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Difference Makers Discuss… LIVE Episode 2

January 11 @ 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm GMT

Difference Makers Discuss Live Episode 2

A Chartered Accountants Worldwide Series

Join us for episode 2 of our  journey through the world of global themes, where purpose meets passion… “Difference Makers Discuss Live”

Each episode of this series brings you face-to-face with leading experts from member institutes worldwide, delving deep into globally relevant themes such as AI & Tech, Sustainability, Ethics, Governance, and more.

Episode 2: Sinead Meets Maria Teo.

Maria Teo

In our second episode, Sinead will meet Maria Teo, Associate Director, Sustainability and Climate Change CLA Global TS

Ever wondered why accountants are at the forefront of sustainability measures?  This enlightening conversation with Maria Teo, a respected member of ISCA, will give you all the knowledge you need.

In our upcoming episode, Maria will be talking about her personal journey, starting from her foundational auditing background through to her exciting foray into sustainability. This episode isn’t just about Maria’s career though, she be providing a rare insight into the role of accountants in aiding companies to embrace sustainable practices.

Maria will share how she found her true passion in sustainability and climate change. Her unique perspective on the crucial role accountants play in promoting sustainability within companies will be a must-watch.  And she will be sharing her firsthand experience of guiding companies towards sustainable practices and highlighting the trends and challenges in sustainability reporting.

Don’t miss out on this exciting conversation about the intersection of accountancy and sustainability.

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Episode 1: Meet the Speakers

Maria Teo

Sustainability and Climate Change AD at CLA Global TS, Council Member at ISCA

Maria Teo, a passionate advocate for the environment, and Associate Director, Sustainability and Climate Change CLA Global TS.

Sinead Donovan

Our Host: Sinead Donovan, Chairperson of Grant Thornton and President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Ireland

Sinead is the Chairperson of Grant Thornton and in the President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Ireland. Sinead joined Grant Thornton in 2002 and was admitted to the partnership in 2005, becoming the first female partner. She specialising in providing services to multinational companies and is partner in an international team which services the global needs of these mature and large companies, with particular regard to central reporting on multiple jurisdictions in Irish headquarters and/or Shared Service Centres. She was instrumental in founding the Irish/US Group, which is a permanent department, consisting of an Irish directors based in the US. This link ensures a seamless service offering between the Irish and US firms to relevant clients.

Sinead has been on the Council of the institute of Chartered Accountants for some 10 years and is an advocate for the accountancy profession. She is passionate about the need to ensure the profession utilises technology and AI smartly and effectively and is also a firm believer in the global qualification of Chartered Accountancy as the world becomes more connected.

Sinead is a strong believer in the importance of Inclusion; Diversity and Equity to ensure a motivated, effective and thriving work place. She is an advocate for mental wellbeing initiatives and a former chairperson of CA SUPPORT which is the body tasked with providing support to all Chartered members and students in Ireland.

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January 11
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12:00 pm - 12:30 pm GMT
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