BusySeasonTalks International

In this episode of Busy Season Talks, hosts Alwin and Aiman delve into the diverse paths to becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) around the world. Joined by guests Hanna Kruse (US CPA), Miruna Beldiman (Dutch and Swiss CPA from Romania), and Larissa Staubli (Swiss CPA), they discuss the varying requirements, study durations, and personal experiences of CPA programs in the US, the Netherlands, and Switzerland.

Tune in to gain global insights into the journey of becoming a CPA and the challenges and rewards that come with it.

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Whether you're a student stepping into the world of finance, a seasoned accountant navigating through complex regulations, or just interested in the profession, BusySeasonTalks discusses everything accountancy, but in an informal manner.

As is the case with our guest for this episode: Hanneke Overbeek, a highly experienced leader in the accountancy industry with national and international experience. Hanneke is currently a senior partner at EY in the Netherlands, where she works for socially relevant organisations such as PostNL and Philips and has end responsibility for the biggest listed companies EY services. She is also responsible for talent development within EY Assurance.

Together with our hosts Charlie and Mitchel, Hanneke discusses encouraging talent development and creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can develop. Aspects that are also part of her leadership philosophy. Hanneke is also committed to continuous innovation, exemplifying the qualities needed for success in an ever-changing industry.

So, plenty of reasons to listen!

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In the first episode of Busy Season Talks International, hosts Alwin and Aiman sit down with Dirk Berkemeyer, the retiring COO Audit of KPMG's EMA region. Dirk reflects on his remarkable career journey—from starting during Germany's reunification to leading audit practices across Asia Pacific and EMA. They delve into the evolution of the audit profession, discussing the impacts of AI and ESG, and Dirk offers valuable advice for aspiring auditors.

Tune in for an insightful conversation about the past, present, and future of auditing.

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