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Larry Morgan, Friend of the Profession Award

Corey Butler, MNCPA communications manager | October/November 2022 Footnote

Editor's note: Updated September 30, 2022

Looking at the “stat lines” of Larry Morgan feels parallel to the announcement of the newest inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame or the National Hockey League Hall of Fame.

For a moment, let’s consider those very stats: More than 1,600 questions answered via the MNCPA HR Hotline, a free member resource, which Larry has managed since 2010; 28 articles published for MNCPA members via Footnote or the MNCPA website; 28 webinars hosted; more than 20 conference sessions led; and involvement in 10 HR Special Interest Section meetings.

He’s an all-star goalie and legendary bass guitarist wrapped into one, and he is this year’s recipient of the Friend of the Profession Award, which is given to a non-CPA who has made meaningful contributions to MNCPA programming.

“I’m surprised and honored by the award,” Larry said. “I’ve truly enjoyed my work over the past decade with MNCPA members and enjoy walking through a variety of issues and concerns they have.”

And to top it off, Larry’s accomplished all that with a calm, measured approach to help members navigate some very tough issues, from COVID protocol implementation to the Family and Medical Leave Act, and from the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to the Fair Labor Standards Act changes. In short, people feel at ease when working with Larry.

“I enjoy keeping members up to date with the legal, regulatory and compliance issues that are becoming more and more complex,” he said. “The only thing about change is that it’s constant.”

The HR Hotline, in particular, has allowed Larry to shine with a sincere approach emphasized by a high level of service and attention to detail. It’s also his responsiveness. While Larry’s advertised to respond within 24 hours to members’ questions, he often replies within an hour or two.

Because Larry’s not an attorney (though he has four other credentials), he does not provide legal advice, but rather serves as a resource to members and encourages them to consider all options.

“I want to make sure I don’t overstep my boundaries,” he said. “Oftentimes, what I try to do, is provide the technically correct answer, but also talk through alternative options and practical solutions, as well as the risks.”