NYU School of Professional Studies Division of Programs in Business To Host the 84th Institute on Federal Taxation in New York and San Francisco

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NYU School of Professional Studies Division of Programs in Business To Host the 84th Institute on Federal Taxation in New York and San Francisco

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October 13, 2025

Michael DeMeo
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New York, October 9, 2025 - This year, the <a href="https://www.sps.nyu.edu/">NYU School of Professional Studies</a> (NYU SPS) <a href="/content/sps-nyu/about/academic-divisions-and-departments/division-of-programs-in-business.html">Division of Programs in Business Finance and Taxation</a> will bring its <a href="https://web.cvent.com/event/b1f584b8-b61b-42d8-b0cc-89d1ba952256/websitePage:49188f17-7da9-4e9f-ac67-89bb7addcfe0?environment=P2">84th Institute on Federal Taxation (IFT)</a> to the Westin New York at Times Square, October 19–25, and to the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco, November 16–21. Designed for professionals who handle federal tax matters, the IFT provides high-level updates, insights, analyses, and practical advice from America’s top tax authorities on the latest federal tax trends and developments. The NYU SPS has been a leader in continuing professional education for more than 90 years. The School blends NYU's scholarly resources with the knowledge and practical experience of the world-class professional community that surrounds it. The School’s longstanding tradition of excellence in continuing legal, accounting, and taxation programs attracts the best and brightest speakers, who impart their knowledge of the most current industry trends and regulations. The six-day IFT events feature in-depth panel discussions on the latest tax strategies, legislative updates, and planning techniques. Topics include current developments in tax controversies, corporate taxation, partnerships, LLCs, real estate, international tax, trusts and estates, executive compensation, employee benefits, closely held businesses, and ethical transactions. In addition to providing an opportunity to network with other federal tax professionals, attendees will gain valuable insights, materials, and the tools and strategies necessary to save their clients money and enhance their services. This year’s session and panel discussions at the New York and San Diego events include: <ul class="p-list"> <li>Current Developments: Legislative Update and The Treasury Agenda<ul class="p-list"> <li>Jennifer Acuna, Esq., Principal, KPMG</li> </ul> </li> <li>Tax Controversies<ul class="p-list"> <li>Charles P. Rettig, Esq., Shareholder, Chamberlain Hrdlicka</li> </ul> </li> <li>Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits<ul class="p-list"> <li>Mary B. Hevener, Esq., Partner, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius</li> </ul> </li> <li>International Tax<ul class="p-list"> <li>William B. Sherman, Esq., Partner, Holland & Knight</li> </ul> </li> <li>Fundamentals of Corporate Tax<ul class="p-list"> <li>David M. Rievman, Esq., Partner, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom</li> </ul> </li> <li>Corporate Tax<ul class="p-list"> <li>David M. Rievman, Esq., Partner, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom</li> </ul> </li> <li>Fundamentals of Partnership and Real Estate Taxation<ul class="p-list"> <li>Andrea M. Whiteway, Esq., Principal, EY</li> </ul> </li> <li>Partnerships, LLCs, and Real Estate<ul class="p-list"> <li>Andrea M. Whiteway, Esq., Principal, EY</li> </ul> </li> <li>Closely–Held Business<ul class="p-list"> <li>Jerald David August, Esq., Partner, August Tax Law, PC</li> </ul> </li> <li>Ethics<ul class="p-list"> <li>Bryan C. Skarlatos, Esq., Partner, Kostelanetz</li> </ul> </li> <li>Trusts and Estates<ul class='p-list'> <li>Joshua E. Husbands, Esq., Partner, Holland & Knight</li> <li>Shaina Kamen, Esq., Partner, Holland & Knight</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Conference co-chairs include: <ul> <li>William B. Sherman, Esq., Holland & Knight</li> <li>Andrea M. Whiteway, Esq., EY</li> </ul> This year’s sponsors include: <ul class="p-list"> <li>Gold Sponsors<ul> <li>August Tax Law, P.C.</li> <li>Cooley</li> <li>EisnerAmper</li> <li>EY</li> <li>Lexis Nexis</li> <li>Skadden</li> </ul> </li> <li>Silver Sponsors<ul> <li>CitrinCooperman</li> <li>Holland & Knight</li> <li>Kostelanetz</li> <li>KPMG</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Register for the <a href="https://web.cvent.com/event/b1f584b8-b61b-42d8-b0cc-89d1ba952256/websitePage:49188f17-7da9-4e9f-ac67-89bb7addcfe0?environment=P2" target="_blank">84th Institute on Federal Taxation</a> for the <a href="https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/academics/divisions-and-departments/division-of-programs-in-business/finance-law-taxation/conferences/institute-on-federal-taxation/new-york.html">New York </a>and <a href="https://www.sps.nyu.edu/about/events/finance-taxation-department-events-index/institute-of-federal-taxation-california.html">San Francisco</a> events or view the <a href="https://web.cvent.com/event/b1f584b8-b61b-42d8-b0cc-89d1ba952256/websitePage:a1b084df-06fe-491a-a9a7-26cb3458b361?environment=P2" target="_blank">latest IFT agendas</a>.  If you are a member of the media who would like to report on the sessions for your outlet, please contact Michael DeMeo at <a href="mailto:michael.demeo@nyu.edu" target="_blank">michael.demeo@nyu.edu</a>. For information on becoming an IFT sponsor, please contact Kathleen Costello at (212) 992-3320 or <a href="mailto:sps.tax@nyu.edu" target="_blank">sps.tax@nyu.edu</a>. About the NYU SPS Department of Finance and Taxation Program The NYU SPS Department of Finance and Taxation Program has been certified by the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board as an Accredited Provider of continuing legal education in New York. The NYU School of Professional Studies Department of Finance and Taxation Program 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. About the NYU School of Professional Studies Established in 1934, NYU SPS is an internationally recognized university that offers diverse students access and opportunity to practical, real-world preparation to thrive in their careers while building the next generation of industry leaders ready to embrace tomorrow’s innovations and challenges and lead change in global workplaces. The NYU SPS global community is made up of industry professionals, doers, and trailblazers shaping the future of industries, positioning the School as an idea incubator center for various fields, including real estate, hospitality, global affairs, sports business, integrated marketing, HR, professional writing and more. Today, NYU SPS offers one of the most diverse portfolios of educational offerings at NYU, including graduate degrees, bachelor’s degrees for traditional and degree completion students, associate degrees, continuing education courses, and certificate programs. NYU SPS is the host of some of the largest and most in-demand industry conferences in the world, including the Schack Institute of Real Estate’s Capital Markets Conference, REIT Symposium, and National Symposium of Women in Real Estate; the Jonathan M. Tisch Center’s International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference, Annual NYU Tax Conferences, and the NYU Coaching and Technology Summit, the School’s invaluable connections to industry leaders is a distinguishing factor in the education that it provides.