About this Event
The accounting profession is evolving...
Artificial intelligence is changing how we work, employers are redefining the skills they value, and the next generation of accounting professionals is preparing to enter a profession that looks very different from just a few years ago.
So, what's next?
Join the IMA Portland Chapter for an engaging evening of professional development, practical insights, and networking as we explore the changing landscape of accounting and what it means for today's professionals and tomorrow's leaders.
Whether you're an established accounting professional, a student preparing to launch your career, or somewhere in between, this evening offers an opportunity to learn, connect, and prepare for what's ahead.
Two presentations. Two perspectives. One evolving profession.
Agenda
5:00–5:45 | Dinner & Networking
5:45–6:45 | Chris Dahlvig, MBA, CPA; Human + AI: Rethinking Accounting, Learning, and Professional Readiness
6:45–7:00 | Dessert & Networking Break
7:00–8:00 | Kristin McIntire, M.Ed.; Beyond the Numbers: Skills, Strategies & AI Tools for Your Next Career Move
Attend both sessions and earn two CPE credits.
Dinner Buffet Menu
Lasagna
Chicken Marsala
Manager's Favorite Pasta with a choice of Mushroom Sauce or Alfredo Sauce
Crisp Salad with Creamy Pesto or Balsamic Dressing
Hot Baked Bread
Sherbet Ice Cream for Dessert
SESSION ONE
Human + AI: Rethinking Accounting, Learning, and Professional Readiness
Chris Dahlvig, MBA, CPA
Tenured Associate Professor of Business, Linfield University
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the accounting profession, but where is it delivering real value, and where does human judgment remain essential?
In this session, Chris explores the intersection of AI, accounting practice, and professional education, offering practical perspectives on how today's students and professionals can prepare for an AI-enabled future.
- Identify where AI is delivering real value in accounting today, and where it is still overstated or risky.
- Apply the Human+AI Judgment Loop to a task in your own work or coursework.
- See concrete examples of how AI can be built into an accounting curriculum.
- Know what to expect from, and how to develop, the next generation of accountants.
- Leave with one practical step you can take within 30 days.
About Chris:
Chris Dahlvig, MBA, CPA, is a tenured Associate Professor of Business at Linfield University, McMinnville, OR, where he teaches a variety of accounting courses alongside an undergraduate and graduate seminar on Generative AI in professional practice. He leads Linfield’s Artificial Intelligence and I initiative, coordinating campuswide programming on AI Literacy and Pedagogy. His research explores the intersection of AI and accounting education, including simulation-based learning.
SESSION TWO
Beyond the Numbers: Skills, Strategies & AI Tools for Your Next Career Move
Kristin McIntire, M.Ed. (she/her)
Account Manager, VanderHouwen
Strong technical skills only go so far in a crowded job market - what will set you apart? In this interactive session, explore current hiring trends, the skills employers value most, and how to position yourself in today’s market. Get practical advice from an experienced recruiter and learn to use AI to support your search.
About Kristin:
Kristin is an HR professional specializing in accounting and finance hiring at VanderHouwen, a local recruiting firm, where she’s spent the past 11 years. A Portland native, Kristin is known for her strategic, consultative approach and commitment to an exceptional experience for clients and candidates alike. Before joining VanderHouwen, she earned her Master’s in Education and led the accounting recruiting programs at two universities, connecting students with employers and coaching them as they launched their careers. That background continues to shape how she supports accounting and finance professionals at every career stage.
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Event venue & nearby stays
The Old Spaghetti Factory, 715 South Bancroft Street, Portland, United States
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