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91st AGIG Seminar featured in ACCA Magazine

The 91st AGIG seminar in Frankfurt from past November, was featured in the latest issue of ACCA’s Accounting and Business Magazine (February 2026), highlighting that the event brought together finance professionals across Germany to tackle the profession’s biggest challenges.

The article highlights the importance for accountants to navigate change and adapt and harness technology, as Alistair Brisbourne (ACCA’s head of technology research) explored in his presentation: AI’s impact in “Will AI Replace Accountants? Hype vs. Reality”.

Sessions on digital business and soft skills (e.g., “Presenting with Impact”) highlighted the need for both technical and interpersonal growth for the accounting professionals to stay relevant. As underlined in the article, networking remains at the core of the AGIG seminars. From the pre-event dinner to interactive discussions, the seminars foster peer connections, offering a space to share insights and solutions.

Read more here.

 

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A Night to Remember: Honouring Passion and Vision

A successful event and inspiring discussions

Two weeks ago, the event in Berlin on The Power of Financial Storytelling: Transforming Data into Strategic Insights for Integrated Performance Management, proved once again that finance is about far more than numbers—it’s about crafting narratives that build trust, align strategy, and create value. The outstanding panel included Raymond Gann and Björn Blank, both AGIG committee members, whose contributions sparked both practical insights and inspiring discussions. The event itself was a testament to the .

 

Honouring a long-standing commitment to the finance profession

During this highly successful event in Berlin, AICPA & CIMA had the distinct honour of awarding the to Raymond Gann—a true founding father of the AGIG (Accountants Group in Germany), which he helped establish in 1980. As a long-standing member of the committee, Raymond’s influence has been foundational to our community’s growth and vibrancy.

His wide network and unwavering dedication have enriched our seminars with insightful speakers on a vast array of topics, ensuring our events remain both relevant and inspiring. Over more than two decades, Raymond’s passion and support have been instrumental in .

The CIMA Plaque is one of the highest recognition awards bestowed by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). It is typically presented to individuals who have made , the institute, or the broader accounting community. The plaque signifies exceptional service, leadership, and dedication to and supporting CIMA’s mission and values.

 

Raymond Gann receiving the CIMA Plaque

AGiG membership of the BCCG!

The AGiG has signed-up for membership of the British Chamber of Commerce in Germany (BCCG). This means that all AGiG members are also entitled to take part in BCCG events as a member and receive information about BCCG activities happening all around Germany and in the UK.

You can sign-up for the BCCG distribution list using the following link. Scroll to the bottom of the page and enter your name and email address. The BCCG will be in touch to take your details. Don’t forget to mention in your reply that you are an AGiG member. You will also receive personalised invitations to events in the region where you are based. You can unsubscribe at any time.

You can also access the BCCG news updates directly via the following link.