AICPA & CIMA Women's Global Leadership Summit 2020 - Europe & USA

Nov 11, 2020 ‐ Nov 11, 2020

Join us for our first "around the world" Women's Global leadership Summit!

On Wednesday, November 11, the Women's Global Leadership Summit Europe and US events will go back to back - and you have the opportunity to attend both!

Starting at 12pm GMT (7am EST), you can join top women leaders in Europe as they kick off the event and then flow straight into the US event from 12pm EST (5pm GMT)!  

After each event, join in our mixology networking events and mingle with women from around the globe!

Earn up to 9 CPE credits 

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Keynote: Leading The Change: Creating A Culture Of Inclusivity & Inspiring Positive Change (12pm BST)

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Keynote: Leading The Change: Creating A Culture Of Inclusivity & Inspiring Positive Change (12pm BST)

Nov 11, 2020 7:00am ‐ Nov 11, 2020 7:50am

Identification: WUK2001

COVID-19 has brought unparalleled and unprecedented challenges to the workplace for organizations across all sectors.  This session will discuss the steps taken in the wake of the pandemic to transform a 1400 volunteer led member women's finance and accounting network from an in-person to a fully virtual model in two and a half months and the unforeseen opportunities created as a result.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn how to incorporate SWOT Analysis in identifying critical success factors for change
• Learn how to adopt a Situational Mindset when managing and delivering change
• Gain a critical understanding of the role of teamwork and collaboration to achieve desired change outcomes

Keynote(s):

• Jenny Okonkwo, MBA, FCMA(UK), CGMA, FP&A CPA, CMA(Canada), Founder and President, Black Female Accountants Network (BFAN)

Emcee(s):

• Samantha Louis, FCMA, CGMA, Vice President International Advocacy, Association of International Certified Professional Accountants

Succeeding Remotely: Progressing Your Career Ambitions By Embracing Impactful Remote Working (1pm BST)

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Succeeding Remotely: Progressing Your Career Ambitions By Embracing Impactful Remote Working (1pm BST)

Nov 11, 2020 8:00am ‐ Nov 11, 2020 8:50am

Identification: WUK2002

How to create impact and build relationships when remote working to achieve pesonal and business objectives

Learning Objectives:

• To present yourself professionally on different remote platforms
• To create immediate and lasting impact in all your on-line communication
• Build effective relationships at a distance
• Present your ideas with flair
• Become more productive with your time

Speaker(s):

• Miss Sue Tonks, JP, Managing Director, HydroVeg Limited

The Power Of A Network: Building Your Support System And Finding Your Tribe (3pm BST)

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The Power Of A Network: Building Your Support System And Finding Your Tribe (3pm BST)

Nov 11, 2020 10:00am ‐ Nov 11, 2020 11:15am

Identification: WUK2004

This session will show you how your work life, your business and your career can be infinitely easier to build with the right network. It will share how by using the right techniques, opportunities will arise, you'll feel more supported and you’ll achieve so much more. You’ll be guided in seeing how attracting and developing the right network is worth curating.

Learning Objectives:

• To show how to build a natural network easily that works for you.
• How relationships are key to profession.

Speaker(s):

• Deep Bajwa, Founder and Director, Opulence Events London

RSM Presents: Women Empowered: Gender Equity and Victory in Challenging Times (5pm BST)

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RSM Presents: Women Empowered: Gender Equity and Victory in Challenging Times (5pm BST)

Nov 11, 2020 12:00pm ‐ Nov 11, 2020 12:50pm

Identification: WUS20SS201

Did you know that women are responsible for many of the attributes that make work teams and firm performance better? Intelligence, psychological safety and retention rises based on women’s expertise. Yet women’s levels of confidence rise more slowly than men and self-advocacy can create a “double-bind” which hinders career progress. Women make up 39% of global employment but account for 54% of overall job losses. Beyond potential job loss, women are also experiencing the pressure of childcare, racial inequality and mental-health challenges. During this course, we will take a look at data to illustrate the impact and the opportunity from the lens of different groups of women, including women of color. We will also site best methods to achieve resiliency and results - feeling empowered to accomplish, despite challenging times. Join RSM to discuss the current state of gender equality and what steps we can take to ensure progress for women continues.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the impact of COVID-19, the challenges and benefit of the new normal
• Identify key gender inequality issues and how to address them for success
• Determine what steps you can take to own your future and close the gender gap

Speaker(s):

• Tracey Walker, CCD-AP, National Leader of Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, RSM US LLP
• Dara Castle, RSM Women's Initiative Leader; Managing Partner, Washington Metro Offices; Practice Leader, Government Contracting Practice, RSM US LLP

The Pandemic: The New Virtual Life of Organizations (7pm BST)

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The Pandemic: The New Virtual Life of Organizations (7pm BST)

Nov 11, 2020 2:00pm ‐ Nov 11, 2020 2:50pm

Identification: WUS2002

The current virtual work environment that we're in is a whole new world for some organizations and firms. When the Coronavirus pandemic first hit, workplaces all over the world had to transition their day to day business dealings online - and many didn't have high expectations for success...

BUT, since March, some organizations are THRIVING in this new virtual work environment and seeing productivity levels soar. In this session, you'll hear from some of those organizations and learn how they got there. They'll touch on: 

- the benefits of virtual working for firms 

- myths vs realities   

- the productivity changes  

- the effects they've seen on work/life balance.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the impact that COVID-19 is having on organizations as they try to juggle the new remote working norm.
• Learn how other organizations have pivoted from an office culture to a fully remote workforce and the challenges they've had to overcome
• Learn ways in which your organization can thrive in this new remote working landscape

Speaker(s):

• Gregory J. Anton, CPA, CGMA, Partner BDO USA, LLP, Past Chairman Board of Directors, AICPA (2011-2012), BDO USA, LLP
• Pamela Steer, FCA, FCPA, CFA, Chief Financial and Corporate Strategy Officer, Payments Canada
• Jessica Velazquez, CPA, CFE, Managing Partner, INDIVA Advisors LLP

Walking on the Glass Floor: Empowering "Equal - Not Identical" Leadership (7pm BST)

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Walking on the Glass Floor: Empowering "Equal - Not Identical" Leadership (7pm BST)

Nov 11, 2020 2:00pm ‐ Nov 11, 2020 2:50pm

Identification: WUS2003

What do men and women have in common when it comes to leadership? Perhaps taking their team and company to the next level. Perhaps bringing more revenue into the company. Perhaps being the best they can be... But despite their similarities, men and women are hardly treated the same. 

It's not a secret - "Women want to be treated equally - not Identically"™. 

In this session, you'll learn how to advance the skills you already have as women leaders and propel yourself and your businesses, forward. No matter your level of expertise, you will walk away with a wealth of self-discovery and new concepts to grow yourself and your career in leadership through these seven keys to success in business - and life:

1) Passion

2) Authenticity

3) Courage

4) Communication

5) Decisiveness

6) Resilience

7) Generosity

Learning Objectives:

• Learn and/or refine essential leadership qualities and skills for creating success and results in business and in life
• Explore essential leadership qualities needed for men and women to support each other in the workplace
• Discover ways to champion and mentor emerging women in leadership
• Understand the differences between treating people equally… not identically

Speaker(s):

• Judy Hoberman, President, Selling In A Skirt/Walking on the Glass Floor

The Pandemic: The New Virtual Life for Working Parents (8pm BST)

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The Pandemic: The New Virtual Life for Working Parents (8pm BST)

Nov 11, 2020 3:00pm ‐ Nov 11, 2020 3:50pm

Identification: WUS2004

We've heard how the Coronavirus pandemic has affected businesses and the workplace environment, now we touch on the bigger issue - family.

In this session, we'll discuss how the pandemic is affecting working parents. Our panelists will discuss the unique challenges and circumstances that each of the different age groups provide (based on personal experiences) in this ever evolving home schooling landscape, and provide key take aways that you can implement immediately to help relieve stress in the home. 

Then, join one of the many smaller group discussions (based on children ages) to discuss your own experiences and hear stories from your peers.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the impact that COVID-19 is having on working parents as they try to juggle their workload in the presence of children
• Learn coping techniques that you can use immediately to relieve some of the pressure that COVID-19 presents in the home.

Speaker(s):

• Byron S. Bailey, Jr., CPA, CGMA, CISA, CFE, Partner, Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC
• Kristin Fraser, CPA, Managing Partner (Providence Office), KPMG LLP
• Jessica E. McClain, Controller, Brand USA
• Tracey Golden, Chairman, AICPA

Raise Your Voice (8pm BST)

Raise Your Voice (8pm BST)

Nov 11, 2020 3:00pm ‐ Nov 11, 2020 4:15pm

Identification: WUS2005

In this highly interactive session, we cover the importance of Raising Your Voice in your role through finding your voice-who you are and what you are all about, overcoming barriers to Raising Your Voice and best practices for making your voice count.

Learning Objectives:

• Evaluate How To Find Your Voice Through Uncovering Your Purpose and Contributions
• Explore the Common Barriers to Discovering and Using Your Voice
• Learn Best Practices for Raising Your Voice today and tomorrow

Speaker(s):

• Angie Grissom, The Rainmaker Companies, Owner, Chief Relationship Officer