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 IAPA Annual International Conference, New York City,
26-29 October. Forces driving change in the Accounting
Profession
October 31, 2014
MED YMM ve Bağımsız Denetim A.Ş. was among the more than 95 accounting firms attending IAPA’s
International Conference held in New York, 26-29 October. MED YMM ve Bağımsız Denetim A.Ş. is a
member of IAPA, a top 10 international association of independent accounting and business advisory
firms with 210 member firms in 70 locations.
Programme content included an overview of major international forces driving change for the
accounting profession for the future, with a keynote presentation by Barry Melancon, AICPA President
& CEO. Mr Melancon additionally spoke on key AICPA initiatives focusing on supporting members
against a background of change in the business and regulatory environment.
Guest speakers included Mr Fayezul Choudhury, CEO of the International Federation of Accountants,
who addressed delegates on the importance of IFAC’s work for professional firms and their clients
and in particular IFAC’s current work in the SME/SMP sectors. Other speakers presented on
managing risk in an accounting firm and related cyber / liability issues.
H. Özgür Demirdöven, Managing Director, MED YMM ve Bağımsız Denetim A.Ş. said, “As the
accounting profession becomes progressively borderless, we need to keep abreast of global
economic developments and how these may significantly impact the way our clients do business. The
first-hand updates and insights delivered by global leaders at the IAPA Conference enables our firm
to keep well informed of current global thinking and any future issues that need addressing.
Additionally, the valuable international networking opportunities allow us to extend our professional
reach cross-borders, ensuring that we have the necessary contacts to support our clients in almost
every key business location worldwide.”
From left to right: H. Özgür Demirdöven (Managing Director), M. Erol Demirdöven (Chairman),
Nurettin Çakan (General Coordinator)
Global IAPA Chairman, Helmi Talib, commented, “Our International Conference in New York updated
members on key international developments and trends in the accounting profession today. As the
profession evolves businesses are exposed to new elements of risk, and I was delighted that IAPA
offered the latest thought leadership to help firms be aware of cutting-edge issues in all these areas.
Along with a strong focus on practice management: ‘How to be a world class firm’ and ‘How to attract
and retain top talent within your firm’, by US experts and advisors, the IAPA International Conference
was a wonderful opportunity to stimulate new ideas amongst dynamic accounting firms.”
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About MED YMM ve Bağımsız Denetim A.Ş.
MED YMM ve Bağımsız Denetim A.Ş. was established on 8 May 1992 -by five chartered accountant
partners who have superior level of knowledge and experience in the sector-. The company's current
Chairman of the Board of Directors, the founder and Managing Partner Chief Auditor is Mehmet Erol
Demirdöven.
MED YMM ve Bağımsız Denetim A.Ş.provides most appropriate solutions for companies in almost
every sector with great experienced teams and multi-faceted services. Company provides whole
range of services including company establishment, accounting, legal, tax and independent audit in
international standards with high quality.
About IAPA
IAPA is a global association of independent accounting and business advisory firms representing the
expertise of more than 210 member firms with over 300 offices in over 70 countries around the world.
For more information visit: www.iapa.net or contact Louise Norbury, at [email protected].
Photos from the IAPA International Conference, New York, 26-29 October 2014
(Left to Right) Helmi Talib, IAPA Global Chairman; Barry
Melancon, AICPA President and CEO; Jan Huygens,
IAPA Vice-Chairman
IAPA International 2014 General Conference session
Paul Thompson, Director, Global Accountancy Profession
Support, International Federation of Accountants (IFAC)
and Marion MacDonald, IAPA Membership Committee
Chair
Barry Melancon, AICPA President and CEO presenting
‘Landscape of a Borderless Profession’, to IAPA
delegates, Monday 27 October.
Mr Fayezul Choudhury, CEO of the International
Federation of Accountants (IFAC), addressing guests
at the IAPA Gala Dinner, Tuesday 28 October.
Helmi Talib, IAPA Global Chairman addressing guests
at the Gala Dinner
IAPA, First Floor, Sequel House, The Hart, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7HW, United Kingdom
Email: [email protected] Website: www.iapa.net
IAPA is a Limited Company registered in England & Wales. Registered No. 05166917. VAT Registration No. 641 3289 47
Registered Office – Carnac Place, Carnac Court, Cams Hall Estate, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 8UY
IAPA International 2014 General Conference session
Barry Melancon, AICPA President and CEO, presenting
‘Landscape of a Borderless Profession’ to IAPA delegates
on Monday 27 October.
Helmi Talib, IAPA Global Chairman. Chairman’s address
to all IAPA delegates, Monday 27 October.
The Boathouse, Central Park, venue for the 2014 IAPA
Gala Dinner, Tuesday 28 October.
Group photo of all IAPA delegates and guests at the
IAPA 2014 Gala Dinner, Tuesday 28 October.
View from the Boathouse, Central Park, IAPA 2014
Gala Dinner venue. Tuesday 28 October.
IAPA, First Floor, Sequel House, The Hart, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7HW, United Kingdom
Email: [email protected] Website: www.iapa.net
IAPA is a Limited Company registered in England & Wales. Registered No. 05166917. VAT Registration No. 641 3289 47
Registered Office – Carnac Place, Carnac Court, Cams Hall Estate, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 8UY