Are you considering a change in direction or do you think it is time to go it alone? Starting your own business is usually a very appealing option but it can be complicated. Attending this seminar will provide you with the guidance you need to Starting Your Own Practice.
Why you should attend
Although starting your own business is an exciting opportunity, quitting an established company always carries a little bit of fear.
- Where do you go?
- How will you manage on your own?
- Where will your clients come from?
- How do you charge?
This seminar will give you the expert guidance you need and a real view with inside knowledge from people who have recently set up their own practices.
Who should attend
Members who are considering a change in direction and thinking of going it alone. Starting your own business is a very appealing option, let us guide you in building a practice that works for you.
* This event is free for ICAEW members that do not have a practicing certificate or who have held one for less than 12 months
Event programme
Speakers
Alan Taylor
Alan Taylor FCA Alan has over 20 years’ experience of advising accountancy firms on practice management, profitability and development.
Alan's experience was gained both as head of practice at ICAEW and more recently running his own niche practice offering expert advice and a wide range of consultancy services to firms of chartered accountants.
Bryan Smith
After 13 years working for various firms of Chartered Accountants, in 1993, Bryan joined what was then JMU (now QAD).
Since that time, he has visited many firms to review their compliance with both audit and DPB regulations. He has also visited firms of all sizes to assist them with practice assurance standards.
Gavin Preston
Gavin works with Entrepreneurs, high potential men and women whose ambition to accelerate the growth of their business and make a lasting difference is paramount.
Gavin’s wealth of experience in Behavioural Change, Organisational Change, Problem Solving, Influence & Persuasion coupled with a strong business background both as a KPMG Chartered Accountant and Leadership Development, Consultancy, Coaching and finance for BAE Systems plc enable him to use leading edge strategies to take you to the next level.
His vast portfolio of experience includes working with the United Nations, HSBC, ICI and Carphone Warehouse.