To cultivate, promote, and disseminate knowledge and information concerning certified public accountants - in private practice. To establish and maintain high standards of integrity, honor, and character among certified public accountants - in private practice. To furnish information regarding accountancy and the practice and methods thereof to its members and the general public - in private practice. To protect the interests of its members and the general public with respect to the practice of accountancy. in private practice. And to promote the overall society membership for the benefit of all members, end product of our work, and users of our work.