ACCA

The Institute of Internal Auditors and ACCA Renew MoU

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Monday, December 13, 2021

"This MOU builds on an already strong working relationship with ACCA," said Pugliese.

Key Points: 
  • "This MOU builds on an already strong working relationship with ACCA," said Pugliese.
  • Internal audit plays a vital role in providing the independent, internal assurance that supports all types of external disclosures, so our global organizations represent complementary functions in many areas."
  • The report will be released in 2022 and will provide important perspectives and guidance for internal auditors, Boards of Directors, regulators and other stakeholders.
  • The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is the internal audit profession's most widely recognized advocate, educator, and provider of standards, guidance, and certifications.

THE SOLAR FORUM: The Nation's First HVAC & Solar Event Presented by ACCA and Pearl Certification, Sponsored by Mosaic

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Monday, November 29, 2021

At The Solar Forum, HVAC contractors will learn strategies to expand into other home services like demand response systems, EV chargers, and home electrical upgrades.

Key Points: 
  • At The Solar Forum, HVAC contractors will learn strategies to expand into other home services like demand response systems, EV chargers, and home electrical upgrades.
  • Contractors will also learn how homes with solar and batteries can impact the design and sales process and drive adoption of higher-efficiency heating and cooling equipment.
  • "For HVAC and solar contractors, past strategies for success can no longer predict future good fortune," said Barton James, president and CEO of ACCA.
  • "For contractors who want to stay ahead of the curve, it's vital that they understand the intersection of efficient HVAC and solar.

Overview of the Asia Pacific Content Services Platform Market 2021-2026 Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts

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Friday, November 26, 2021

DUBLIN, Nov. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Asia Pacific Content Services Platform Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • DUBLIN, Nov. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Asia Pacific Content Services Platform Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The Asia Pacific content services platform market was valued at USD 3198.48 million in 2020 and is expected to register a CAGR of about 21.46% during the forecast period of 2021 - 2026.
  • Further, the increased adoption of social, mobile, analytics, and cloud (SMAC) technologies and the proliferation of digital content across companies are driving the content services platform industry.
  • The market for the Asia Pacific content services platform is moderately fragmented, with few players like IBM Corporation, Microsoft Corporation, OpenText Corporation, Oracle Corporation, etc., holding a significant market share.

Finance functions need to be the agents of change in the US' business sustainability roll-out

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Wednesday, November 24, 2021

How SMEs can create a more sustainable world details the benefits that sustainable actions have for both business success and the environment.

Key Points: 
  • How SMEs can create a more sustainable world details the benefits that sustainable actions have for both business success and the environment.
  • Acting with urgency on climate change in particular: Guidance on how to have the conversation about climate change, illustrating the need for urgent action, and explaining what is happening globally.
  • He adds, "Finance professionals are the oil that lubricates business and that's a positive thing, but also a risk.
  • Finance can hinder sustainability if we do what we commonly do, be conservative and see ourselves just as stewards of the business rather than agents of change."

Hong Kong: launch pad for GBA companies going global

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Thursday, November 18, 2021

Head of ACCA Hong Kong Jane Cheng said when raising funds for investment in RCEP countries, mainland enterprises can use Hong Kong's professional project evaluation and sustainability assessment services.

Key Points: 
  • Head of ACCA Hong Kong Jane Cheng said when raising funds for investment in RCEP countries, mainland enterprises can use Hong Kong's professional project evaluation and sustainability assessment services.
  • The report covers a survey^ which found that Hong Kong is the first port of call for mainland GBA companies seeking assistance as they "go out" (meaning "expand internationally").
  • "Given the city's strengths in financial, legal, accounting, and other professional services, Hong Kong can help mainland companies in the GBA minimise risks during overseas expansion."
  • In addition, Hong Kong also offers matching services to help mainland companies identify and screen potential business partners in the RCEP region."

Dalata Hotel Group PLC: Directorate Changes

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Thursday, October 28, 2021

Dublin and London | 28 October 2021: Dalata Hotel Group plc ("Dalata" or the "Group" or the "Company"), the largest hotel operator in Ireland with a growing presence in the United Kingdom, announces changes to its board.

Key Points: 
  • Dublin and London | 28 October 2021: Dalata Hotel Group plc ("Dalata" or the "Group" or the "Company"), the largest hotel operator in Ireland with a growing presence in the United Kingdom, announces changes to its board.
  • Dalata Hotel Group plc was founded in August 2007 and listed as a plc in March 2014.
  • For the first six months of 2021, Dalata reported revenue of 39.6 million and a loss after tax of 30.4 million.
  • Dalata is listed on the Main Market of Euronext Dublin (DHG) and the London Stock Exchange (DAL).

Danielle Putnam Honored as Woman of the Year at Service World Expo

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Monday, October 18, 2021

DALTON, Ga., Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Danielle Putnam, president at The New Flat Rate , the first menu-pricing system for home service contractors, has been recognized for her demonstrated excellence in the home service industry after being named Woman of the Year at the Service World Expo.

Key Points: 
  • DALTON, Ga., Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Danielle Putnam, president at The New Flat Rate , the first menu-pricing system for home service contractors, has been recognized for her demonstrated excellence in the home service industry after being named Woman of the Year at the Service World Expo.
  • The award was created to showcase outstanding achievements by a woman in the residential service industry.
  • Each year, one woman is recognized for going above and beyond her job in the industry.
  • "Being named Woman of the Year is an outstanding achievement, and being among other great women who have received this award is truly an honor," said Putnam.

ACCA and IMA Find Economic Recovery Loses Momentum in Q3 as Higher Prices and Shortages Hold Back Growth

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

The Middle East was the only region to record improved confidence for the six months of Q2 and Q3.

Key Points: 
  • The Middle East was the only region to record improved confidence for the six months of Q2 and Q3.
  • GECS is the largest regular economic survey of accountants and finance professionals around the world jointly carried out quarterly by IMA and ACCA.
  • However, the wider economic prospects in developed economies remain brighter than in emerging markets, where low vaccination rates continue to drag on economic recovery.
  • This is driven by higher transport and commodities costs, leading to higher inflation and weaker growth now.

FieldEdge and ACCA announce the 2021 State of the Industry Report--a webinar uncovering the future of the field service industry

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Wednesday, October 6, 2021

ATLANTA, Oct. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- FieldEdge and ACCA have announced the 2021 State of the Industry Report webinar , October 14, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. EST.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Oct. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- FieldEdge and ACCA have announced the 2021 State of the Industry Report webinar , October 14, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. EST.
  • FieldEdge and ACCA's no-cost webinar gathers business owners to discover the future of the field service industry.
  • All service business owners and team members responsible for driving company growth are encouraged to attend.
  • We'd be remiss if FieldEdge didn't provide a way for business owners to learn and experience the future of the industry."

AGM Group Holdings, Inc. Announces Changes in Management

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, September 28, 2021

Mr. Zhihe Yang tendered his resignation as the Chief Financial Officer ofAGMGroup Holdings Inc. (the "Company"), effective September 23, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • Mr. Zhihe Yang tendered his resignation as the Chief Financial Officer ofAGMGroup Holdings Inc. (the "Company"), effective September 23, 2021.
  • Mr. Yang's resignation as director is not the result of any disagreement with the Company's operations, policies or procedures.
  • Mr. Steven Yuan Ning Sim, age 44,has over 15 years of audit and financial management experience.
  • These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates" and similar statements.