AGENDA

THE ACCOUNTANT & INTERNATIONAL ACCOUNTING BULLETINConference & Awards 20166 October 2016 I Millennium Gloucester, London

The Accountant & International Accounting Bulletin Conference and Awards6th October 2016 • London

08:00-09:00 Coffee and Registration – The Conservatory

09:00-09:10 Welcome address and scene setting – The Cromwell SuiteAna Gyorkos, Managing Director - Briefing Services, Timetric

SESSION ONE - Scene Setting – The Global Accountancy Landscape in 2016Chairperson: 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:

The Accountant & International Accounting Bulletin Conference and Awards6th October 2016 • London

SESSION TWO - International Perspectives from the IndustryChairperson: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:

The Accountant & International Accounting Bulletin Conference and Awards6th October 2016 • London

SESSION THREE - Bringing Accounting into the Digital AgeChairperson: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:

The Accountant & International Accounting Bulletin Conference and Awards6th October 2016 • London

SESSION FOUR - Looking into the Future of AccountingChairperson: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 BeyondHear 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