2023 AICPA & CIMA Women's Global Leadership Summit

In this age of technology disruption, everything is changing around us. We sometimes can feel like we don’t know where our anchor is - what will stay the same, what will change, and what we can depend on. We can find that when implementing change in our organization, individual patterns of behavior can show up in ways that prevent the business from making progress and embracing the opportunities ahead. While we are focusing on change management in our organizations and what the future of our work will look like, we should also be spending an equal amount of time creating stronger human connections. With time and dedication, you can learn to become a connected leader who contributes to cultivating an engaging and fulfilling work-life culture for yourself, your team and colleagues. During this talk, Amy will take you on an emotional journey of self reflection. You will discover more compassion for yourself and others, be more mindful as a leader, and improve how you communicate to achieve the desired outcomes together as a team.

SPEAKING UP & STANDING OUT What would it mean to you if 2024 was the year you were recognised and valued for all of your skills, capabilities and experience? Why do so many women shy away from being more visible, from standing out, and being rewarded and recognised for all the incredible contributions that they make? Having worked with thousands of women over the years we know that things like self-doubt, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, difficulty in communicating your value and worrying about being judged or criticised are often part of the problem. Too many women worry that sharing their value will come across as self-promoting or boastful. But to be noticed, recognised, and rewarded we have to speak up, stand out and advocate for yourself. In this session, we will support you to own the value you bring to the workplace and show you how to amplify that in service of you and your career goals. Walk away with: · Clarity of why it’s important for you to be visible and advocate for yourself · An understanding of what’s holding you back from being seen, recognised, rewarded and appreciated for all that you do; and · Strategies to stand out, get noticed and lead from a place of authentic confidence

We talk about time management and often neglect to think about the resources our bodies and minds need to meet the demands that are coming at them to accomplish our goals. Ever felt drained after work and family time suffered? Had a fight with your partner and work was harder? Our bodies (mind and emotions included) often are the reason we are not up to the task or experiencing resilience. Let’s orient ourselves to more effectively managing against the everyday stressors and finding ways to thrive.

Toxic bosses are everywhere. Have you worked with someone labeled as a "toxic" woman boss? Have you been labeled as toxic or difficult to work with? Unfortunately, some women leaders, who we hoped would support and guide those coming behind them, are described as challenging to work with and labeled toxic. Having a toxic boss can be a difficult and stressful experience for any employee. Toxic bosses can cause a lot of harm to an employee's career, as well as their emotional and mental well-being. In this session, we'll address toxic boss behavior, how women can avoid being labeled a toxic boss, and how to manage a toxic boss in your workplace. Disclaimer: This session may unintentionally trigger past emotions and bring up old experiences. This presentation is designed to support and provide insights on this issue.

During our panel discussion, we'll explore the recent Bentley University report, "Men as Allies: Engaging Men to Advance Women in the Workplace". We'll discuss pipeline opportunities, wage parity, workplace retention and re-entry, and unlocking unconscious bias for inclusive leadership. Join us for a valuable panel discussion on an inspiring topic.

We know that women continue to make noteworthy gains; but education, bold leadership, policies and organizational changes are still needed to reach gender parity in the accounting profession. Join us as we discuss how owning your power can lead to greater, more inclusive outcomes in teams, in developing talent and creating high performance - especially for women. Looking back on their careers, the panel will share their personal experiences of imposter syndrome and advice for others about how to overcome it with skills, compelling new thinking, courage, advocacy and self-acceptance. We believe in inclusion and this session is open to all genders, from new joiners to partners, for allies, sponsors and champions and the vast audience will gain insights on how to move their own career plan forward to success.

Join us for an inspiring and empowering session titled "Staying Unstuck: Taking Charge of Your Career and Life for Long-term Success." In a rapidly changing world, it's crucial to develop the skills and mindset needed to navigate your career and life effectively. This session will provide you with practical strategies and insights to break through obstacles, discover your purpose, and maintain long-term success. Our speakers will share their experiences and guide you on the path to personal and professional growth. Don't miss this opportunity to redefine your journey, overcome hurdles, and create a sustainable and fulfilling future.

SUMMARY Generative AI (GenAI) tools like ChatGPT, BingChat and Bard have upended what we thought the future would look like. Some folks are excited, some folks are scared, and some folks are just not sure what to think. In this session, we'll discuss what GenAI *can* and *cannot* do, some ways that you can use it to make your life easier, and ways to safely start exploring the technology. TOPICS * Current capabilities of GenAI * Other AI applications that you might not know about * Examples of leveraging GenAI at work * Examples of leveraging GenAI at home * Rules of the Road for safety and data security * Easy ways to get started

Do you ever wonder how some leaders radiate energy as they grow their responsibilities and businesses, win recognition and awards, and seemingly do everything everywhere at once? These leaders are high performers at work, at home, and community. How do they get it all done? In this presentation, Lisa M. Ong, CPA, award-winning executive coach, and inclusion and belonging leadership strategist, will share her secrets learned to become bold through her career and from years of coaching leaders who successfully harness the power of strategically "wishing out loud" ®.

Do you wish you had more hours in the day to get your work done? Do you wish you could hand off work and know it would actually get done in the way that you want? Do you often say, “It will be quicker and easier if I just do it myself.”? This session will help you let go, while helping others develop valuable skills.

As an early- to mid-career accounting professional, knowing how to move up quickly in the field and get involved in more interesting work can feel daunting. If you are further along in your career, feeling unfulfilled and burnt out can make you feel stuck with no clue what to do next. This is especially true for accountants without public accounting experience, where promotions or strategic lateral moves can be challenging. In this workshop, Valerie Mondesir, CPA and author of _Breaking the Spell: Practical Strategies to Eliminate Overthinking, Embrace Change, and Gain the Confidence to Create a New Future_, discusses how to reframe your thinking and develop an unshakeable internal compass to go after what you want in your career, on your terms.

This session is about specific actions that help us win as working parents. Part of winning the game will be learning new plays—if we keep doing what we’ve always done nothing will change. Some of these plays you could run today, while others may be saved for later. No matter the age of your dependents, you can feel like you are winning at work as a working parent. All the best sports teams make adjustments throughout the game in order to win - we’ll open our playbook and share specific plays that real working parents use to win at work. We’ll tackle the new normal of work from home. The session also provides a space for group-based learning/sharing.

As human beings, we naturally want to be around people who understand us - our dreams, our needs, our desires, our fears. When we find people who truly get us at work, we bring more of our full selves to what we do, unleash our potential, and truly thrive. This is where the magic happens! During this session, we'll explore what it means to lead your team in this powerful way. Plus, you'll walk away with some practical ideas for how to make the magic happen.

Do you have it? That intangible attribute of highly sought after professionals who own the Trusted Advisor space with their clients. Discover how to find and enhance your "X" factor and become that sought after most Trusted Advisor. Join Bill Pirolli, past Chair of the AICPA and a 40+ year practitioner as he discusses the intangible attributes necessary to move from compliance to consulting and become your clients most Trusted Advisor. Bill will discuss the difference between management and leadership, how to develop a 360 degree vision, create an entrepreneurial mindset, enhance your meeting and listening skills and more....

In this session, participants will be guided on how to define success in their own way, honoring the stage of life they are currently in. The mold, or label we have used to define success is probably no longer aligned to where we want to go professionally. Stepping into an authentic leadership role takes courage, and although a small difference, it will make all the difference on the impact that you'll have and influencing others organically inside and outside of work.