Sample Forum_W Articles on Moss Adams Intranet continued challenge he faced—inspiring the women who work with him to embrace business development—led to the initiation of a women’s networking partnership with U.S. Bank. Office champions, the firm’s Forum_W network leaders, recently gathered to learn Office Champion Meeting new strategies and best practices. The meeting included three breakout sessions: • Engaging Men in Gender Initiatives • Maximizing the Impact of Networking and Mentoring • Leading Forum_W—Strategies and Best Practices Our office champions left this meeting with renewed energy and determination to meet Forum_W’s goals of realizing cultural change and an increased retention and advancement rate of women at the firm. Forum_W has become a differentiator for Moss Adams. Candidates, competitors, and Enhancing the Moss Adams Brand clients are taking note that we are a firm that’s dedicated to helping drive change and advance women in the accounting profession. Our steadfast commitment to this purpose, even in a tough economy, has set us apart from many organizations and is particularly notable for a firm our size.

We have been recognized for the unique approach we have taken to engaging on an office-by-office level and for the extent to which we have partnered with community organizations that are focused on women. We continue to make a conscious effort to communicate about Forum_W during recruiting, networking, and community activities and ask that you do the same. Our long-term commitment to Forum_W remains strong and continues to be a top Firm Priority strategic priority for the firm. Take a look at The Competitive Edge 2012 to see how we will build on Forum_W’s momentum and how you can take an active role in supporting and leading change. I would like to thank our Forum_W Advisory Board and office champions for Thank You their tireless dedication to Forum_W. I would also like to thank everyone who has participated, engaged, and communicated internally and externally regarding Forum_W.

Their contributions have helped us accomplish more than we ever thought possible in three short years. For more information about Forum_W, visit www.mossadams.com/forumforwomen. MOSS A DA MS Forum_W Guide to Forming a Women’s Network | Addendum | 28 .