ALT What skills will define the next generation of audit and tax professionals? At AGN Excellent+NextGen 2026 in Barcelona, professionals from across AGN EMEA came together to explore exactly that, from AI and digital transformation to professional judgement, wellbeing and the evolving role of the adviser. Across two days of practical learning and peer exchange, one message came through strongly: technology may be changing how we work, but developing the right skills, judgement and connections will be just as important for what comes next. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/ejPC6Jhw

ALT We’ve said AI can do the processing. But surely professional judgement is still ours… right? New research challenges that comfortable assumption. Our latest Global Business Voice, 'In AI’s Professional Opinion', explores what happens as AI becomes increasingly capable of developing reasoned judgements in the grey areas of professional work. For accountants and advisers, the question is no longer simply what AI can automate. It’s where human value sits when AI can contribute to the thinking too. The answer? Challenge it. Govern it. Explain it. And, ultimately, stand behind it. Read the latest Global Business Voice: https://agn.org/insight/in-ais-professional-opinion/ #AGNInternational #ArtificialIntelligence #Accounting #ProfessionalJudgement #TrustedAdviser #FutureOfAccounting

ALT What if your firm could identify a profitability issue, staffing bottleneck, or client risk before it becomes a problem? That's the promise of AI-powered dashboards. By surfacing trends and anomalies in real time, these tools help accounting firms move from reactive reporting to proactive decision-making. In this member-contributed article, Clark Schaefer Hackett explores why firms should be paying attention. Read article: https://agn.org/insight/what-are-ai-dashboards-and-why-do-accounting-firms-need-them-now/ #Accounting #AI #PracticeManagement #DigitalTransformation #Leadership

ALT The most important driver of growth isn't capital. It's people. That's one of the standout findings from a new global survey by our collaborative alliance, Nexia, which explores how mid-sized companies are approaching growth in an increasingly unpredictable world. The research reveals that today's most successful organisations are pursuing measured growth by focusing on: • Team capability and leadership • Strategic clarity and execution • Technology and AI adoption • Sustainable international expansion It's an insightful read for business leaders and advisers helping clients navigate growth opportunities while managing risk. Read more: https://agn.org/insight/welcome-to-the-era-of-measured-growth/ #Growth #Leadership #Talent #BusinessStrategy #AI #ProfessionalServices

ALT What does it take to become one of the best accounting firms to work for? For AGN Americas firms Hungerford (#30) and Windham Brannon (#28), it means creating an environment where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Their inclusion in the Accounting Today 2026 Best Midsized and Large Accounting Firms to Work For list is a testament to that commitment. In today's talent market, attracting, developing, and retaining great people is one of the biggest challenges facing accounting firms. The firms that stand out are those that create opportunities for professional growth, listen to their people, develop future leaders, and foster a culture where individuals can thrive. These are the same priorities that drive AGN's global community. Through leadership development programmes, peer-to-peer learning, research, and thought leadership on talent and diversity, AGN helps member firms build workplaces where people can grow, thrive, and succeed.

ALT See it. Recognise it. Experience it in Sydney. The challenges shaping our profession are familiar: AI, talent, leadership, succession, growth, and creating greater value for clients. What makes the difference is learning how other firms are responding. That's the power of AGN's global community. The programme for this year's AGN World Congress & Asia Pacific Regional Meeting is built around the real conversations taking place across our membership, helping firms share ideas, learn from peers, and uncover practical solutions they can put into action. Learn how an international association can help your firm thrive: https://agn.org/member-benefits/ And for AGN members, now is the time to secure your place in Sydney: https://my.agn.org/worldcongress #AGNInternational #GlobalConnections #AccountingFirms #BusinessAdvisory #LeadershipDevelopment #WorldCongress

ALT Looking to expand your international reach without sacrificing your independence? AGN International helps accounting and advisory firms connect with trusted peers, technical experts and business leaders around the world. From AI and digital transformation to talent, leadership and international growth, our collaborative community helps firms tackle today's challenges with practical insights and real-world solutions. Because sometimes the best answers are already being solved by firms facing the same challenges as yours. Get involved: https://agn.org/get-involved/become-a-member/ #Tax #Audit #Advisory #GlobalPerspective #BusinessGrowth #DrivingMemberValue #BusinessResilience #Leadership #AI #AGNInternational

ALT We are thrilled to welcome Afileon to AGN International. As one of Germany's leading alliances of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, Afileon brings together the expertise, commitment and capabilities of partner firms across the country. Their belief that "Expertise connects." resonates strongly with AGN's commitment to connecting trusted professionals worldwide and supporting clients with increasingly international needs. We look forward to creating new opportunities for collaboration, knowledge sharing and cross-border business development as part of our global community. Read the full announcement: https://agn.org/insight/press-release-afileon-joins-agn-international/ #AGNInternational #GlobalConnections #InternationalBusiness

ALT Every career has a next step. Whether it's building confidence, expanding your technical expertise, strengthening leadership skills or preparing for greater responsibility, ongoing development is one of the best investments professionals and firms can make. AGN ADVANCE is designed to support that journey. Through a combination of leadership development, advanced technical learning, executive coaching and practical workplace application, ADVANCE helps professionals build capabilities that create value for their clients, colleagues and firms. Explore how the reimagined ADVANCE experience is helping professionals grow with confidence and purpose: https://agn.org/member.../building-value/advance-training/ See less

ALT Does your most talented young professional see a future in your firm... and do they care? The answer may have more impact on your growth prospects than your recruitment strategy. Our latest Global Business Voice, The Employee Experience as a Critical Growth Lever, explores why the employee experience is increasingly shaping attraction, retention, leadership development, succession readiness and long-term firm value. The publication highlights how changing generational expectations are challenging firms to rethink career pathways, flexibility, wellbeing and what it means to be an employer of choice. For mid-sized firms, talent is no longer simply an HR issue. It is a strategic growth lever. Read the full publication: https://agn.org/insight/the-employee-experience-as-a-critical-growth-lever/ #EmployeeExperience #TalentStrategy #FutureOfWork #Leadership #SuccessionPlanning #ProfessionalServices #AccountingFirms #AGNInternational

ALT The AGN Americas Major Firms Group Meeting in Chicago brings together firm leaders for open and honest discussions on the issues that matter most, including AI, technology, talent, governance, succession planning and the changing competitive landscape. These conversations demonstrate the value of being part of a community where members can exchange experiences, challenge thinking and gain practical insights from trusted peers. Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to another valuable meeting. Learn more about our collaborative Problem-solving Communities: https://agn.org/member-benefits/problem-solving-communities/ #AGNInternational #Collaboration #ProfessionalServices #Leadership #FutureOfWork

ALT How can firms expand their capabilities while continuing to deliver the personalised service their clients value most? AGN member firm Adams + Miles has launched Assetiam, a new Client Accounting Services division designed to help organisations access scalable accounting, advisory and fractional CFO support. The launch is a great example of how AGN firms continue to evolve in response to changing client needs. Through the AGN community, firms gain access to trusted peers, shared expertise and opportunities for collaboration that help them strengthen service offerings, explore new growth opportunities and better support their clients. Read the story behind Assetiam's launch: https://agn.org/insight/adams-miles-launches-assetiam-expanding-client-accounting-services-capabilities/ Learn how AGN membership helps firms innovate, grow and thrive: https://agn.org/member-benefits/ #AGNInternational #AGNCommunity #MemberSuccess #AccountingFirms #BusinessGrowth #ClientAdvisoryServ

ALT AI adoption is no longer about experimenting with tools. It's about building the capabilities, culture and confidence needed to create lasting value across the firm. In From AI Curiosity to Firmwide Capability, AGN explores how firms can move beyond individual AI use cases and develop a strategic, organisation-wide approach to adoption. The publication highlights key considerations around leadership, governance, skills development and change management. If your firm is thinking about the next stage of its AI journey, this publication offers practical insights to help turn curiosity into capability.

ALT In a world where technology can connect us instantly, meaningful business relationships still come down to something remarkably simple: being human. One of the key themes in Curiosity, Community, and Collaboration is the importance of authenticity. As Bruce says, if we never show vulnerability, we're not truly being ourselves. Real relationships are built on trust, honesty, and a willingness to learn from one another. That's what makes AGN special. Our community is built around people who openly share experiences, challenges, ideas, and expertise to help one another succeed. As business becomes more complex, curiosity sparks conversations, community creates connections, and collaboration helps turn challenges into opportunities. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/eHNZn9nk Contributed by Gilligan Sheppard

ALT Cross-border tax challenges require more than local expertise. The latest AGN Taxpresso showcases practical insights from AGN tax specialists across the Asia Pacific region, highlighting how collaboration and knowledge-sharing across jurisdictions help businesses and advisers navigate an increasingly complex international tax landscape. This publication reflects the strength of AGN's global community, where specialists come together to share expertise, address emerging tax issues and support clients operating across borders. Read the latest APAC Taxpresso: https://agn.org/insight/agn-taxpresso-2026-issue-3/ Explore AGN's global technical insights: https://agn.org/insights?_sft_type_of_publication=technical #AGNInternational #Tax #CrossBorderTax #KnowledgeSharing #GlobalBusiness #Accounting #ProfessionalServices

ALT Information overload is real. Knowing what deserves your attention is where the value lies. Through Surgent's Weekly Expert Hour, AGN members gain direct access to expert analysis of the latest tax, finance and industry developments, helping them quickly identify the issues most relevant to their firms and clients. Interested in the specialised resources and expert communities available through AGN membership? Explore how our problem-solving communities help firms stay informed, connected and competitive. Member benefits: https://agn.org/member-benefits/problem-solving-communities/