Yorkshire CPD Summit: Beyond the balance sheet at LUFC Elland Road Stadium

Don't miss out on the annual conference - this year, we're inviting you to join us at the Elland Road Stadium in Leeds.

Whether you're seeking to learn about the recent UK GAAP changes, understand the Bank of England’s rationale behind the November 2025 interest rate decision, or take a deep dive into the risks associated with the adoption of AI, this conference is bound to deliver exactly what you’re looking for — and more.

This full-day conference offers a dynamic programme of expert-led sessions, delivering insights into the forces shaping the future of business and finance, including:

• Bank of England’s November economic forecast and the outlook for the UK economy in the year ahead;
• Legal challenges around the use of AI, including case studies;
• An update on recent changes to UK GAAP;
• From Gen X to Gen Beta: What finance leaders need to know;
• Sustainability reporting;
• CIMA update by Paul Turner FCMA, CGMA, Regional Vice President, UK & Ireland

As a delegate, you'll enjoy access to top-tier event spaces that overlook the pitch, creating an unforgettable atmosphere for learning and connection – and the excitement doesn’t end there. As part of the conference, we invite you on a stadium tour to get the full experience.

After a day of learning, insight, and inspiration, unwind at our networking reception — a perfect opportunity to share ideas, connect with peers, and build new professional relationships in a relaxed and informal setting.

Whether you’re a qualified member, student, or guest with an interest in finance and leadership, the CIMA North East CPD Summit offers an unmissable opportunity to gain high-value CPD, hear from leading voices, and enjoy a premium event experience at a truly legendary location.

Places are limited. Early bird promotion applies - book before it ends on 17th September and save £25 - CPD, lunch, refreshments, parking, and tours included in the price.

Info: Paul Mount, Deputy Agent for Yorkshire and the Humber, will give and update on the Bank of England’s November economic forecast and the outlook for the UK economy in the year ahead. He will focus in on growth, employment, inflation and interest rates.

Info: Everybody is talking about AI. But how can you separate fact from fiction. How do you know the risks? In this presentation Jonathan Armstrong, an experienced lawyer at Punter Southall Law with a concentration on compliance & technology and a leading authority on tech law, will talk through some of the challenges and some of the AI cases that hit the courts and regulators so far.

Info: Andrew Mead, an Accounting Consultant from AndMe Consulting will give you an update on recent changes to UK GAAP. The FRC completed their Periodic Review of FRS 102 and FRS 105 in 2024, and this presentation will introduce you to the significant changes to both standards which come in to effect in 2026.

Info: While generations have traditionally been defined by birth years, the advent of consumer and business AI marks a new starting point that’s reshaping how all generations envision their personal and professional futures. From Gen X to Gen Beta, this shift profoundly influences how people approach financial security. Emerging financial assets—virtual land, NFTs, micro-equity stakes—are now commonly acquired before traditional banking relationships begin. In this talk, Prof Andy Miah - Chair of Science Communication & Future Media, in the School of Science, Engineering and Environment at the University of Salford - examines what these new habits mean for future markets, how “digital financial real estate” will come to dominate wealth, and what finance leaders must do to evolve strategies, products, and governance to engage this rising generation of economic power.

Info: Hear from CIMA's Regional Vice President for the UK & Ireland about all recent and upcoming changes to CIMA and the qualification, and get excited for what the future holds!

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