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Tri-State Tax Institute Prepares for 67th Annual Event

September 16, 2025 By Theresa G

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WEST LIBERTY, W.Va., September 16, 2025 — For over six decades, the Tri-State Tax Institute has provided professional development and continuing education specifically designed for tax professionals, accountants, attorneys, bankers, and other financial experts.

This fall, the 67th annual Tri-State Tax Institute returns to The Highlands Event Center on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.

In keeping with the Institute’s long tradition of excellence, this year’s program features nationally recognized speakers and timely topics addressing the latest developments in tax, law, and financial planning. Highlights include:

  • Federal Tax Update – presented by Ernst & Young
  • Business Exit Planning – presented by Capital Group
  • Market Overview – presented by Tracey Manzi
  • The Duty to Inform, The Benefits of Delaware Trust Law, and Silent Trusts – presented by Richard W. Nenno
  • Ethics – presented by Melinda Garvin

Tri-State Tax Institute Chairperson, Steve Waters, notes:

“This year’s event continues our tradition of bringing together outstanding experts to share insights on the most pressing issues in our field. Beyond the educational content, the Institute provides a valuable opportunity for networking and professional connections across disciplines. We’re grateful to West Liberty University, the WLU Foundation, and our sponsors for their ongoing support.”

Continuing Education credits are available for accountants, lawyers, insurance professionals, financial planning professionals, and tax professionals. New for this year, IRS continuing education credits will be available for Enrolled Agents.

Registration before September 24, 2025, is $185 for an individual or $170 for team members. (Participants receive a team discount when three or more people from the same organization register together.) Registration rates increase to $200 and $185, respectively, after September 24.

Proceeds from the Tri-State Tax Institute support scholarships for West Liberty University students majoring in Accounting or Financial Planning.

The 67th Tri-State Tax Institute is sponsored by: Main Street Bank; WesBanco; Herndon, Morton, Herndon & Yaeger Law Offices; Riverbridge Wealth Management of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., and Commonwealth Financial Services.

The full agenda and registration details are available at:  westliberty.edu/tristatetax/

The stated mission of the West Liberty University Foundation, as adopted by the Board of Directors, is as follows: “The West Liberty University Foundation raises, invests, and stewards private funds to strengthen West Liberty University and to increase opportunity for students of all backgrounds to pursue higher learning.”

West Liberty University blends a small-town environment with a comprehensive college experience, fostering students’ aspirations through hands-on learning, personalized support, and unique academic programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Learn more at westliberty.edu.

Members of the Tri-State Tax Institute Board of Directors, from left: John Parkinson and Miranda Parkinson of Appalachian Capital Management Ltd., Ben Cox of Herndon, Morton, Herdon & Yaeger, and Steve Waters of Riverbridge Wealth Management of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc.
Members of the Tri-State Tax Institute Board of Directors, from left: John Parkinson and Miranda Parkinson of Appalachian Capital Management Ltd., Ben Cox of Herndon, Morton, Herdon & Yaeger, and Steve Waters of Riverbridge Wealth Management of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc.

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