AHIA 2005 ANNUAL CONFERENCE 21
Continuing Professional Education Credits NASBA continuing professional education credits (CPE) are available for this conference. Sessions are designed for all levels of auditors. A minimum of one year of experience is recommended. The program is structured to meet the NASBA standards for CPE credits. The individual participant is required for fulfilling any special requirements of their respective state.
Earn up to:

• 18 CPE credits through their State Board of Accountancy

• by attending the entire
  conference (workshops and
  general sessions)

• 4 CPE credits per each
  optional session

• 4 CPE credits for each part of
  the CIA exam review

AHIA is registered with the National Association of State Board of Accountancy as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors,
150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700,
Nashville, TN 37219-2417.
Web site: www.nasba.org.
CPE credits are based on a 50-minute hour.

Registration & Fees
Registration form available on inside back cover. It can be mailed or faxed to AHIA headquarters, or submitted online. Registrations will not be accepted by phone. The fee includes admittance to all educational sessions (except for optional Saturday and Sunday sessions); course materials and handouts; continental breakfasts on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday; Monday and Tuesday’s luncheons; all breaks; the Monday evening Welcome Reception (includes 1-drink ticket); a conference T-shirt; and conference portfolio.

Registration Hours
The registration desk will be open during the following hours for attendees to pick up registration materials.

• Saturday, 10/8 7:45 a.m. - 5 p.m. (CIA Exam Review)

• Sunday, 10/9 7:45 - 8 a.m. & Noon - 1 p.m.

• Monday, 10/10 7:45 a.m. - 5 p.m.

• Tuesday, 10/11 7:45 a.m. - 5 p.m.

• Wednesday, 10/12 8 a.m. - Noon

Payment
AHIA accepts personal or company checks or credit card payments (American Express, MasterCard or Visa). Purchase orders are not accepted. Payment must be made in advance. Registration forms that do not include payment will not be processed and space will not be reserved in sessions or for optional sessions/activities until payment is received in full. AHIA will verify registrations payable at member rates before processing. All dues and financial obligations to AHIA must be satisfied to use the member rate.

Discounts
A group discount of $100 each is available for individuals from the same organization at the same mailing address. The discount applies to those who register after the first registrant. Check the group rate on the registration form. Registration forms for all members of a group must be submitted together. Nonmembers can join AHIA with one low conference fee: $930 postmarked no later than August 29th or $1,030 if postmarked after August 29th.

Course Materials
Course materials will be available post conference on the AHIA web site under the “Members Only-Audit Library”. Paid registrants will receive a password that allows access to the 2005 course materials. Registrants for optional sessions will receive their course materials in hardcopy form.

Airport & Hotel
Airport Shuttle provided by Grayline, at a cost of $11 one-way or $18 round-trip. Departs Loews Vanderbilt Hotel approximately every 1/2 hour, at 10 minutes to the hour and 20 minutes after the hour: 6:10 a.m. - 7 :40 p.m. Enclosed parking is available to Loews guests; current parking charges for overnight guests are: (a) self-parking: $14 per night or (b) Valet parking: $17 per night. Taxi service is available to/from the Nashville Internal Airport at approximately $20 each way; each additional person is $1.

Autumn In Nashville
Temperatures range from a high of 78 to a low of 50. There is a 62% chance of sunshine. Area Attractions Check the Nashville Convention Bureau web site at
www.nashvillecvb.com for the latest on what’s happening on the “show scene”, as well as various area attractions both in Nashville and the surrounding area.

Indoor Climate & Clothing
Dress is business casual. Meeting rooms are air conditioned; it is suggested you bring a light sweater. Bring your running or walking shoes for Tuesday morning’s Fun Run and Walk. Remember: Wednesday is T-Shirt day.

Conference Hotel
Loews Vanderbilt, Nashville, TN Room Rate: $159.00 night single/double

Hotel Reservation Deadline:
Tuesday, September 6, 2005
Call 615-320-1700 or visit loewshotels.com/hotels/ nashville. Reservations must be made before September 6, 2005 to obtain AHIA’s group rate. After September 6th, reservations will be on a space/rate available basis. The Loews Vanderbilt accepts all major credit cards. Deposit or credit card must guarantee all reservations. The cancellation of guaranteed reservations must be received 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid a charge equal to one night’s room and tax.

Check In/Out:

• Check in 3 p.m.

• Check out Noon

Bell Staff can store luggage for guests who have checked out but are not yet departing the hotel.

Cancellation Policy & Complaints
Cancellations must be in writing and postmarked/ e-mail dated by Friday, September 2, 2005. AHIA will issue a credit voucher than can be applied to the 2006 Annual Conference in the amount paid less a $100 administrative fee. No vouchers will be issued after September 2, 2005. Fees paid for optional sessions will be refunded less a 425 fee per class if cancellations are postmarked before September 2. Contact AHIA at 1-888-ASK-AHIA if there are any complaints.