The Ohio Society of CPAs

What The Ohio Society of CPAs does

The Ohio Society of CPAs (OSCPA), founded in 1908 and headquartered at 4249 Easton Way, Suite 150, Columbus, Ohio, is a nonprofit professional membership association serving approximately 17,000 licensed CPAs and accounting professionals across Ohio. The organization operates a web-based learning management system (MyOSCPA portal) through which it delivers a catalog of 486 CPE courses spanning nine competency areas (Audit & Assurance, Business Management & Strategy, Essential Skills & Professional Development, Ethics & Professional Standards, Financial Accounting Reporting & Analysis, Risk Management & Fraud, Talent Management & Human Resources, Tax, and Technology). Its core product is a Member Curriculum of 24+ hours of complimentary on-demand learning bundled with annual membership, supplemented by subscription products (On-Demand Access Pass at $349/year), live conferences (The Accounting Show, MEGA Tax Conference, CPE Days, CPA Technology Conference), and enterprise offerings (Corporate Learning Passport, Vested Learning Solutions, and the TechCred partnership with MAX Technical Training).

OSCPA generates revenue across five distinct streams: individual membership dues priced $215-$690 by tier; individual CPE course and conference sales ($289-$513 per attendee); the $349 annual On-Demand Access Pass subscription; tiered Corporate Learning Passport licenses ($3,700-$31,000+ annually for teams of 1-150+); and advertising/sponsorship across CPA Voice magazine, CPA Takeaways newsletter, homepage ads, and event sponsorships. The society employs 51-100 staff and runs affiliated entities including The Ohio CPA Foundation (scholarships and pipeline programs reaching nearly 1,800 students), LAUNCH (student employment guide), Ohio CPA Proud (employer recognition program), and the Ohio CPA/PAC.

The organization operates a hybrid go-to-market motion: direct-to-consumer via the MyOSCPA catalog and self-serve membership registration, plus sales-led enterprise motion through a dedicated Business Development team selling organizational memberships (firms with 6+ CPAs), Corporate Learning Passports, and the Ohio CPA Proud recognition program. OSCPA also drives pipeline development through university and Accountancy Board of Ohio partnerships. Beyond education, OSCPA functions as Ohio's sole CPA advocacy body, engaging in legislative testimony (H.B. 642 municipal tax modernization), federal advocacy (H.R. 425 on BOI repeal, Accounting STEM Pursuit Act), and tracking outcomes such as $3.85 billion in OSCPA-backed taxpayer savings from tax bracket and rate reductions.

Name

The Ohio Society of CPAs

Legal name

The Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants

Website

https://ohiocpa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1900

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The Ohio Society of CPAs (OSCPA) is a 120-year-old nonprofit professional association serving approximately 17,000 CPAs and accounting professionals in Ohio through membership, continuing professional education (486 courses, 9 competencies), enterprise team-licensing, advocacy, and student-pipeline programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Association Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (813920)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Accounting, Audit & Tax (CPA/CA/ACCA CPE) (EDAAALAA)

Keywords

• Continuing professional education
• CPA membership services
• Professional accounting advocacy
• Accounting conferences
• Professional development

Headquarters

HQ city

Columbus

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees ranging from $215 to $690 depending on membership tier (Sr. Management, Non-Sr. Management, Non-Resident, Retired/Part-Time, Pre-CPA, Related Professionals). Organizational memberships available for employers with 6+ members.
2. CPE Course Sales: Revenue from individual CPE course registrations, conferences, and events. Courses range from approximately $289 to $513 for conferences. Member discounts are offered on all paid courses.
3. On-Demand Access Pass Subscription: Annual subscription for access to over 100 on-demand CPE courses, priced at $349 for members (regularly $436).
4. Corporate Learning Passport: Tiered organizational learning licenses for teams: Tier 1 (1-10 staff) $3,700/year, Tier 2 (11-25) $8,900/year, Tier 3 (26-50) $15,800/year, Tier 4 (51-100) $26,300/year, Tier 5 (101-150) $31,000/year, Tier 6 (151+) custom quote. Includes conferences, on-demand content, and member benefits.
5. Advertising and Sponsorship: Revenue from homepage advertising ($1,000/month), e-newsletter ads ($1,000/issue or $4,000/month), CPA Voice magazine ads ($350-$2,500), event sponsorships ($1,000-$5,000 tiers), LAUNCH student guide ($500/year), and e-blast sponsorships ($2,400/issue).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

The Ohio Society of CPAs (OSCPA) is a nonprofit professional membership association that delivers continuing professional education (CPE), advocacy, and career resources to approximately 17,000 Ohio CPAs and accounting professionals. Its core offerings include a 486-course CPE catalog spanning 9 competency areas, 24+ hours of complimentary member curriculum, major live/virtual conferences, the On-Demand Access Pass subscription, tiered Corporate Learning Passport enterprise licenses, and legislative/regulatory advocacy representation on behalf of Ohio's CPA profession.

Product overview

The Ohio Society of CPAs operates as a professional membership organization offering a comprehensive ecosystem of continuing professional education (CPE) products and membership services. The core product portfolio centers on Member Curriculum (24+ hours of complimentary learning), Competency-Based Learning (9 core competencies), and a robust catalog of 486+ CPE courses across formats (live, virtual, on-demand, bundles, subscriptions). The organization delivers major conferences including The Accounting Show (October/November, 16 CPE each), MEGA Tax Conference (December, 16 CPE), CPE Day (May/August/December, 8 CPE each), and specialized events like the 2026 CPA Technology Conference, Women, Wealth & Wellness Conference, and Fraud and Forensic Conference. Enterprise offerings include Vested Learning Solutions, Corporate Learning Passport (tiered licensing), and the TechCred partnership program. Publication products include CPA Voice Magazine (bi-monthly digital) and CPA Takeaways weekly e-newsletter. The Ohio CPA Proud employer recognition program and LAUNCH student career platform round out the service ecosystem. The organization is not a software platform and does not offer APIs or AI-powered products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Ohio CPA Foundation: Foundation focused on building the pipeline of future CPAs through student programs, scholarships, and career initiatives.
• LAUNCH
• Ohio CPA Proud
• Ohio CPA/PAC
• Vested Learning Solutions
• Corporate Learning Passport

Products and services

• Member Curriculum Curated package of 24+ hours of complimentary on-demand learning delivered to OSCPA members covering news, legislative issues, emerging trends, and Ohio-specific information; includes Town Hall Series webcasts, sponsored webinars, on-demand programs, and CPA Voice self-assessment exams.
• Competency-Based Learning Quality learning opportunities organized across 9 core competencies including Audit & Assurance, Business Management & Strategy, Essential Skills & Professional Development, Ethics & Professional Standards, Financial Accounting Reporting & Analysis, Risk Management & Fraud, Talent Management & HR, Tax, and Technology.
• Summer Series A twelve-credit 'choose your own adventure' summer learning program between June and August offering webinars and on-demand courses. Features three curated adventure bundles (Tax + Technology, Accounting + Technology, Audit + Technology) priced at $425 each for the price of 8 credits.
• The Accounting Show The largest, most comprehensive learning opportunity of the year, held twice annually (October and November). Offers 16 CPE credits per show with multiple tracks for attendees to customize their learning plan.
• MEGA Tax Conference A comprehensive tax conference offering 16 CPE credits held in December. Features multiple tracks allowing attendees to build personalized learning plans with insights from local and national tax leaders.
• CPE Day Multi-track conferences held three times annually (May, August, December) offering 8 CPE credits per event, covering financial accounting, audit and assurance, tax, and ethics topics.
• Town Hall Series Monthly webcasts hosted by OSCPA President & CEO Laura Hay, CPA, CAE featuring thought leaders discussing emerging issues. Offers interactive polls and 1 CPE credit per program.
• Women, Wealth & Wellness Conference Flagship professional development experience designed to support women across accounting, finance, and business at key moments of leadership growth and career transition. Offers 6 CPE credits.
• Fraud and Forensic Conference Annual conference addressing fraud detection, forensic accounting, and criminal activity threats facing the profession. Offers 6 CPE credits.
• Ohio Professional Standards and Responsibilities Top-rated ethics events covering professional standards and responsibilities. Multiple sessions held annually to fulfill the Accountancy Board of Ohio's 3-credit ethics requirement.
• On-Demand Access Pass Subscription service providing access to over 100 engaging, up-to-date, high-quality on-demand CPE courses vetted and approved by CPAs. Priced at $349 annual subscription (members).
• Corporate Learning Passport Comprehensive team learning license model with tiered pricing (1-10 staff: $3,700; 11-25: $8,900; 26-50: $15,800; 51-100: $26,300; 101-150: $31,000; 151+: custom quote). Includes Member Curriculum, virtual conferences, on-demand access, and ethics training.
• Vested Learning Solutions Team training aligned with organizational strategic goals, offering turnkey CPE Day packages, in-house ethics training, certificate programs, tax and audit staff essential skills programs, and workforce readiness skills.
• TechCred Program Ohio state-funded technology credential program partnered with MAX Technical Training. Offers reimbursement for technology-focused credentials in Microsoft Excel & Power BI, Microsoft 365 Copilot, QuickBooks, Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, and Python and Programming. Up to $30,000 per employer per application period.
• CPA Voice Magazine Bi-monthly fully digital flagship publication covering latest news, best practices, trends, and critical information for the profession. Includes self-assessment exams offering 1 free CPE credit per issue up to 6 per year.
• CPA Takeaways Weekly e-newsletter delivering timely insights, industry updates, and professional resources directly to Ohio's CPA community.
• Ohio CPA Proud Employer recognition program that connects organizations to resources for growing their business and developing their team. Earns 'Ohio CPA Proud' badge for employers with 100% of Ohio-licensed CPAs as OSCPA members.
• LAUNCH Online employment guide connecting students with career opportunities. Features employer profiles across Ohio for students and recent graduates in accounting and finance.
• Peer Review Quality practice review service ensuring quality practice by Ohio CPAs and firms.
• The Ohio CPA Foundation 501(c)(3) organization building the pipeline of future CPAs through programs including Accounting Career Days, CPA Camp, LAUNCH, Scholarships, Accounting Careers and Leadership Academy (ACLA), and Student Ambassador Program.
• 2026 CPA Technology Conference Annual technology conference scheduled for June 30, 2026 focusing on AI tools, data analytics, and digital transformation for CPAs and finance professionals. Offers 7 CPE credits.

Quantifiable outcome

• $3.85 billion in taxpayer savings through OSCPA-backed income tax bracket reductions and rate cuts
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• CPA.com: Technology and resource arm of AICPA serving state CPA societies and firms. Overlaps with OSCPA in advisory services, technology enablement, and practice resources for member firms.
• AICPA: The American Institute of CPAs is the national professional association for CPAs, providing CPE, advocacy, and member benefits. It directly parallels OSCPA's mission at the national level and competes for the same members' CPE spend and engagement.

Emerging players

• Wiley Efficient Learning: National CPE and CPA Exam review provider owned by Wiley. Competes with OSCPA on individual self-study CPE subscriptions and adaptive learning technology.
• Surgent CPE: National CPE and Exam prep provider with subscription-based self-study models. Competes with OSCPA's On-Demand Access Pass on price, technology, and breadth of catalog.
• Becker Professional Education: National CPE and CPA Exam prep provider. Competes with OSCPA's CPE catalog across geographies and at the individual learner level, especially for self-study and subscription learners.

Direct peers

• Illinois CPA Society: Illinois state CPA society offering CPE, advocacy, member benefits, and a Foundation. Directly comparable in operating model, revenue mix, and member services to OSCPA.
• Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs (PICPA): Pennsylvania state CPA society with membership dues, CPE catalog, advocacy, and Foundation programs. Closely comparable state-society peer for OSCPA.
• Texas Society of CPAs (TXCPA): Major state CPA society serving Texas CPAs with parallel CPE, advocacy, and member services. Closely comparable in scale, revenue model, and product portfolio to OSCPA.
• California Society of CPAs (CalCPA): California state CPA society offering CPE, advocacy, and member benefits. Comparable operating model and product structure to OSCPA at a larger state scale.
• New York State Society of CPAs (NYSSCPA): Largest U.S. state CPA society with a comparable model of membership dues, CPE catalog, advocacy, and Foundation programs. Directly comparable in structure, product mix, and GTM to OSCPA.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/ohiocpas

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Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries4 records

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