THE ACCOUNTANT & INTERNATIONAL ACCOUNTING BULLETIN. Conference & Awards October 2016 I Millennium Gloucester, London AGENDA

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1 THE ACCOUNTANT & INTERNATIONAL ACCOUNTING BULLETIN Conference & Awards October 2016 I Millennium Gloucester, London AGENDA

2 08:00-09:00 Coffee and Registration The Conservatory 09:00-09:10 Welcome address and scene setting The Cromwell Suite Ana Gyorkos, Managing Director - Briefing Services, Timetric SESSION ONE - Scene Setting The Global Accountancy Landscape in 2016 Thuto Masasa, Partner, Nkonki Incorporated 09:10-09:30 Industry Overview Reviewing Audit in 2016 How can audit become more relevant? The changing demographics of the industry Recent developments and challenges: an exclusive insight How will today s talk address key issues? Sue Almond, Partner, Grant Thornton UK 09:30-09:50 Global Trends of Regulation in Accountancy Creating a competitive market place Has digital become more of a concern than regulation for firms? Implications of latest regulations for accounting, customers and SMEs Bernard Agulhas, CEO, Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors 09:50 10:10 Our Industry in a Global Perspective The uncertainty of the global economy Developments in the global audit market Macro developments facing our industry Anders Heede, CEO EMEA, Global Head of Advisory, BDO International 10:10-10:30 Speaker Discussion and Q&A 10:30-11:00 Networking Coffee Break The Conservatory Sponsored by:

3 SESSION TWO - International Perspectives from the Industry Prem Sikka, Professor of Accounting, University of Essex 11:00-11:20 The Bigger Picture: Enhancing the Profession s Relevance and Reputation in Europe Why should the accountancy profession ensure transparency? Do stakeholders value that we promote trust and integrity? How do we support a sustainable economy? Hilde Blomme, Deputy Chief Executive, Federation of European Accountants 11:20-11:40 BDO Brazil Case Study The company evolution How effectively the company has strengthened its position Future plans and strategies Adriano Corrêa, Partner - Financial Advisory Services, BDO Brazil 11:40-12:00 China Case study Building China s future competitiveness: How is the industry changing? The Internet of Things Offering value beyond cost savings How can other countries learn from the China s best practices? Franklin Lau, CEO, Reanda International 12:00-12:20 The Changing Dynamics of Accountancy Worldwide Reviewing developments in the global accounting world Challenges to reporting and auditing Corporate reporting Financial/Non Financial David Chitty, International Accounting & Audit Director, Crowe Horwath International 12:20-12:40 Audience Q&A 12:40-13:30 Networking Lunch The Conservatory Sponsored by:

4 SESSION THREE - Bringing Accounting into the Digital Age Paul Bulpitt, Head of Accounting, Xero 13:30-13:50 How Can Accountancy Firms Adapt to the Digital Age? What is coming instead? How can firms adapt? The Technological Revolution How can firms be technologically different? Disruptive technology how can it improve the future of accounting? Hermann Sidhu, EY Global Assurance Digital Leader 13:50-14:10 Social Media and the Accounting Industry The pros and cons How to create engaging content Using social media marketing to leverage lead generation and ROI The Ripplemark RSM symbiosis Omar El Sabh, Digital Marketing Manager, RSM Egypt - Consulting FPO 14:10-14:30 Changing the Game on Cyber Risk Emerging trends in cyber security and data protection Innovation and technology managing evolving cyber risks Practical steps for organisations to become secure, vigilant and resilient Dave Clemente, Manager - Cyber Risk Research, Deloitte UK 14:30-14:50 Professional Accountants The Future Future challenges to the profession Technology: friend or foe? Future skills for success Faye Chua, Head of Business Insights, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants 14:50-15:10 Speaker Discussion and Q&A 15:10-15:30 Networking Coffee Break The Conservatory Sponsored by:

5 SESSION FOUR - Looking into the Future of Accounting Michael Zimonyi, Policy & External Affairs Manager, CDSB 15:30-15:50 The Rise of Non-Financial Reporting How can there be global collaboration and coordination? Making important decisions in investment Assurance versus reflection the need of both in non-financial reporting The impact of non-financial reporting on the accounting industry Paul Druckman, CEO, International Integrated Reporting Council 15:50-16:10 Keeping up with the Next Generation of Customers The challenge of change The need for hard and soft skills Key factors what are the most sought after by customers? Accounting now and the enabled future Amy Askew, Partner, Menzies 16:10-16:30 Strengthening Democracy Through Government Financial Management Advancing transparency and accountability of government financial reporting Winning the trust and confidence of taxpayers Improving government financial performance Paul Kazarian, Founder, Chairman & CEO, Japonica Partners 16:30-17:00 Expert Closing Debate Establishing a Roadmap for Accounting in 2016 and Beyond Hear experts discuss a plan of action gained from today s presentations: Panellists consist of experts from accountancy firms, technology companies, lawyers and consultants to provide a cross-industry view on the future of accounting. Discussion points will include: Key market trends identified from today s talks Will the industry ever become truly digital? Do we fully understand the consequence of Brexit on the UK and Europe? Planning the next steps for your strategy and looking towards the future Speakers include: Amy Askew, Partner, Menzies Paul Druckman, CEO, International Integrated Reporting Council Anders Heede, CEO EMEA, Global Head of Advisory, BDO International Paul Kazarian, Founder, Chairman & CEO, Japonica Partners Mark Koziel, Vice President - Firm Services & Global Alliances, American Institute of CPA 17:00-17:10 Audience Q&A 17:10 Closing Remarks and Close of Conference 18:30-19:30 Pre-Awards Dinner Drinks Reception The Conservatory 19:30 Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony The Cromwell Suite