News from the AGN EMEA Accounting, Auditing & Education Committee (AAEC)
Regarding sustainability, which topics are relevant can differ massively from company to company. A manufacturing company, for example, places more emphasis on occupational safety and employee health. At the same time, for a swimming pool operator, the energy balance and the elimination of chemicals for water purification are very relevant.
The AGN Taxpresso is a quarterly publication designed to give you a better understanding of the Asia Pacific (AP) region.
Forbes Magazine has recognized James Moore & Company as one of America’s Best Tax and Accounting Firms 2023. This is the fourth year Forbes has recognized James Moore in accounting and tax categories.
Contributed by: Ashfords.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
