Shifting Landscapes - ‘The Changing World of Work in Accounting and Finance’

Event Schedule:

Welcome & Introductions (5 minutes)
Hosted by Geoffrey Evans and Fiona Dearing, setting the stage for the discussion.

Opening Keynote (15 minutes)
Suzanne Robinson presents “Navigating the Future of Work in a Rapidly Changing Environment”, offering expert insights into the evolving landscape of accounting and finance.

Panel Discussion (60 minutes)
Moderated by Fiona Dearing CGMA and Geoff Evans MBA, featuring a diverse panel of experts.
Discussion Themes:

The impact of Technology and AI on roles and workflows

Generational change and its influence on workplace expectations

Building inclusive and adaptive workplace cultures

Audience Q&A and Closing Remarks (10 minutes)
An opportunity for attendees to engage directly with speakers and panellists. Refreshments will be available.

Event Overview: Shifting Landscapes: The Changing World of Work in Accounting and Finance

Join us for an engaging and forward-thinking event exploring the evolving dynamics of the accounting and finance profession. This session brings together thought leaders and industry experts to discuss the future of work in a rapidly changing environment.

"Shifting Landscapes: The Changing World of Work in Accounting and Finance"

Opening Speaker Suzanne Robinson - Topic: Navigating the Future of Work in a Rapidly Changing EnvironmentShifting Landscapes: The Changing World of Work in Accounting and FinancePanellists:

Moderator: Fiona Dearing CGMA, CIMA Lecturer in Accounting and Geoff Evans MBA Senior Lecturer in Accounting – Salford University Business School

Discussion Themes: • Technology and AI,• Generational change,• Workplace culture and inclusion

Panel members: 

- Suzanne Robinson, Chief Finance Officer at Northern Care Alliance NHS Trust

-Paul Hutchings, Deputy CFO and Deputy S151 Officer at Salford Council

-Michelle Pendergast FCCA, Finance Director at The Lowry

-Ryan Stevens, Tax Consultant at Deloitte

General public, employers, accounting and finance professionals

Changing workplace - local economy

20th October 17:30-19:30