Joe Pickard, The Accountant (UK) Journalist Profile

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TA ESG Supplement 2025 now live

6 days ago | internationalaccountingbulletin.com | Joe Pickard

While it may seem like enthusiasm for ESG issues have been waning in recent months due to policy rollbacks, cynical leadership, and geo-political tension, there are still so many positive initiatives taking place within the accountancy profession with the goal of improving society and the environment. In this digital supplement, produced by The Accountant, we highlight some of the great work being conducted by our partners.
Toasting the 'King of Chelsea' during London Craft Week 2025

2 weeks ago | cabanamagazine.com | Joe Pickard

ON OUR RADAR | HAPPENINGS | WORLD OF CABANABY TEAM CABANA | HAPPENINGS | 18 MAY 2025Christopher Gibbs: His World, published by Clearview Books © Joe PickardFriends, colleagues and admirers of the late great decorator and antique dealer Christopher Gibbs crowded the Emilia Wickstead store on Sloane Street during London Craft Week 2025 for an inspiring morning of craft and conversation.
Toasting the 'King of Chelsea' during London Craft Week 2025

2 weeks ago | cabanamagazine.com | Joe Pickard

ON OUR RADAR | HAPPENINGS | WORLD OF CABANABY TEAM CABANA | HAPPENINGS | 18 MAY 2025Christopher Gibbs: His World, published by Clearview Books © Joe PickardFriends, colleagues and admirers of the late great decorator and antique dealer Christopher Gibbs crowded the Emilia Wickstead store on Sloane Street during London Craft Week 2025 for an inspiring morning of craft and conversation.
Crypto security: Is a lack of education deterring investment?

2 weeks ago | electronicpaymentsinternational.com | Joe Pickard

Following the Coinbase data breach, Nic Puckrin, crypto analyst, investor and founder of educational platform The Coin Bureau says crypto users are lacking an understanding of crypto security. Joe Pickard hears more. Nic Puckrin: Much of what people see in the headlines about crypto is either doom and gloom predictions, or stories of people losing all their wealth in a crypto scam. So this already creates a stigma around crypto investing.
Accountex London returns for its 14th year

3 weeks ago | finance.yahoo.com | Joe Pickard

The world’s largest accounting and finance expo, Accountex London is returning to Excel on the 14-15 May 2025. Over 11,500 attendees from around the world are expected to reunite, after the 2024 show was hailed the biggest show in Accountex history. “Every year Accountex proves itself as THE one-stop-shop for the accounting and finance community.
Supplier relationships: Compliance and mitigating risk

1 month ago | theaccountant-online.com | Joe Pickard

Ty Francis, chief advisory officer at LRN Corporation, explores why accountancy firms should look to adopt practical approaches for monitoring supplier practices, especially in the area of ethics and compliance trainingAs with many industries, accountancy has become essential to boosting productivity, lowering costs and remaining competitive in an ever-changing landscape.
Country survey: Canada

1 month ago | finance.yahoo.com | Joe Pickard

Unlock stock picks and a broker-level newsfeed that powers Wall Street. Joe Pickard Thu, May 1, 2025, 3:50 AM 8 min read There are more than 220,000 Chartered Professional Accountants (CPAs) in Canada, making it one of the largest accounting designations in the world. Joe Pickard speaks to CPA Canada’s Pamela Steer to learn more about the current shape of the country’s accounting profession The Accountant: Tell us about Canada’s CPA designation.
IAFA finalists 2025 announced

1 month ago | finance.yahoo.com | Joe Pickard

Unlock stock picks and a broker-level newsfeed that powers Wall Street. Joe Pickard Mon, Apr 28, 2025, 10:57 AM 1 min read The finalists of our annual awards, IAFA 2025, have been announced. The final judging process will take place over the next few weeks, with the winners being presented with their awards at IAFA 2025, held on 26 June at the Hilton Metropole Hotel, London.
UK Spring Statement 2025: Accountancy profession predictions and hopes

2 months ago | internationalaccountingbulletin.com | Joe Pickard

As UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to deliver this year’s spring statement, we hear predictions and hopes from the accountancy profession. (09:31, 26.03) PKF Littlejohn Advisory partner Stephen Goderski said: “As the UK continues to navigate a complex financial landscape, the importance of a well-balanced approach to fiscal policy cannot be overstated. While addressing the immediate fiscal challenges, it’s vital that the government also lays the groundwork for long-term, sustainable growth.
World Survey Supplement 2025 now live

2 months ago | financedirectoreurope.com | Joe Pickard

The International Accounting Bulletin’s World Survey Supplement 2025 is now available, featuring key insights into the performance of leading accountancy networks and associations. Networks: 33 participating firms saw 7% growth, with total fee income rising to $297.2bn. Associations: 18 associations achieved 13% growth, surpassing networks for the first time since 2019, with total fee income reaching $37.2bn.