Morgan Harrell
Liberty University - Download Profile/Vita

I enjoy writing to teach and impart knowledge in books, technical writing, and instructional design. I understand numbers as another form of communication, and finance is a numerical presentation of rules and regulations that paint the picture of an organization or a person.

Experience with AECT

I joined AECT after I began my Ph.D. program. I have participated in a couple of research projects for other members. I look forward to developing skills outside of academia to help me be a better writer and designer.

Vision for AECT

The vision I have for AECT is to include digital literacy in educational technology. The rapid developments in artificial intelligence and machine learning are changing the way we learn, teach, research, and socialize in life. Technology is advancing at a faster rate than our digital skills. I think this is an important aspect to add to our vision of being the premier international organization.

Role of Treasurer

A Treasurer should follow the by-laws with due diligence, integrity, and good faith. The treasurer is ultimately responsible for accuracy in any financial transactions, reporting, and tax forms, regardless of any duties that may be delegated to other members. The rules for current record keeping, filing pertinent documents, and keeping abreast of changes in legislation are necessary to be in good order and avoid the Staff Accountant, CPA, or auditor's unnecessary cleanup. Asking questions, researching, and communicating with the Staff Accountant are necessary skills to be successful.

Educational Background and Experience

In summary, I have a B.S. in Mathematics from Creighton University, an A.A.S in Technical Communications and A.A.S. in Government Communications from Austin Community College, a Master's in Instructional Design and Technology from West Texas A&M,  and I am five classes away from my dissertation for a Ph.D. I have varied leadership experience from the US Air Force, Union Pacific Railroad, Colorado Department of Revenue, Dell, Texas Department of Agriculture, and my own small business. I have been active in serving the community with the Alpha Gamma Pi chapter of Phi Kappa Theta, Alpha Gamma Pi Alumni Association, National Society for Leadership and Success, and Kappa Delta Pi. I have also served on an HOA board, three nonprofit boards, and a city of advisors board.

Related Accounting Experience

Creighton Department of Surgery From 1992 to 1995, I coded CPT-4 and ICD-9-CM, filed insurance claims, managed patient accounts with monthly statements, set up payment plans, and researched and filed bankruptcy and estate claims.

Union Pacific Railroad From 1998 to 1999, I balanced horsepower hours between the railroad for payment. From 2001 to 2002, I was a system administrator for the property tax payment system for active and inactive tracks in all 28 states. I worked on a weed abatement issue in California, leases, and reconciled mileage for tracks in Iowa.

Colorado Department of Revenue From 2004 to 2005 I was the office manager for Taxpayer Services Division coding and managing the department liabilities for payments and I examined and applied mismatched business tax payments.

E-Morgaine From 2009 to Present I understand small business accounting and taxation for LLC.

Sales Tax Associates From 2015 to 2016 I was the Colorado tax subject matter expert and filed telecommunication and solar energy tax payments in all states the entities operated.

Board Experience

Kyle Public Library Advisory Board Member From 2020 to the present I am aware of city financing and the additional support for library programs from a nonprofit thrift store that donates 100 percent of all profits to library community programs. We do not review monthly financials or base decisions directly from finance.

Drive a Senior South Austin/Central Texas - Board of Directors From 2018 to 2020, I reviewed monthly financial statements and based voting and decisions on those financial records.

Brush Square Museums - Secretary - Board of Directors From 2015 to 2017, I reviewed monthly financial statements and based voting and decisions on those financial records.

TimberRidge HOA Board Member From 2012 to 2013 I reviewed monthly financial statements and based voting and decisions on those financial records.

Accounting Education

Austin Community College: I completed 30 hours of accounting and finance classes.
University of the Incarnate Word I completed a small business 35-hour bootcamp.
University of Phoenix I completed 15 hours of MBA classes