Howard T. Hoover

Provides legislative advocacy and regulatory advocacy to the banking industry

Acts as a financing subsidiary/Special purpose entity

The California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA) serves current, past, and future CPAs and accounting professionals by offering continuing professional education, networking, career development, health programs, and professional protection. The non-profit company is based in Redwood City, CA. CalCPA supports CPA licensure and education with guidance on exam requirements, licensing steps, renewal processes, regulatory review courses, livestreams, and resources for licensing questions. The organization administers the AICPA peer review program for firms, provides directories and compliance support, and promotes financial empowerment and literacy through community outreach, educational presentations in schools, volunteer resources, and disaster victim counseling. CalCPA publishes the "California CPA Magazine," hosts conferences and virtual events on topics such as estate planning, AI, and crypto asset accounting, and offers advertising and sponsorship opportunities. It operates affiliated nonprofit entities that provide educational resources and professional development, and maintains transparency through published bylaws, financial statements, and policies.

Association of accountants

Operates as a state chartered commercial bank

Provides auditing, financial advisory and tax consulting services

The Japan Society of Northern California is a longstanding organization dedicated to fostering collaboration, understanding, and strong relations between the United States and Japan. The non-profit company is based in San Francisco, CA. It offers programs and events that include Japanese language education, cultural activities, business networking, and innovation-focused initiatives. The organization provides Japanese language instruction through group classes, private tutoring, themed workshops, and corporate training, all taught by native Japanese instructors who incorporate cultural insights. Cultural programming features traditional celebrations, film series, workshops, and social events highlighting Japanese arts, cuisine, and heritage. Signature events include an annual award gala, an innovation symposium in partnership with Stanford University, and a friendship cup tennis tournament. The society engages its community through volunteer opportunities, membership programs, newsletters, and social media, promoting dialogue and collaboration across arts, healthcare, technology, and policy sectors.