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upcoming 2024 learning experience

Drake Ventures Update Schools provide tax professionals with essential training on the latest software features and tax law changes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.

OVERVIEW

Get the latest updates about drake software

Staying current with the latest Drake Software updates is crucial for tax professionals. Keeping up with new features and enhancements ensures proficiency, streamlines workflows, and minimizes errors. Updated knowledge helps comply with changing tax laws, boosting efficiency and productivity. Attending update schools offers hands-on experience, expert insights, and networking opportunities. Embracing these updates significantly enhances professional capabilities and client satisfaction.

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SPONSERS AND PARTNERS

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Meet our speaker

Warren Drake

President and CEO / Drake Ventures, Inc.

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Register for Drake Ventures Update Schools now to stay ahead of critical tax law changes and software updates, ensuring your practice remains efficient and compliant.

Our 2024

event schedule

The Drake Ventures Update Schools offer comprehensive courses on the latest tax software updates and regulations, with events scheduled in Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati, OH, as well as Memphis, Nashville, and Pigeon Forge, TN.

Day 1
Early Registration:*

$245

1st person from your firm

$235

Each additional
person

*$265 per person after early-bird deadline

Early Registration must be received at Drake 2 weeks prior to the event.

Includes:

Start your day at the Drake Ventures Update School with a seamless registration process, where you will be checked-in and receive your event materials and schedule. Following registration, Enjoy pastries, fresh fruit, coffee, and juices while networking with fellow tax professionals before the sessions begin.

Session 1:

In an ever-evolving landscape of tax regulations and software advancements, maintaining the highest standards of ethical behavior is paramount. This course, "Ethics," is designed for professionals who utilize Drake Software and aim to uphold integrity and ethical principles in their practice.

Warren Drake

Host & Teacher

Enjoy refreshments, network, relax, and engage in informal Q&A with trainers in a relaxed atmosphere.

Session 2:

The world is changing! CryptoCurrencies are now more ubiquitous and the landscape continues to change!  With the new administration coming in January, we can expect some more dramatic changes, too. Don’t miss this session for the history of Crypto and predictions for its future – and how it affects us with taxation.

Warren Drake

Host & Teacher

Lunch Break featuring a delicious, catered lunch

Session 4:

Gain practical insights into the daily use of Drake Software, covering essential tasks and advanced features to enhance your efficiency and expertise.

Warren Drake

Host & Teacher

Enjoy refreshments, network, relax, and engage in informal Q&A with trainers in a relaxed atmosphere.

Session 5:
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Gain practical insights into the daily use of Drake Software, covering essential tasks and advanced features to enhance your efficiency and expertise.

Warren Drake

Host & Teacher

Day 2
Early Registration:*

$245

1st person from your firm

$235

Each additional
person

*$265 per person after early-bird deadline

Early Registration must be received at Drake 2 weeks prior to the event.

Includes:

Start your day at the Drake Ventures Update School with a seamless registration process, where you will be checked-in and receive your event materials and schedule. Following registration, Enjoy pastries, fresh fruit, coffee, and juices while networking with fellow tax professionals before the sessions begin.

Session 1:

Stay informed on the latest tax law changes and software enhancements to ensure accurate and efficient tax preparation.

Warren Drake

Host & Teacher

Enjoy refreshments, network, relax, and engage in informal Q&A with trainers in a relaxed atmosphere.

Session 1:
(continued...)

Stay informed on the latest tax law changes and software enhancements to ensure accurate and efficient tax preparation.

Warren Drake

Host & Teacher

Lunch Break featuring a delicious, catered lunch

Session 2:

Get the latest insights on trends and developments in the tax industry to stay ahead and enhance your professional knowledge.

Warren Drake

Host & Teacher

Enjoy refreshments, network, relax, and engage in informal Q&A with trainers in a relaxed atmosphere.

Session 2:
(continued...)

Get the latest insights on trends and developments in the tax industry to stay ahead and enhance your professional knowledge.

Warren Drake

Host & Teacher

Earning CPE Credits with DRAKE SOFTWARE

Earn valuable CPE credits by attending Drake Software Update Schools, enhancing your professional knowledge and maintaining your certifications.

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2024 Update School Tour

cities and dates

Cleveland, Oh

Mon. / Tues., November 18 & 19

Holiday Inn Cleveland –
S. Independence

6001 Rockside Rd
Independence, OH 44131
ihg.com
(216) 524-8050

Columbus, Oh

Wed. / Thurs., November 20 & 21

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Columbus – Worthington

175 Hutchinson Avenue,
Columbus, OH 43235
hilton.com
(614) 450-8000

Cincinnati, Oh

Fri. / Sat., November 22 & 23

Radison Hotel Cincinnati Riverfront

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668 W 5th St
Covington, KY 41011
RadissonHotels.com
(859) 491-1200

Toledo, Oh

Mon. / Tues., November 25 & 26

Holiday Inn & Suites Toledo Southwest – Perrysburg

27355 Carronade Dr
Perrysburg, OH  43551
ihg.com
(567) 331-8900

Memphis, TN

Mon. / Tues., December 9 & 10

Holiday Inn Southhaven Central – Memphis

280 Marathon Way
Southaven, MS 38671
ihg.com
(662) 349-0444

Nashville, TN

Thurs. / Fri., December 12 & 13

Doubletree Hotel

1850 Old Fort Parkway
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
DoubleTree3.Hilton.com
(615) 895-5555

Pigeon Forge, TN

Mon. / Tues., December 16 & 17

Smoky Mountain
Convention Center

4010 Parkway Drive,
Pigeon Forge TN 37863
smokymountainconvention.com
(865) 740-6612

introducing

purchase

protection

At Drake Ventures, we’re excited to introduce Purchase Protection to better serve our registrants during the 2024 Update School Tour. Purchase Protection is not an insurance policy; rather, it’s a service that ensures that you receive a full refund of your event fees if unforeseen circumstances, such as death, health emergencies, crime, transportation failures, and more, prevent them from attending. Just remember to add the Purchase Protection option at check-out and you’re covered!

F.A.Q

Here is a small list of commonly asked questions. For more information and to see the full terms and conditions, please view them at registration checkout.

No, registrants must enroll in Purchase Protection at the time of registration and cannot be upgraded later.

Registrants who have a valid claim must submit their claim within 48 hour after the event occurs.

No, Purchase Protection is only offered to registrants who pay with credit card payments.

No, Purchase Protection is only available to registrants with a completed status at the time they submit their order.

Popular Questions

UPDATE SCHOOL FAQ

Drake Software is here to assist you. Here are some frequently asked questions to help you feel confident about registering.

The Update Schools provide training on the latest software features and tax law changes to ensure tax professionals are up-to-date and compliant.

Tax professionals, preparers, and accountants looking to enhance their software proficiency and stay informed about the latest tax regulations.

8 on each day, for a total of 16 available credits

Yes, to ensure a quality experience, each session may have a limited number of seats, so early registration is encouraged.

Refund requests must be sent in writing to Drake Ventures Education via mail, fax, or e-mail. Refunds will not be granted by phone. Drake will make a full refund for any request received 10 business days before the scheduled start of any school. Any cancellation received 5-9 business days prior to start will receive a 50% refund. No refunds on cancellations less than 5 days before the scheduled start of a school. Videos cannot be substituted for a school cancellation. For more information regarding the refund policy, administrative policies, and complaint resolution, please contact our office at (828) 633-3122 or email Schools@Drake.us. All registrations paid by card will be subject to processing fees of 99 cents per registrant and a 2.99% Card processing fee. For checks and cash payments, this fee is waived.

While there are no formal prerequisites, a basic understanding of Drake Software and tax preparation is recommended.

Ronda and Warren have been doing these for a very long time. Adding that many cities last year was far more “taxing” than they anticipated. Scaling it back this year was just prudent.

Catering costs have skyrocketed.  We are raising our price modestly this year, but less than our catering costs have risen.  We want this to be as affordable as possible for all of you to be there!

 

YES!   If you bring the barcode in your confirmation page or email, it makes registration SO much faster when you arrive!

There are many changes that occur late in the year.  We always want to bring you the latest and most pertinent information available.  There are many topics to choose from, but we want the best ones for you.  We will be making that decision VERY soon.

We are inviting many vendors – and there will be lots of time allotted for you to visit them.  We encourage it.  They are carefully selected to be the vendors who provide the most significant value to you.  You will enjoy meeting them!

That’s the plan!   🙂   At all locations!

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