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In this special episode of the One Voice podcast, editor Philip King speaks to panel members for this week’s International Council for Small Business conference, “Why do we measure economic success by unicorns?” The three guests are emeritus professor Dr Roy Green, who is special innovation adviser at the University of Technology, Sydney; Nick Kamper, chief executive of Purpose Bureau, Australia largest ESG information specialist; and Vicki Stylianou, who is group executive, advocacy and policy at the Institute of Public Accountants and joint chair of the conference. They discuss the legitimacy crisis in the global economy, how to better manage natural resources and how to factor environmental, social and governance issues to the measurement of human progress.

In this episode of the One Voice podcast, IPA chief executive Andrew Conway and IFA CEO John Edwards discuss how the pandemic has impacted professional associations, accountants and small business owners. As 2021 draws to end, CEOs of the IPA and IFA look back on how the pandemic has challenged the profession and what opportunities lay ahead in 2022. From sustainability and innovation to wellness and work-life balance, this episode delves into the key issues impacting accountants today. 

In this episode of the One Voice podcast, IPA group executive of advocacy and policy, Vicki Stylianou, delves into the many challenges of the ASIC industry funding model. With its roots in the Financial System Inquiry, the ASIC user-pays mode, or ASIC levy, has been heavily criticised in recent years. Vicki breaks down the evolution of cost recovery guidelines, the meteoric rise in the ASIC Levy since 2017 and the challenge facing practitioners of either absorbing costs or passing them on to customers.

In this special edition of the OneVoice podcast, editor Maja Garaca Djurdjevic speaks to Vicki Stylianou and Matthew Cavicchia about a very timely topic – sustainability. Coinciding with the release the August/September edition of the Public Accountant journal – our sustainability special – Maja sits down with Vicki Stylianou, the IPA’s group executive of advocacy and policy, and IPA analyst Matthew Cavicchia to explore the role accountants and businesses play in creating a greener world. From the IPA’s own sustainability process to IFAC’s guidance, the trio explore the concept of sustainability, integrated reporting, as well as the challenges and opportunities the new sustainability push presents. Vicki also unveils the IPA’s future plans, which include the creation of micro credentials courses for members. This podcast was recorded from the comfort of our homes as we continue to respect social distancing measures. As always, we invite you to write to us with your suggestions and questions at [email protected].

In this special budget coverage episode of the One Voice podcast, editor Maja Garaca Djurdjevic speaks to Worrells partner Chris Cook. Maja and Chris chat through the state of small business post JobKeeper and the probability of an oncoming tsunami of insolvencies. Chris shares his thoughts on how the ATO will react to the growing mountain of small business tax debt and the government’s insolvency reforms. If you have any questions for anyone on our team, please get in touch with us at [email protected].

In this special budget coverage episode of the One Voice podcast, editor Maja Garaca Djurdjevic speaks to IPA leadership to unpack one of the most important budgets in Australia’s history. Maja is joined by Andrew Conway, the CEO of the Institute of Public Accountants; Vicki Stylianou, executive general manager, advocacy and technical at the IPA; and the body’s general manager of technical policy Tony Greco. The IPA dissect the budget and reveal their thoughts on the government’s plans to boost jobs and inflate the economy. If you have any questions for anyone on our team, please get in touch with us at [email protected].

In this special episode of the OneVoice podcast, three industry heavyweights come together to explore how accountants will play a vital role in Australia’s recovery. Institute of Public Accountants CEO Andrew Conway, Reckon Group CEO Sam Allert and Prospa co-founder Beau Bertoli all come together to share their perspectives on the end of JobKeeper, the high level of trust that businesses have in their accountants, and how accountants will continue to be relied on heavily over the next year. The trio also look at how the pandemic has changed the way we look at digital readiness and speak about some of the biggest opportunities for accountants in 2021. And don’t forget to write to us with your suggestions and questions at [email protected].

After weathering the storm that was all of last year, the Institute of Public Accountants has plenty on the agenda for its members in 2021. On this episode of The IPA Podcast, host Maja Garaca Djurdjevic is joined by IPA chief executive Andrew Conway and All That Counts founder and director Lielette Calleja, who has recently joined the Association of Accounting Technicians as its chief accounting technician. Both Andrew and Lielette talk about the packed agenda that both the IPA and AAT have ahead for its members this year. They also discuss their thoughts on the variety of lockdown approaches by the state and territory governments through the COVID-19 pandemic, what might be on the cards for the 2021/22 federal budget as well as when the IPA will resume running in-person events.

In this holiday special episode of the OneVoice podcast, we’re joined by Wayne Debernardi, the IPA’s general manager of public affairs, to recap 2020 and look at his personal lockdown journey, which sprouted a new hobby – authoring books. Reflecting on this time last year, when bushfires ravaged Australia, Wayne joins host Maja Garaca Djurdjevic to unpack the last 12 months. The pair discuss challenges faced by accountants and small businesses, the ATO’s role, how the IPA has stood up for its members, Wayne’s new book and more. And don’t forget to write to us with your suggestions and questions at [email protected].

IPA Group CEO Andrew Conway is back in the studio with the editor of the Public Accountant to discuss events in 2020 that have left a lasting impact on the accounting profession.  Mr Conway and host Maja Garaca Djurdjevic unpack the turbulent and unexpected events that have transpired and provide an outlook for the year ahead.     They discuss the hardships encountered by small business and their accountants, the government’s response to the COVID crisis and the economic worry.    Being Melbourne-based, Mr Conway talks about his personal experiences with the COVID shutdown and reveals how the IPA Group has dealt with the challenges.    And don’t forget to write to us with your suggestions and questions at [email protected].  

In this special budget coverage episode of the One Voice podcast, editor Maja Garaca Djurdjevic speaks to IPA leadership to unpack the most anticipated budget in history. Maja is joined by Andrew Conway, the CEO of the Institute of Public Accountants; Vicki Stylianou, executive general manager, advocacy and technical at the IPA; and the body’s general manager of technical policy Tony Greco. The IPA trio talk about some of the most important measures announced on Tuesday evening and reveal their thoughts on the government’s plans to rebuild the economy post the coronavirus crisis. If you have any questions for anyone on our team, please get in touch with us at [email protected].

IPA Group CEO Andrew Conway is back in the studio with SME commentator Phillip Tarrant to discuss all things accounting, with the leading subject now being COVID-19. Andrew and Phil are joined by the IPA's general manager of technical policy Tony Greco, who has worked tirelessly to help accountants on the frontline service their SME clients by carefully wading through government legislation, piece by piece. From comprehensive JobKeeper training to advocating government on crucial small business matters, in this episode of One Voice Andrew and Tony detail the IPA's COVID journey to date. They discuss the hardships encountered by business, the government's response including schemes such as JobKeeper 2.0, the economic worry, the pressures on accountants, the importance of mental health and more. And don't forget to write to us with your suggestions and questions at [email protected]. If you are suffering from depression or anxiety, or you're worried about someone else and feel that urgent professional support is needed, contact your local doctor or one of the 24/7 crisis agencies below: Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 Lifeline: 13 11 14