Topic: Talent & Diversity

Zurich, Switzerland – November 10, 2023 – Aeberli 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.

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.

Rome, Italy – AGN International has successfully wrapped up its 12-month NextLeaders EMEA programme, culminating in Rome. This comprehensive leadership development initiative brought together emerging leaders from across the EMEA region to focus on leadership, practice management, and the future of the profession. 

AGN Global Business Voice: Practice Management

Through the second quarter of 2024, AGN surveyed its members on the important topic of outsourcing. The purpose of the research was to better understand the prevailing trends and attitudes towards the outsourcing of member accountancy services to other members and /or service providers.  

The National Association of Businesswomen, Executives and Professionals (ANMEPRO) is the first association of Dominican women professionals. The current president is lawyer Verónica Núñez Cáceres.

We are delighted to share the news that AGN Member Firm Dafferns has initiated two new promotions within its leadership team. Congratulations to David Halkett, who has been promoted to Director, and to Lucy Hatton, who has been promoted to Partner.

Paris Hosts NextGen Accountancy Training Day – In the heart of Paris, a group of twelve NextGen accountancy partner candidates and new partners gathered for a pivotal dinner and training day, aiming to prepare them for the future of their profession.

AGN NextGen UK Conference, 10 – 11 June, 2024, London.
Contributed by Dan Burns at AGN firm (and event host) Shipleys LLP.

“Why I enjoy and get involved with the NextGen programme is seeing colleagues who are in the early stages of their management career coming together to build professional relationships, share the highs and lows of their jobs, learn from each other, and do something a bit different from the day-to-day job.”

Dan Burns – Experienced Learning and Development Advisor, Shipleys, LLP

Special Edition AGN NextGen Program 2024: Road To Rome… via Nashville.

On 18th January, NextGenners worldwide connected for Road To Rome: Part 1. In an engaging 90-minute session, participants explored talent retention and recruitment strategies. A guest presenter provided valuable insights and breakout sessions allowed NextGen participants to hear innovative recruitment strategies deployed successfully by others, which motivate and engage their staff.

On March 8, a record-breaking number of AGN professionals from across the globe came together to inspire inclusion and honour the remarkable contributions of women in the workforce and amplify the visibility of female professionals on International Women’s Day. With around 100 attendees over two sessions to accommodate global time zones, the event served as a testament to AGN’s unwavering commitment to gender equality, diversity, and inclusivity in the workplace.