Clint Fanslow's Schools

• Texas State University , Class of 2007 Bachelors in Accounting Beta Gama Sigma, Graduated Cum Laude

Clint Fanslow's Affiliations

• Texas Society of CPAs

• AICPA

• Beta Gamma Sigma

• Beta Alpha Psi

Clint Fanslow's Publications

• Traveling Machu Picchu October, 2011 Machu Picchu Traveling Machu Picchu By Clint Fanslow Built during the 15th century by the Incas, the uninhabited city of Machu Picchu has drawn visitors from throughout the world for more than a century. Lying 70 miles from Cuzco, Peru, and flanked by two mountains, the ruins rest atop a ridge surrounded by dense forests, while the Urubamba River winds around the base of its steep hillsides. An astronomical number of options exist for travelers planning their visit to this beautiful ancient settlement. Guided trips come in packages of different extent, luxury, and cost. For those who desire a relatively luxurious vacation with attentive guides, tasty cuisine, cultural activities, explanations of archeology, and an escorted hike along the Inca Trail to the ruins, the cost can run into thousands of dollars. Others can select less expensive packages, but with fewer amenities, or they can pick and choose their options. Tourists can also visit Machu Picchu with a small group or travel independently. I recommend Alfredo Valencia Zegarra and Ruth M. Wright’s Machu Picchu Guidebook: A Self-Guided Tour. With excellent descriptions and a fold-out map, the guide allows travelers to select their own path through the settlement. It also details the rich history of the ruins that visitors forgoing guided tours might otherwise miss. About the author: An experienced world traveler, Clint Fanslow works for Houston-based RKI, Inc., as a Senior Accountant and CPA.

• The Centre Pompidou: An Enriching Experience By Clint Fanslow , Clint Fanslow's Blog on Bigsight April, 2012 Emphasizing European contemporary and modern art, the Centre Pompidou displays an exquisite collection in addition to serving as a unique venue for performances and film screenings. Located in Paris’ center, the museum opened in 1977 as a result of efforts by French President Georges Pompidou to create a cultural mainstay focused on visual arts. Designed by Richard Rogers and Renzo Piano as their entry in an international architecture competition, the museum underwent renovations in the late 1990s and reopened in 2000 with an extra 8,000 square meters of space. Having dedicated a great deal of indoor space solely to art, the architects placed the museum’s structural system and elevators on the exterior, where they remain. The seven-level, steel-and-glass part of the building, including a terrace with a breathtaking overlook of the city, truly inspires visitors. Around 6 million people visit the museum annually for a total of more than 190 million visitors in three decades. A View of Paris from the Centre Pompidou centre pompidou: terrace on the fifth level Posted by sergeymk via flickr. Some rights reserved. CC BY2.0 In addition to its vast art collection, the museum boasts a large library, which can accommodate 2,000 readers. The museum also features a café and restaurant, bookstores, and classrooms. Its theaters screen documentary films and host concerts. Describing its mission as spreading knowledge regarding creative works of the 20th century through the present, the Centre Pompidou certainly does not fall short of its objective. About the author: An avid fan of art, Clint Fanslow works as Senior Accountant and CPA for a Houston-based manufacturer.

• Clint Fanslow blog, the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society. , Clint Fanslow's Blog on Bigsight May, 2012 The Sea Shepherd Conservation Society is a nonprofit organization that seeks to protect endangered sea life, sometimes using what are called direct-action tactics. Paul Watson, a cofounding member of the Greenpeace movement, founded this conservation group in 1977. The group has operated in various international waters since then, documenting illegal activities and intervening when necessary. The Sea Shepherds are generally regarded as being more directly active toward commercial fishing and whaling vessels, than other conservation movements. The Sea Shepherds have received much public attention and support for their efforts, including donations that allow them to continue their work. They have a fleet of three ships and numerous smaller vessels. The ships are named after well-known animal rights activists: the Steve Irwin, the Bob Barker, and the Bridget Bardot. The Bob Barker was funded at a cost of $5 million by the well-known TV host and animal rights advocate. The sizable fleet is a far cry from the handful of rubber inflatable rafts used in the group’s early days. Over more than 30 years, the group’s actions have saved the lives of countless seals, dolphins, whales, and other sea creatures. Currently, the Sea Shepherd ships are in the southern Indian Ocean, intervening against illegal Japanese whaling activities. About the Author: A senior accountant and CPA, Clint Fanslow supports numerous charitable causes and organizations, including the work being done to preserve whales and other endangered sea life.

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