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IAFA 2026 Winners’ Showcase
It was a pleasure to welcome more than five hundred delegates and guests to the International Accounting Forum and Awards 2026 in London this June. Bringing together leaders from across the profession, the event provided invaluable thought leadership from an outstanding lineup of speakers, on the issues shaping the future of accountancy.
We were also delighted to celebrate excellence by presenting 16 Awards to deserving firms and individuals. If you joined us, thank you for making it such a memorable occasion. If you were unable to attend, I encourage you to explore our IAFA 2026 winners’ showcase and celebrate the achievements of this year's outstanding recipients.
That spirit of leadership and ambition continued throughout this July edition. I was delighted to sit down with Viv Muir, newly appointed CEO of Moore Global, for an exclusive conversation exploring her transition from COO to chief executive, her priorities for the first one hundred days and her vision for driving the network's next phase of global growth. Our discussion offers valuable insight into the qualities needed to lead international organisations through a rapidly changing business environment.
The importance of collaboration is another defining theme. Ozgur Demirdoven, independent board member at Delphi Alliance, explains how the young multi-practise alliance has challenged established associations by embracing a fresh approach to professional cooperation and outlines its ambitious plans for the future.
Growth also depends on strong local foundations. We examine how SME accountants are helping to power regional economic development across the UK, while AS “RSM Latvia” demonstrates how the strength of an international network can help firms deliver greater value for clients and unlock new opportunities for cross-border growth.
As artificial intelligence reshapes the profession, we also report on the latest CIMA AI readiness survey, highlighting how finance professionals are preparing for the opportunities and challenges ahead.
Finally, our country reports turn the spotlight on two dynamic markets. Ethiopia’s sweeping programme of economic reform continues to attract international business interest, while Türkiye is strengthening its position as a regional safe-haven, despite continuing economic and regulatory change.
I hope you enjoy this edition and, as always, welcome your feedback as we continue to bring you the ideas, insights and conversations shaping the global accounting profession.
There is also the usual news round-up.
Zoya Malik
editor-in-chief