1. TIAG FALL INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 

The TIAG Fall International Conference is October 24-26, 2011 at the Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Copacabana in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. TIAG conferences feature talented speakers, excellent networking opportunities with several new and many current members, and “magical” tours and evening events. We have a great conference planned for Rio, and hope you can attend. Click here for conference details and to register.

EXTENDED EARLY BIRD PRICE: Due to the lengthy process of obtaining a Brazilian Visa, we have chosen to extend the Early Bird Deadline until September 30, 2011. Register by then and save $100 and guarantee your listing as an attendee in the official conference program!

HOTEL INFORMATION: Click here for important hotel information including: available rooms at the conference hotel and other hotels nearby. 

VISA INFORMATION: Click here for important information about Brazilian Visas, which can take 2 to 3 weeks to process.

NEW SESSION: Working with World Bank Projects in Brazil
Presented by: Catarina Portelo; Senior Counsel; Latin America and the Caribbean Practice Group (LEGLA) - The World Bank

The World Bank has been one of Brazil’s partners for over 50 years —providing project design, structure and financing for large projects in the transportation, water, education, health, agriculture and other sectors. Investment loans or credits provide financing for a wide range of activities aimed at creating the physical and social infrastructure necessary for poverty alleviation and sustainable development. The projects supported by these loans or credits are a source of business opportunities for local and international firms/organizations. Hear from Catarina Portelo about Bank procedures to get involved with many opportunities presented in these sectors throughout Brazil now and in the future. Click here to view the complete conference agenda. 

2. TIAG WELCOMES NEW MEMBER IN SRI LANKA

A. I. Macan Markar & Co (AIMM) was founded in 1946 by the late Mr. A. I. Macan Markar, FCA. They have been approved as a special firm to carry out public practice since 1961. AIMM provides a wide range of services including: statutory audits of public and private companies, tax compliance and tax, consultancy services, management consulting services, IT consultancy services. For more information, visit their TIAG Profile or their website at www.aimm.lk.

3. TIAG MEMBER GUIDE & FAQS

TIAG Member Guide

We have created a Member Guide, which details many of the programs available to TIAG members. The guide is interactive and allows members to visit specific areas of the TIAG website to access the materials and content discussed. Click here to download the TIAG Member Guide PowerPoint presentation.

TIAG Member FAQs

Click here to view a list of FAQs for TIAG members. If you have a question that is not shown, you can click here to submit one to the TIAG staff for consideration. 

*To access many of the resources available in the presentation you will need access to your firm’s user name and password. If you do not have your user name and password, please email helpdesk@tiagnet.com.

4. EXCLUSIVE TIAG DISCOUNT ON UPCOMING CCH SEMINARS

TIAG and TAG Academy have joined with CCH to bring you a 20% discount exclusively for TIAG members on several CCH seminars. We hope you will consider these offerings and pass them along to members of your firm. 

Calendar of Discounted Events for TIAG Members

Click here to view a calendar of CCH seminar programs that are available with the exclusive TIAG member discount.

5. TIAG LINKEDIN GROUPS

TIAG Member’s LinkedIn Group Grows to Over 100 Members!

By joining the TIAG LinkedIn groups you can connect with other TIAG members and grow the profile of your firm within the network. Join now by clicking the names of the groups below.

- TIAG Members Group

- TAG Tax Specialty Group

Why Join TAGLaw LinkedIn Groups?

Active participation in the group will strengthen your existing TIAG relationships and help you create new ones. The group will provide a platform for regular interaction with your TIAG colleagues. Other benefits include:

• Expanding your LinkedIn Connections by connecting with other TIAG members;
• Participation in discussions in a private, non-competitive environment;
• Gaining exposure for your firm within the network; and
• Interaction and strengthening relationships with your fellow TIAG members.

6. FOLLOW TIAG ON TWITTER

Do you or your firm use Twitter? Follow TIAG on Twitter @TIAGnet!

Connect with TIAG and TAGLaw members on Twitter!

- TIAG Members on Twitter

- TAGLaw Members on Twitter

7. SPECIALTY GROUP POSTINGS

Send your Articles and Alerts to TIAG

We have created a mailbox exclusively for your news, articles and newsletters. Please add marketing@tiagnet.com to your news distribution list.

Join a Specialty Group

Click here for more information on Specialty Groups. If you are interested in joining a Specialty group contact Chris Cervellera at ccervellera@tiagnet.com. 

Regards,

The TIAG Team