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Strategies for Managing Change in Your Organization

Contributed by: Clark Schaefer Hackett

As firms evolve their services to adapt to changing technologies and client needs, managing change becomes essential not only for maintaining competitiveness and serving clients effectively but also for addressing its impact on firm employees.

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Foreign Direct Investments Hot Spots

This business alert is designed to update AGN members and their clients with insights into the latest Foreign Direct Investments (FDI)- friendly regions and the specific incentives offered within each location.

By understanding the local incentives available in key regions like the United States, India, Vietnam, the UAE, and Brazil, members can better advise clients on how to navigate these environments, from tax advantages to sector-specific grants.

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Sean Devlin Joins the AGN EMEA IT Committee, Championing Digital Transformation in Accounting

We are thrilled to welcome Sean Devlin, IT & Digital Transformation Partner at Ballards LLP, to the AGN EMEA IT Committee. This position reinforces Ballards’ commitment to advancing technology and digital strategies within the accounting industry. Sean brings extensive experience in driving digital innovation both within professional service firms and for corporates undertaking strategic digital transformations.

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AGN Impact Report 2024

As a leading international association, we empower firms worldwide to advance sustainability.

The AGN Impact Report highlights our commitment to accountability standards and responsible business practices within the global accounting community. Our focus on service evolution, technology, and talent development through the Member Agenda has been instrumental in helping members navigate today’s fast-changing business environment.

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Press Release: AGN Strengthens Collaboration at the 2024 Asia Pacific Regional Meeting in Singapore.

Singapore, November 9, 2024 – AGN International, a global association of independent accounting and advisory firms, hosted its 2024 Asia-Pacific Regional Meeting in Singapore on November 7-8.

The event, attended by nearly 50 AGN members from across the Asia-Pacific region, took place alongside the Nexia Singapore Conference, offering an ideal platform for members to meet, exchange ideas, and strengthen their collaborative alliance with Nexia.

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Press Release: Aeberli Treuhand AG Hosts Successful German-Speaking AGN Meeting in Zurich, Switzerland

Zurich, Switzerland – November 10, 2023Aeberli Treuhand AG, a prominent Swiss accounting and advisory firm, proudly hosted the annual German-speaking AGN meeting in Zurich, welcoming around 50 participants from eight countries to an event centered on building and strengthening relationships, learning, and cultural exchange. Under the theme “Welcome to our home,” the meeting featured an itinerary rich in professional development and Swiss tradition, bringing together experts from across the German-speaking world.

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Importance of Employer Branding

A case study examining the innovative staff policies of the highly successful member Q Concepts.

As we all know, the accountancy sector faces significant recruitment challenges, with many firms struggling to attract and retain qualified staff. Discover how employer branding is a critical strategy to overcome this challenge.

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