Registration FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions


What time is the event?

Beyond the Ledger is multi-session virtual conference that begins at 9 a.m. PT | 11 a.m. CT | 12 p.m. ET.


Times for All Open Sessions

 

  • Strategic Planning and Fiscal Sustainability for Finance Leaders (1 CPE; 11 a.m. -11:50 a.m. CT)
  • Best Practices for Financial and Grant Reporting (1 CPE; 12:00 – 12:50 p.m. CT)
  • Achieving More Efficient Nonprofit Operations (1 CPE; 1:00 – 1:50 p.m. CT)
  • Ask an Expert (2:00 - 3:00 p.m. CT)


Times for All MIP User Sessions

 

  • Strategic Planning and Fiscal Sustainability for Finance Leaders (1 CPE; 11 a.m. -11:50 a.m. CT)
  • Best Practices for Financial and Grant Reporting (1 CPE; 12:00 – 12:50 p.m. CT)
  • Manage, Plan, and Process with MIP: Indirect Costs, Allocations & Grants Administration (1 CPE; 1:00 – 1:50 p.m. CT)
  • Optional sessions to choose from. . .
    • Migrating to MIP Cloud (2:00 – 2:30 p.m. CT)
    • Community Brands University Information Session (2:00 – 2:30 p.m. CT)
  • Optional session to choose from:
    • Automate Procurement with Microix (2:40 -3:10 p.m. CT)
    • Customer Account Manager Office Hours (2:40 – 3:10 p.m. CT)
  • Customer Account Manager Office Hours (3:10 – 3:40 p.m. CT)
     

Do I need to register? 
Yes, all attendees must register to choose sessions, attend the event, and be eligible to receive CPE credits. On March 13, log in to access your sessions with your login credentials. 

Do I need to create a Freestone account?
Yes, by creating an account, you will be able to register for the event.

Here's how:

1. Select either "Open Session" or "MIP User Sessions" and create your account. 

2. When you see the screen prompt for your chosen track of sessions, click "Continue" to "order" the sessions for zero cost. (This event is offered free of charge.) 

3. Your registration is complete when you see the dialogue screen thanking you for your order. 

4. You also will receive an email from Freestone confirming your order.

What if I have a Freestone account? 
Users who have used Freestone previously can use their existing login credentials. If you do not remember your password, use the prompt on the registration page to reset it. 

What is the difference between MIP User Sessions and Open Sessions? 
Open Sessions provide full access to the Beyond the Ledger event including three CPE-eligible courses, on-demand content, and "Ask An Expert" sessions for Summit attendees. 

MIP user sessions are for MIP users only. These sessions include access to three CPE-eligible courses, including a MIP tips and tricks session designed for increase MIP knolwedge and skills, and customer office hours with Account Managers. We recommend MIP Users attend and use the MIP Users Sessions link on the main registration page to register for the conference.  

How do I see my session schedule?
Once you register, you can access your courses by clicking the "View My Sessions."  

Is there a registration fee?  
No. Beyond the Ledger: MIP Nonprofit Finance Summit is offered free of charge to all participants. There is no cost to register, attend, or obtain CPE credit certification for any courses you complete on the day of the event. 

Is there a deadline to register for Beyond the Ledger?
Registration will end on March 11, 2024, so early registration is recommended. 

How does CPE credit work?
CPE credit is available for select sessions as noted in the event program. In accordance with NASBA requirements, to receive CPE credit, participants must be present for the entire live session and respond to all surveys presented during the session. 

Community Brands is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) 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 for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE credits have been granted based on a 50-minute hour.

How can I ensure my system is compatible with the event platform?

We recommend participants complete a system check and get to know the event platform, prior to March 13th.

Questions?
Contact us at mip@communitybrands.com