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Ashfords International Recruitment Seminar Recap – Importing talent from overseas

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Recently, Ashfords held the International Recruitment Seminar, teaching businesses how to coordinate importing talent from overseas in response to the growing labour shortage in Australia. International recruitment has become more popular since the shortage of workers in Australia began. Businesses are interested in increasing their team productivity, expanding their access to skilled talent and diversifying their teams; all benefits brought by hiring international workers.

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AGN 2022 North America Regional Meeting

AGN Connection – NA Newsletter #43 I December 2022

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As 2022 comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on all we have accomplished and look forward to the new year with the hope of all things good.

The AGN staff are grateful for the time spent with members in-person at small and large events across the continent and around the world. We are confident that 2023 will bring expanded opportunities for AGN members to spend time together in new and meaningful ways. Plus, we look forward to surprising you throughout the year as we celebrate the 45th anniversary of the organization’s founding in North America.

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Futurist Dimitri Dimitriadis - AGN World Congress 2023, Athens, Greece

Accounting & Metaverse – by Futurist Dimitri Dimitriadis

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Futurist Dimitri Dimitriadis captured the attention of delegates at the AGN World Congress 2022 in Athens, with his two-part session titled “Future is a human invention – Future Mindset and how to be futureproof. In this article, Dimitri explains what the Metaverse means for accounting professionals and how firms can enter the Metaverse.

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AGN World Congress 2022

Press Release: Reflections on AGN World Congress 2022

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Around 150 participants from all over the world gathered in Athens, Greece, to attend two packed days of colourful and informative plenary sessions and highly-interactive workshops. As befitting the conference theme of Heroes, the programme drew from Greek antiquity to the present, relating content to the business challenges we face today.

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Lanigan Ryan Relocates to New Office Space

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On Friday, November 11th, Lanigan Ryan moved into a new office space located in the vibrant and lively Rio Washingtonian Center. The move will accommodate a growing team and provide upgraded equipment and technology. The team expects the move to create greater opportunities to connect with friends of the firm, as well as facilitate team bonding activities.

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The Advanced Leadership & Practice Management Program

It’s November, so it must be ALPP in Athens!

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The AGN global conference rolls into town, and with it, a rather special training programme for AGN members’ future partners – The Advanced Leadership & Practice Management Program – which has become known amongst those involved as ALPP.

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Women leaders

The Great Female Resignation…? The AGN ‘Women of Impact’ Initiative

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AGN Global Business Voice: Practice Management

Why are women professionals so poorly represented at senior levels within many firms across the sector? In 2021, the AGN Women of Impact (WOI) awards program sought to recognise the unique impact of women accountancy professionals and staff within our member firms. We focused on outstanding contributions and leadership, often delivered in very difficult circumstances during the pandemic. The process surfaced some amazing tales of excellence, professionalism and selflessness.

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Criteria for Good Sustainability Reporting

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News from the AGN EMEA Accounting, Auditing & Education Committee (AAEC)

A good sustainability report offers companies many advantages; It provides information to stakeholders and ensures transparency. It serves as a central instrument for controlling all processes in sustainability management. It makes employees more aware of the issue of sustainability.

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AGN 2022 North America Regional Meeting

AGN Connection – NA Newsletter #42 I November 2022

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The season of gratitude is here, and we would like to take this opportunity to extend our sincerest appreciation for all our member firms.

We are incredibly grateful for your membership. We salute all the member volunteers that guide and assist along the way. Finally, we acknowledge the AGN Resource Partners that work with AGN members to bring value to your clients. We are grateful for and treasure these relationships and look forward to what we will create together next!

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