia Hugh Elvy is the Head of Financial Advisory Services at the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia with responsibility for the development and implementation of the Institute s financial services strategy and policies. He has been integrally involved with government and the regulators on the FoFA and related reforms and their implications for the accounting profession. Hugh has over 25 years of experience working in the financial services industry.

5 2012 forum Speakers In order of appearance Rob Power Principal Webb Martin Consulting Rob is a CPA with 20 years tax experience, including 6 years with the ATO and 2 years on the NTAA Hotline. Rob provides advice to accountants, corporates and non-profits on all sorts of income tax, CGT, superannuation and FBT issues ranging from deductibility of car expenses through to off-shore structuring. Rob undertakes independent FBT reviews, is actively involved in assisting taxpayers subject to ATO reviews including AAT representation and has prepared numerous private binding ruling applications and lodged many objections against amended assessments and associated penalties. Rhondalynn Korolak Rhondalynn Korolak is a best-selling author, lawyer, chartered accountant and clinical hypnotherapist. She has distilled the secrets to business and personal success that she learned while working with PWC, Max Factor, Village Cinemas and Coles Group Ltd. and produced a simple stepby-step process that you can apply to boost your influence and your bottom line results. She has appeared on CNN, Bnet/CBS, Channel 7, Channel 9, Kochies Business Builders and 3AW. Andrew O Bryan Partner Hall & Wilcox Andrew is a Partner at Hall & Wilcox and head of the Taxation, Private Superannuation and Private Client practice groups. Andrew advises on a wide range of taxation, structuring and succession planning issues, as well as ATO audit activity in the High Net Worth sector. One of his main interests is advising private business owners on the transition of management and control of family businesses to the next generation. Andrew represents the tax profession on a variety of consultative groups, including the National Tax Liaison Group. Daniel Butler Principal DBA Lawyers Dan is recognised as one of Australia s leading SMSF lawyers. Dan is a regular seminar presenter and a contributing author for CCHs superannuation services, the SMSF Magazine and a range of other publications. He is also the Chair of The Tax Institute s ( TTI ) National Superannuation Committee and is a member of TTI s National Tax Technical Committee and the Law Institute of Australia s Superannuation and Taxation Committees and SPAA s SMSF Regulatory Committee. Dan is also a Specialist SMSF Advisor (SPAA TM).

6 GOLF DAY PROFESSIONAL COLLECTION services AMBROSE GOLF TOURNAMENT THURSDAY 25 OCTOBER This year in addition to being one of our bronze sponsors, Professional Collection Services are hosting an Ambrose golf tournament for those that wish to have more networking opportunities and a bit of fun on the golf course. The tournament will be followed by drinks and canapes. Should you wish to join in, please indicate your interest on the enclosed form when completing your registration. FRIDAY 26 OCTOBER AM Registration & morning tea 11AM Opening Address & Welcome 11.15am 1.30pm 2.15pm 3.30pm 4.15pm session 1: Professional Practice Structures and Restructures: Emerging Issues Mathew will discuss structures used as an alternate to traditional partnerships and discuss how the ATO is responding to the use of these structures 12.15PM Lunch session 2: Intra-company, Partnership and Trust Disputes Noel will talk about issues and experiences that arise when partners, company directors and shareholders or trust beneficiaries fall out or come under financial pressure session 3: Insolvency Update Recent changes and developments Philip will discuss the recent changes to tax laws and the Corporations Act affecting directors together with the latest developments regarding Personal Property Security reform 3PM Afternoon Tea session 4: Financial Services regulatory update and the accounting profession Hugh will discuss some key issues including FoFA, accountants exemption and APES230 session 5: Income Tax Hot Issues - LAFHA Allowances - Tax issues for private company shareholders on liquidation - Trusts an update on reforms - The rampaging State Revenue office - Not-for-profit reform Mathew Umina Australian Taxation Office Noel Batrouney Hall & Wilcox Philip Newman PCI Partners hugh elvy Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia rob power Tax Banter Webb Martin Consulting

7 5PM Leisure Time 7PM Pre-Dinner Drinks 7.30pm ANZ BANK GOLD SPONSOR DINNER ENTERTAINMENT: COMEDIAN MARTY FIELDS Join us after the dinner to keep the night going and enjoy the hospitality of PCI Partners with our guest DJ, food and drinks. 9.30am SATURDAY 27 OCTOBER AM BREAKFAST session 6: Ever Wondered Why You Sometimes Feel Like You Have to Say YES? Do you remember the last time you bought something (that you really didn t need) but you just felt compelled to do it? Rhondalynn will reveal the scientific reason behind why you can t resist some marketing messages Rhondalynn Korolak 10.45am 11.30am 10.15AM Morning Tea session 7: Managing SME and HNW Sector Tax Risks and Audits Andrew will discuss common tax audit issues particularly the CGT small business concessions; Division 7A; capital v revenue; offshore income and the lessons for the future session 8: SMSF Hot issues - Contribution strategies - Investing in property and limited recourse borrowing arrangements - Auto-reversionary pensions in light of TR 2011/D3 - Succession to SMSFs and BDBNs Andrew O Bryan Hall & Wilcox Daniel Butler DBA Lawyers 12.15PM Closing Address

8 event information venue Peppers The Sands, 2 Sands Boulevard, Torquay Package The packages include attendance at all sessions, copies of available session papers, catering and accommodation. Payment Your cheque or credit card payment must accompany your registration. Visa, AMEX, MasterCard and Diners are accepted or cheques made payable to PCI Partners. Confirmation Written confirmation of registration will be issued upon receipt of your registration form and payment. accommodation As accommodation is part of the registration fee, we encourage all delegates to stay at the nominated hotel. Check in time is from 2.00pm on the day of arrival. Check out time is 10am on the day of departure. The balance of the room account is the individual s responsibility and must be paid prior to departure. A reduced accommodation rate is available should any delegates choose to stay prior to or after the forum; a Studio Suite including breakfast is $197 per night single share and $215 per night twin share. Professional Development Attendance may be used to accrue hours towards the Society of CPA s continuing progression development and ICAA continuing professional education. Please call the relevant body for further details. dress The recommended attire is smart casual. Cancellation Policy Refunds for cancellations will only apply should written notification be received more than 30 days prior to the Forum. No refunds will be given after 25 September Parking Complimentary parking has been organised for delegates. directions (From Melbourne by car) From the Surf Coast Highway turn left at Blackgate Road, right into Horseshoe Bend Road, left onto Pacific Drive and left onto Sands Boulevard. Further Info Melanie Krahnert, Conference Coordinator Ph Fax or admin@pcipartners.com.au

9 We would be unable to hold this forum for our insolvency network of accountants without the generous support of the following sponsors: Gold sponsor silver sponsor bronze sponsors

10 registration Form PCI PRACTITIONERS Forum 25,26 and 27 october 2012, PEPPERS THE SANDS, TORQUAY To register for the Forum, please complete the following Registration Form in full and return with your payment to Melanie Krahnert. Each guest must have an individual Registration Form. Please photocopy the Registration Form for additional guests. Phone Fax Mail PO Box 246 Collins Street West Melbourne 8007 What would you like to attend? 25 October Professional Collection Services Ambrose Golf Tournament (Tee off time from 1pm Thursday 25 October) October Regular price Price for first 75 registrations Forum only no accommodation $200 FREE Mr/Mrs/Ms Forum and accommodation king bed room $397 $197 First Name Surname Position Forum and accommodation twin share room (per person) These rates apply for Friday night accommodation only. If applicable, please indicate who you will be sharing with: $308 $108 Organisation Name: Address My spouse/partner will be attending dinner (not Forum) at a charge of $75. Suburb Name: State Phone Fax Special Requirements Postcode Payment Details Cheques payable to PCI Partners. If paying by credit card, please complete the details below: Visa Card MasterCard AMEX Diners (Please note 1.5% surcharge applies to Visa/Mastercard and 3.3% to AMEX and Diners) Card Number Expiry Date Cardholder s Name Signature on Card Confirmation of registration will be issued upon receipt of your registration form and payment The first 75 registrations receive a $200 discount Please note: This document will be a TAX INVOICE when you make payment. Please retain a copy for your records. ABN Privacy Statement: PCI Partners respects the privacy of individuals and acknowledges that the information you provide on this form is personal information as defined by the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act This information is being collected for the purposes of processing your registration and providing you with information (via and or mail) on upcoming events and specific products and services provided by PCI Partners and the sponsors of the PCI Practitioners Forum. The provision of this information is voluntary, but if it is not provided, PCI Partners may be unable to process your registration.

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