As we step into 2026, this episode of Taxand Talks offers a powerful reminder that setbacks can become defining turning points. In a candid and inspiring conversation, Christiane Féral-Schuhl reflects on an early failure she once believed would close doors, only to realise it led her toward an exceptional path of leadership and impact. Beyond her personal journey, she shares concrete mediation techniques that every tax and legal professional can use: how to defuse tension, ask better questions, listen before responding, and turn difficult conversations into moments of trust and progress. Blending real-life lessons with practical tools, this episode is an invitation to start the new year differently, with a more human, confident, and constructive approach to conflict and collaboration.

Kandyce Jayasinghe didn’t plan on a career in tax—and definitely didn’t expect to love it. But today, she’s a tax litigator, educator, and trusted advocate for her clients. In this episode of Taxand Talks, and the latest in our special series: Women@Taxand: Leading the Way— we go behind the scenes of tax trials, high-stakes decisions, and the surprising skills that translate from horse-riding competitions to courtrooms. 

With humour, honesty, and compassion, Kandyce, who is a Special Counsel at Covington & Burling, member of Taxand Global in the U.S, shares how owning your voice can be your greatest asset—no matter where you are in your career journey.

In this episode of Taxand Talks, we continue our Women@Taxand: Leading the Way series with a powerful conversation on mentorship, leadership, and the evolving world of tax. 

We are delighted to be joined by Maria Zoupa and Georgia Voutsa, both Tax Partners at Zepos & Yannopoulos, Taxand Greece, to explore how intergenerational learning, digital transformation, and global collaboration are shaping the next generation of tax leaders. 

From architecture and detective dreams to navigating tax complexity, this candid conversation is packed with insight, inspiration, and a few surprises along the way. Tune in to hear more from these two inspiring professionals, at different stages of their careers, yet connected by a passion for growth and leadership…

Taxand Talks, Taxand’s Global new podcast where we bring you insightful discussions with tax leaders from around the world. Here, we explore the latest tax trends, industry challenges, leadership journeys, and the personal stories behind the experts shaping the field.

We are thrilled to launch a special series: ‘Women@Taxand: Leading the Way.’ Which follows International Women's Day on March 8, this series is dedicated to celebrating the inspiring women who are making an impact in the global tax landscape—leaders, innovators, and trailblazers who are paving the way for future generations. 

In our launch episode, we have the pleasure of talking to Angela Roșca, Managing Partner and Founding Member of TaxHouse, Taxand Romania and esteemed Board Member of Taxand Global.